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
"Yes, I not only improved my Spanish, but met and was able to understand different people and cultures better."
Megan M University of Northern Iowa
"It inspired me to start my business. "
Ryan G University of Northern Iowa
"I have learned to always adapt to the culture. If you don't adapt, you won't enjoy your experience. You also learn to appreciate what you have back at home. "
Jonna E University of Northern Iowa
"YES! I accomplished my goal that I wanted to be able to speak well enough to continue a conversation and be able to understand Spanish speakers while they are speaking together. I plan on returning here in the future to study for another semester because I loved it so much! I also would be interested in working here in the futur..."
Katie W University of Northern Iowa
"I think I really grew as a person just by going abroad. I learned a lot about myself as a person, as an American and really got a sense of cultural identity. "
Stephanie M University of Northern Iowa
"I learned and gained SO many things while abroad. I took in all of the beauty in each country and learned a lot along the way about the cultures and history. This program went above and beyond my expectations and it was certainly worthwhile!"
Dera B University of Northern Iowa
"So much! I have a new appreciation for our culture and a better understanding of Taiwanese and Chinese culture. It was so worthwhile, I'd do it again for twice the price."
Therese K University of Northern Iowa
"Loved every minute of the trip. It really broaded my horizon when it comes to my future teaching career. "
Kimberly G University of Northern Iowa
"Very worthwhile. I learned so much about ancient cultures and even new ones and how they evolved over time. I also learned about the environment and how societies can factor into the destruction of natural resources. Another thing I had the opportunity to do was go on an archeological dig, which summed up all of my knowledge I l..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned alot about the Chinese culture and how it differs from the American culture and it was definitely worthwhile and I'd do it all over again if I had the chance."
Connie C University of Northern Iowa
"I learned about cultural differences, understanding why people have different political, religious, and ethical viewpoints."
Kristen G University of Northern Iowa
"I have gained a better understanding of Greek history and the culture not just from ancient times, but modern as well. I really liked that we didn't just focus on one time period. "
kkofoot University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, I learned so much about Greek culture both educationally and socially. Going to Greece has made me want to travel even more. "
Haley J University of Northern Iowa
"A whole new cultural perspective. The experience was 100% worthwhile."
Nehemiah N University of Northern Iowa
"I learned how to interact with people of a different cultural (Italian) although some of them didn't know any English. I also learned how to be very responsible because I had a lot of freedom on the trip to do what I wanted."
Tayler H University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a very broad new perspective on how to live your life. I experienced everything from the french perspective that work is not everything in life to their environmental conservation efforts. Seeing life lived in an alternate way made me really look at how I live my life and if I will employ any of these new observations i..."
Melani T University of Northern Iowa
"This experience was definitely worthwhile. I learned a lot about the Spanish language, and the culture in Costa Rica. "
Emily S University of Northern Iowa
"Learned a lot about the culture and meeting the locals. In addition, our class was focused on the environment in which I also gained an immense amount of knowledge on. SO worthwhile and highly recommended! I would go back and do it again and again"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, very much so. You have a whole new respect for that country while there and even your own country as there are many differences!"
Eric B University of Northern Iowa
"DEfenitely worthwhile and would do it again regaurdless the cost"
William M University of Northern Iowa
"I gained knowledge about other countries and their cultures and was able to meet new people and see amazing places! It was 110% worthwhile in my opinion! "
Melanie R University of Northern Iowa
"What I learned the most was not so much from the classroom lectures, but from being fully immersed into a new culture. This experience has made me want to experience other cultures as well in the same way."
stacie k University of Northern Iowa
"Yes."
Jonathan C University of Northern Iowa
"This experience has made me more thankful for what I have."
Emily M University of Northern Iowa
"It was definitely worth it. It taught me to be independent and how to grow as an individual."
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