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."I grew so much as both a teacher and a person. I learned so much about other cultures in and outside the classroom. I feel that my educational experience could not be duplicated."
Emily F Eastern Illinois University
"I learned a ton about myself which is to be expected. But I learned a lot about the culture of Spain as well as Europe on a whole. "
Emily V Eastern Illinois University
"My french skills improved drastically, thanks to my Advanced French class, Moroccan friends, and speaking it with my host family. I have a much greater appreciation for Islam and this program allowed me to understand the difference between true Islam and what our stereotypes and prejudices against fundamentalism are. This progra..."
Jennifer P Eastern Illinois University
"I've never been overseas in my life and this program opened my eyes into the world. I'm studying International Management and now I'm willing to go overseas to work. It was a great experience. "
Juan A Eastern Illinois University
"YES met so many people and traveled to 9 countries"
Victoria O Eastern Illinois University
"Finally being exposed to another culture and country where I learned more about myself and what I want out of life."
Kris W Eastern Illinois University
"Too many things were gained to fit in this little box. Experience, knowledge, ideologies, interests, courage! Passion! Friendship!! Irreplaceable memories!"
Liv L Eastern Illinois University
"You get a new outlook on the world and how others cultures work in different ways from your own."
A student 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 abroad taught me a lot about about a different culture, and gave me a great appreciation for Indonesian history and customs. It was absolutely worthwhile- I got to meet new people, both from my school and from Indonesia and learn in an immersion environment which made the experience so much richer. I would recomme..."
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I improved my spanish speaking skills and i got to work with the professional soccer team Guatemala GFC so it was really worthwhile. "
alejandro p Eastern Illinois University
"Every bit of it was worth it. I learned so much about myself and about others that it blows my own mind. I have become more open-minded, sensitive, curious, adaptive, and so much more from experiencing India for two weeks. As for teaching, I saw first-hand an education system in which students are immensely motivated to succeed ..."
Ashley S Eastern Illinois University
"This was such an amazing program. I learned so much about international business and marketing, I got to see incredible sights and people. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone considering a study abroad adventure!"
A student 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
"Italian History and Innovation"
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I got to learn and experience a different cultrual. It was very much worthwhile. "
Erin H Eastern Illinois University
"I learned that we in America take a lot for granted. Even just having up-to-date textbooks was something that the Bahamians struggled with. I learned that the children there look toward careers that help people. Americans tend to choose careers in which they are just bettering themselves."
Charity H Eastern Illinois University
"It was an excellent experience and I will never forget the few months I spent in Korea."
Jack C Eastern Illinois University
"Learned independence and be adventurous."
Allie B 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 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 a once in a lifetime opportunity. I am now a global-citizen and aware of others in a way that I never had before, and that is so important in our society. I have a new appreciation for my life and I plan to do wonderful things with it. "
Nicki B 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
"I gained more personal growth than professional growth! It was definitely worthwhile!"
A student Eastern Illinois University
"I learned a lot about myself and took from this experience more independence. I really enjoyed working with the people in my office, and I would say that I learned how to live locally which is something that I found most worthwhile. More than just working the ability to travel and experience a country and culture is what made ..."
A student Eastern Illinois University
