Eastern Illinois University
University Information
The Office of Study Abroad at Eastern Illinois University is dedicated to providing affordable, high quality international academic experiences to eligible students, allowing them to develop the knowledge and cross-cultural skills necessary for leadership in an increasingly global economy. These experiences include approved short and long-term study, intern, field and practical opportunities throughout the world, all contributing to a student’s EIU degree and grade point average.
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Austin J Eastern Illinois University
"I got to learn and experience a different cultrual. It was very much worthwhile. "
Erin H Eastern Illinois University
"I learned different cultural aspects and how to reach out of my comfort zone. It was more than worth while. "
Amanda Wetzel Eastern Illinois University
"I not only learned bout the South Korean culture, but I also learned about the cultures of the other international students who were also a part of the program."
A student Eastern Illinois University
"It was worthwhile. I learned the world is much bigger than I thought."
Alysh Oetzel Eastern Illinois University
"I learned how to live in another country on my own and with the support of strangers. Before this trip, I had never traveled to another country alone, not knowing anyone who I would meet on the other side. I learned to make new friends in an unfamiliar space and around a new language. I learned that the world is a dangerous pl..."
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I learned a lot about the Italian culture and how different and alike it is from the US."
Courtney Strole Eastern Illinois University
"Learned independence and be adventurous."
Allie B Eastern Illinois University
"Italian History and Innovation"
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I learned about myself, my view on the world, and how an open mind can take you so much further in life. I learned to except people for while they are and not judge them on what I do and do not know about their background. I also realized how lucky I am in my current situation in life and that healthily relationships and communi..."
Meghankhall Eastern Illinois University
"I learned an enormous amount by being exposed and immersed in the culture while in Spain. I gained insight and information about their culture that I would have never gotten to know and learn about without physically going there. It was definitely worthwhile! "
Stephanie W Eastern Illinois University
"I got to see and learned all about the German perspective on the Holocaust and World War II, and how they've changed in the seventy years since the war's end."
Kevin L Eastern Illinois University
"It was worthwhile. My spanish became near perfect, and I learned so much about the culture. "
Maja D Eastern Illinois University
"I gain self-awareness and confidence. I wasn't comfortable at first, but I got out of my little bubble a bit late, but I believe it changed me for the better. I made better decisions, became more independent, and gained a lot of knowledge on the way. "
Sherlinda Harris Eastern Illinois University
"Basically I learnt how to accomidate myself in different environments and people."
Harish . Eastern Illinois University
"I gained a new perspective on life and the world it self. I was able to see things from a different perspective and become educated on foreign business. I also grew up and became more mature while I was away. I learned how to live and do things on my own which was huge for me. This was the best experience I have ever done and wo..."
Molly L Eastern Illinois University
"My experience was definitely worth while it showed me to appreciate other cultures and really helped me learn about myself and find a new passion for travel. At first I was skeptical about going abroad and being so far away from my family and what I was comfortable with. However once I was abroad I realized all the different pla..."
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I gained a better self of myself. Being a graduating Senior, I was terrified of what the world would have in store for me after graduation. This trip helped me to see that I am capable of finding my way. I had no idea what I was doing when I stepped off the plane in a foreign country. For the first time, my parents weren't a pho..."
Cristal Villarreal Eastern Illinois University
"Through bettering my Spanish and adjusting to the local culture, I gained a lot of confidence in my ability to learn foreign languages and my ability to interact with non-English speaking people."
Zarek N Eastern Illinois University
"This trip changed my life. I think about it every single day and want nothing more than to go back in time and do it all over again. "
Sara K Eastern Illinois University
"It was worthwhile. I learned that being immersed in another culture is the only way to fully understand and experience that culture. "
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I learned how it felt being so far away from family for an extended an]mount of time, how to budget money, which pub sold the cheapest drinks, I was shown a whole new side of the fashion world, and met some of the most interesting teachers and lecturers I have ever met."
Kennedy N Eastern Illinois University
"I learned many strategies for looking encountering the world more mindfully and peacefully. i was also able to add to the visual image bank in my brain. I also developed many new aesthetic techniques to use in my art and during art instruction."
Katelin P Eastern Illinois University
"I learned more about diversity and adapting to living in other cultures"
Katherine B Eastern Illinois University
"I gained more personal growth than professional growth! It was definitely worthwhile!"
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