The Institute for Study Abroad

headquartered in indianapolis, the institute for study abroad (ifsa) was founded in 1988 as a provider of study abroad programming for u.s. undergraduates. the organization has preserved its foundational commitment to providing high-quality study abroad opportunities with integrated academic guidance and individualized support to foster student success. ifsa continues to broaden both its scope of programming and its global presence in dynamic countries of ever-increasing scholarly, political and economic interest. ifsa offers a range of study abroad program models and flexible academic options which draw upon theory and evidence-based practice to align innovative programming with the needs of partners and students. ifsa currently operates programs in argentina, australia, chile, china, costa rica, cuba, czech republic, ecuador, england, india, mexico, new zealand, northern ireland, peru, the republic of ireland, scotland, spain, sri lanka and wales. institute for study abroad and future-focused study abroad are registered with the u.s. patent and trademark office.