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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No important dates configured."Yes, it was definitely worth while! I not only learned about Ireland's culture and history but I learned it is okay to be unsure of things. I learned that I grow the most when I put myself in situations when I am uncomfortable. "
A student Eastern Illinois University
"It was most definitely worthwhile. I learned about different cultures (not only the Costa Rican culture) by meeting people from different countries all over the world, advanced my language skills and made life-long friends. I will never forget my experience abroad!"
Summer LeRette Eastern Illinois University
"I learned about how different and similar Eastern cultures are to US culture. I specifically learned a lot about Indonesian culture, from the pace of life, to a bit of the language, to the art forms, such as batik and basket making. I learned a lot about Indonesian art works and monuments, such as Borobudur and Prambanan. "
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I gained an even greater love for traveling, teaching, and exploring new places. It was worth every penny and I wouldn't trade that experience for anything. "
Emily Oxford Eastern Illinois University
"I learned many things related to Bahamian culture. I also learned new strategies for teaching in a diverse setting. Lastly, I learned many new facts about ocean life I had never known before! "
Alissa Hudson Eastern Illinois University
"I gained more independence, friendships, different learning techniques to help me study and studying abroad was definitely worthwhile. I wish I could go back to Australia now but I know that will have to wait. "
Bianca Wiemeyer Eastern Illinois University
"I learned to be patient with everything and to appreciate what you have. This study abroad trip was worthwhile."
Symiya Amos Eastern Illinois University
"I learned a lot about myself and what I'm capable of. I went to this program not knowing anyone I was nervous but the friends and confidence that I gained doing it was worth being nervous. I also gained a ton of patience. This is an experience no matter how annoyed I was with all of the paperwork before going, and sometimes whi..."
Abigale Staples Eastern Illinois University
"I learned so much from this trip. I was exposed to so many different things while in Andros. We learned so much about the ocean life and the culture of the Bahamas. We also learned so much about education and diversity when we had the opportunity to teach in their local schools. It was definitely worthwhile and I would suggest i..."
A student Eastern Illinois University
"Difference in culture, values, food. yes every thing was useful it will help in the future for sure."
anoop madanmohan Eastern Illinois University
"Worth every penny! I wish all students could have the opportunity to study abroad! There is no class or anything someone could tell you that would give you the same experience and knowledge that studying abroad gives to students "
Kayley oconnell Eastern Illinois University
"Yes it was worthwhile! I learned about their culture and got to go into their school system "
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