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 learned more about myself than I could ever imagined and of course that was worthwhile"
Britney R University of Northern Iowa
"I learned a lot about the culture and importance of family. It was very worthwhile in every respect. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned how different other countries run their Universities. I do have an appreciation for American universities now but it was amazing getting to experience an Australian university. I learned that I can really be on my own without my parents being able to come over if I need something. I can adapt well in a new environment..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"It was worthwhile. I learned a lot of about their different culture and lifestyle. I also learned how the use recycling and sustainability."
molly.stock.9 University of Northern Iowa
"It was my first time abroad. It was a culture shock but I was able to adapt well. Other students might find it difficult but it was worthwhile!"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned that I really do enjoy the Japanese culture, and it is fun learning and practicing the language. I also learned to humble myself to participate in the culture. Of course, I gained friendships, an open-mind, and a desire to go back."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, worthwhile. I learned that their are other ways (possibly better) than what us Americans have seen. I learned to keep an open mind."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"It was definitely a worthwhile trip. I learned a lot about local history and I experienced navigation of a big city for the first time. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I gained a lot of education from this trip. What it is like in their culture and this trip was very worthwhile. I would do it again if the opportunity arose."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"How spoiled and wasteful our country is as a whole and we could do a lot more good to the environment if we recycled more and didn't waste so much food and other materials. It was definitely worthwhile and made me reevaluate my lifestyle choices."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"It was definitely worthwhile, worth every dollar spent. I take the things we have here in America for granted: our food, our amenities, lack of homeless people I see on a daily basis."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"More about myself and other cultures "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned what it was like to be immersed into an unfamiliar culture for an extended period of time. It's a very different feeling than being at home as most people can imagine, but it is very refreshing at the same time. You begin to appreciate things that you normally take for granted. You also learn to live without all of ..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned and was able to experience the culture in England and the culture in Ireland. What was especially great about Ireland was that I was able to see the culture in a place such as the Aran Islands in comparison to a culture in Dublin. I learned about the environmental efforts that England and Ireland put forth. I learne..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"it was worthwhile. i learned a lot about myself and the countries i went to"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Cultual experience "
Paige W University of Northern Iowa
"I learned so much. I am a more open person and have a different view on life. This trip was the best thing I could have ever done."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"It was very worthwhile - I learned a lot about the Italian culture and how different, yet similar it is. I learned how big, but small the world really is. I learned I want to travel more! It opened my eyes to all that's really out there. "
A student 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
"This experience was absolutely worthwhile. I learned so much about the environment and Irish and English culture and history. I had the best experience possible. "
A student University of Northern Iowa
"Yes and just the general culuture in Taiwan"
jordan.queckboerner University of Northern Iowa
"Yes"
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I learned how to use the subway systems fairly well. This trip was definitley worthwhile and I would recommend it to anyone."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"The cultural experience was worth everything. We were able to interact with the Italian culture, and compare/contrast to our own."
Alex P University of Northern Iowa
"How other countries interact with the environment, their histories and current issues, and how their politics work."
Kurt K University of Northern Iowa
