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
"Being abroad has given a whole new perspective on life, and everything that I have here at home. I think that sometimes we take for granted all that we have here. That being said, I think that there is a LOT that we can learn from other countries. It was nice to be in towns that were so simple and laid back, and the people weren..."
Alison H University of Northern Iowa
"It was totally worthwhile. I can say I gained a lot of independence and responsibility while being on the trip. You are so far away from home in countries that you have never been to and you have to be mindful of that. You cant just call up your mom or dad and ask for help when you need it! I also had to make sure I had enough m..."
Whitney B University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, I gained a more global perspective and learned more about different cultures. This will help me in future endeavors both academic, professional, and other aspects. "
Hannah K University of Northern Iowa
"Most definitely. It has greatly improved my spanish speaking skills and I am so glad that I choose to come to Chile. It was a great two months. I plan on majoring in Spanish along with Accounting and hopefully I can find a job that involves both."
Hayley T University of Northern Iowa
"I've decided I want to travel everywhere now. I've understood how a completely different culture lives and works together as a community. To be able to see thousands of years old buildings and think about what we have in America was priceless. It was definitely a culture shock realizing, oh, nobody speaks English. That was f..."
Jill T University of Northern Iowa
"Yes. I learned a lot about climate change and the ways in which people in Spain are trying to adjust their lives so that their carbon footprints will be reduced. I had a great time, as well. I am far more aware of cultural differences and similarities throughout the world now. I intend to continue my studies in Sociology."
Jennifer M University of Northern Iowa
"This was a humbling experience. I learned that Americans live very well and I saw some of the things we, as Americans, had to fight through to reach our position today. For this, my study abroad experience was well worth it. I am even more interested to learn about China's development and history. I also had the advantage of..."
Chandler F University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot of contextual things, and yes it was worthwhile."
jbancroftsmithe University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a lot of confidence in going abroad and it was an awesome experience to make me want to go abroad again."
Janessa T University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, very much so. I learned a lot about myself and the culture of Italy. It opened my eyes to things that USA should do to lessen our carbon footprint. "
Chelsie T University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a sense of independence and a confidence that I did not know I had. "
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
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Hilary H University of Northern Iowa
"I had a lot of fun in London. It was my favorite part of the trip being able to venture out on our own and tour the city without a guide. "
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a new sense of independence and confidence. "
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I think it was definitely worthwhile. It was an awesome experience and we got to see some amazing things. Dr. Zeman and Maddie were great. "
Allison T University of Northern Iowa
"My study abroad experience was absolutely worthwhile. As it was my first time out of the United States, it gave me a much greater sense of perspective in this world. It's taken me quite awhile to process everything I saw and experienced in Nicaragua, but I've loved being out of my comfort zone and forced to think about the quest..."
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot about religion and different cultures, I expanded my experiences. I am much more willing now to try new things. I definitely plan to go back to some of the places we visited now."
Liz M University of Northern Iowa
"It really opened my eyes that there is different ways outside of the United States and made me accept more other people ways of life. "
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I loved it! It was not a life changing experience because I've been abroad several times before this but I love going because there is just something about experiencing something completely different. I enjoy seeing the places where events I've been reading about in history books for years actually happened and meeting the peopl..."
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I had always wanted to visit England and the trip was just as amazing as I expected it would be! On the trip you weren't just stuck in London and Edinburgh (though you did get to see them)but, you got to tour all around Great Britain with York, Liverpool, Brighton, Glasgow, Stirling, and the Highlands! I got a good sense of how ..."
Shelby G University of Northern Iowa
"This experience was WONDERFUL! it really opened my eyes to different cultures I have never seen before and made me repsect many more cultures."
Julia B University of Northern Iowa
"I had a very informative yet fun experience. I provided me with knowledge that will better me in all aspects of my life. "
Erica M University of Northern Iowa
"My study abroad experience was very worthwile.I understand now that Americans take large amounts of spacce for granted. The citizens of the UK are very conservative when it comes to volume of space per individual, whether it is a house, a car, furniture, etc. My study abroad experience has given a lot of insight of the of Europe..."
Brad H University of Northern Iowa
"This expereince was worth every minute! I learned alot, I think the most important things I learned were being patient, and not worrying so much. With both of those I finally stopped getting stressed out about things not going according to plan. I finally got the mentality that everything works out in the end. I gave the overall..."
Mary K University of Northern Iowa
"yes! I would go again in a heartbeat"
Elizabeth A University of Northern Iowa
