University of Northern Iowa
University Information
The University of Northern Iowa's Study Abroad Center (SAC) offers academic opportunities in over 30 countries and administers over 20 faculty-led programs. SAC programs range in duration from 2 weeks to one year and allow students to earn UNI credit while studying abroad. Programs are designed to accommodate student’s program of study.
Important Dates and Deadlines
October 1 for Spring semester programs
October 15 for Winter Break programs
December 1 for Spring Break programs
February 15 for Summer programs
March 1 for Fall semester programs
"This capstone provided me the experience of working with people from other languages and cultures. "
Anne P University of Northern Iowa
"Yes I loved it, it was great experiencing Italian language, food, and culture... also experiencing flying and using different currency. It was an awesome learning experience. "
RaeAnn S University of Northern Iowa
"It taught me to slow down my life and not have to be go go go all the time "
Emily H University of Northern Iowa
"Having been abroad before, there were expected challenges and new ones. Each experience offers something new to be gained and to be better understood. I appreciate the chance to learn from, and laugh with, so many great people."
Brock P University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot of history information about England and Ireland, and I also learned a lot about the environment as well. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a lot of insight about my personal desire to study abroad. I believe it was worthwhile. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"A simple answer may be to say that one appreciates what they have much more after visiting a country like Nicaragua. However, the real lesson and experience to be taken does not come from the conditions or surroundings but from the people and their way of life. You will realize after your travels that very little is required to ..."
August H University of Northern Iowa
"I got to see another culture up close!"
Maddison J University of Northern Iowa
"My trip to England and Wales was well worth my time! I loved how friendly the people were in Wales and how beautiful it was! London was an eye opening experience, just seeing how big the city is! Seeing how the people commute around the city and just their behavior was amazing. I couldn't be more blessed to have had an wonderful..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I gained an understanding of another culture. It was worth while because it made me realize that there is a larger world outside of myself and we're a global family that we need to think of.. not just ourselves."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Yes"
Cassandra B University of Northern Iowa
"I have never been to Asia and it was a great experience. I encourage others to go, but try to focus on positive aspects of the trip. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed and upset when things don't always work out the way you'd expect."
Sarah S University of Northern Iowa
"The overall study abroad experience was amazing! I had never been out of the country before, so I learned so much! Being immersed in the culture was the best thing for me to learn more Spanish and about the lifestyle. I definitely gained a lot from this experience, such as respect for their culture and an understanding that wal..."
Melinda M University of Northern Iowa
"I definitely learned how happiness is not determined by the materialistic items one has but by the relationships they build instead. I also learned how valuable to go out of your comfort zone and immerse yourself in another culture being optimistic and flexible at all times."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I would love to do more traveling and enjoyed getting to experience the paces of different lifestyles and cultures."
Katrina B University of Northern Iowa
"I learned that there are so many other things to see outside of Iowa. I feel that the European country is more relaxed then here in america. "
brittni.pierce.7 University of Northern Iowa
"Except for failing a class, yes."
Kyle P University of Northern Iowa
"From this trip, I learned that not only are all Americans different, but everyone in the world is very different. It was amazing to see a different culture from my own and experience it firsthand. I also learned that even though I had a great time abroad, I love the country I live in and wouldn't want to live in a different one...."
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I gained understanding of how Americans are viewed by people who are from different cultures. I am now aware that even though I am a different nationality there are several things that makes me similar to someone of a different culture. "
Liz B University of Northern Iowa
"I would say this experience was very worthwhile. I learned a great deal about the culture of South America and was able to visit some very interesting places. "
Loren T University of Northern Iowa
"I learned that people live differently but at the end of the day we are all just human. It was worth while to me because I was exposed to so much that I wouldn't have been otherwise."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"It was a very great opportunity to experience and was very worthwhile. It has made me more culturally aware about what else is out there and look deeper into my own culture. It was a great vacation."
Amy P University of Northern Iowa
"I have became more open to change, aware of different cultures, my spanish abilities have improves immensely, and most of all i have found a place that has many friends and family of mine that I plan to return to some day!"
Janae H University of Northern Iowa
"Yes it was worthwhile. Although I thought it was poorly planned, I made the best of every situation. It has given me a new look on foreign people in the US, and it has already taken shape for I have met many people from foreign countries while back in the US."
Heath D University of Northern Iowa
"It definitely worked on my patience. The educational system is the only reason for it being 4 instead of 5 stars. It just didn't fit me as well as my home university does and tried my patience. I learned so much about the rest of Europe by living with people from all over. They don't hate us as much as we are led to believe :) I..."
Nicole R University of Northern Iowa
