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
"I gained international perspective, a multicultural education, and insight into another part of the world. The rating remains a 3/5 because although it was a great experience, personally I did not gain a great deal academically and had to move in an out of the seminar house twice during the midterms and right before finals putti..."
Joshua E University of Northern Iowa
"My time spent abroad was neither fantastic nor was it is horrible. It was interesting but nothing life changing. After studying abroad, I am more appreciative of the benefits of living in the United States, which include not having to pay to use the restroom or having sidewalks. Studying abroad made me more understanding of h..."
Jack K University of Northern Iowa
"It was worthwhile for the traveling experience more than the class. Dr. Kashef is a great teacher, it's just that there was more to see in a tourist sense than to learn about the environment."
Ashley L University of Northern Iowa
"I learned how to be independent and discovered who I am while studying abroad. Being exposed to a variety of people with different backgrounds and nationalities exposed me to new views and ideals and made me appreciate where I come from, but also crave adventures to other countries. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Yes. Although it was very expensive and I spent a lot of money over there, it was worth it. I learned about how other people live and in the process, learned more about myself. Having this information will help me out in my career because my major is psychology and I plan on counseling people. This will help because I'll be able..."
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"Yes it was, I learned a lot about myself and other people. "
Cassie F University of Northern Iowa
"It was fun being in different cultures. I had not traveled to a country before that our money was actually worth less in, that was an interesting change. I would like to return to France and get out of the city, I feel like it would be a whole different experience. Paris was just dirty, smelly, and filled with people trying to g..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I had a chance to see what it was like being in a country where you do not know the language and having to adjust to the culture of others."
Alicia H University of Northern Iowa
"I learned about the ways of life of many different people, the diversity of language and people, and I learned how to go with the flow and be flexible. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"yes, i gained knowledge of different lifestyles and experienced many italian historical treasures"
Nick B University of Northern Iowa
"How important my individual values are to me and that anything is accomplished with an open mind. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a stamp on my passport. It was worthwhile in the sense that I got to see a new country. It was not worthwhile in the sense that I didn't learn much about the culture, or any of the sites we visited."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot about the history and culture of Ireland. Yes it was worthwhile. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a ton about Greek history and art, it was quite worthwhile"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I didn't really take much away from this program. I learned that travelling in groups is very hard to do."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Not for what I paid for it."
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I learned that professionalism and communication with students is critical for building relationships and providing a safe learning environment. It was not worthwhile to feel like we were treated in a demeaning manner everyday by the professor."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I loved traveling throughout Spain but I felt like the attitudes of the professors held the students back from making the most of the trip."
Lisa B University of Northern Iowa
"Not for what I paid for it."
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I really enjoyed visitng the cultural sites and interacting with the locals. I'd visited Spain once in high school and the trip confirmed my love for the country. It also allowed me to practice the Spanish language."
Rayanna B University of Northern Iowa
"Just seeing how everyone lives"
Kelly w University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a better understanding and appreciation for the culture of Nicaragua. I experienced what it is like adjusting to and connecting with people from a different culture. The trip could have been much more worthwhile if we had more reflective group discussions, a more clear purpose, and more chances to build relationships wi..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned how to adapt quickly and to learn to take whatever comes at you. I think it was worthwhile and I learned more than I thought I would, but possibly for the wrong reasons."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned many lessons in professional and respect, primarily through negative examples. I learned about some of the cultural similarities and differences between the U.S. and Central America. However, I don't feel that my time was necessarily worthwhile, I could have learned some much more had the trip been run differently. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I was forced to grow as a person and learn how to stand up for myself, because the people who said they would and were supposed to be there for our interest, didn't."
Olivia R University of Northern Iowa
