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 experience impacted me more than I ever thought it would. I learned so much about myself and my ability to live and travel independently. I have new appreciations for so many things, especially of culture, and especially Latin American culture. I am much more aware of issues regarding these cultures now in my day to day lif..."
Amy J University of Northern Iowa
"I like everything we did and enjoyed working with the kids. However, I did not like the way the people at the school ran everything. They were very difficult and made our experience not as great as it could have been. I am disappointed that I payed the amount of money we did to be treated the way we were, it could have gone a lo..."
Mariah W 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
"Yes, I learned that I really liked teaching and embracing cultures rather than learning about them in my home country. I learned how important it is to not be selfish when it comes to teaching. I never wanted to be a teacher, but I had fun creating lesson plans and learning along with the students and finally became a TESOL majo..."
Ashley W 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
"I am glad I had this experience to make me a better person with more worldly experience and understanding of life, but I would not pick this same program again. I also have decided not to teach abroad for a while since I feel like I am needed just as much in the U.S. as I could be used as a teacher in other countries. Overall I ..."
Abbey D 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 gained knowledge of another culture, and I learned how other cultures interact with one another. This has changed my future plans because I want to go back and learn more about other cultures. "
Stephie H 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
"It inspired me to start my business. "
Ryan G University of Northern Iowa
"Yes. I gained friends from around the world and learned so much more through real world experiences than I would have been able to learn simply by textbook or via internet"
Janell W University of Northern Iowa
"Yes...i loved being able to visit multiple countries in 3 weeks"
Katie S University of Northern Iowa
"This experience was very beneficial and opened my eyes to realize there is good and bad in every country. I would definitely study abroad in the future."
Hilary H University of Northern Iowa
"I became more open minded about the world around us. I became more easy going and flexible. I loved the professor and the people I went with in the program they made the trip worthwhile"
Nicole P University of Northern Iowa
"yes! I would go again in a heartbeat"
Elizabeth A 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
"YES, very much so, I would do it again if i could. My future plans have been reinforced, I was unsure whether or not I wanted to continue to travel all over the world, but since I have spent these few months abroad, all of my ideas have surfaced, and I hope to elaborate upon them in years to come. "
David P 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
"Being in Ireland and London helped me to see how another part of the world does things different when it comes to environment,transportation,socializing,shopping, and many more areas. Also being there showed me how yet each countries have similarities. "
Amanda R University of Northern Iowa
"Yes. The political, cultural, and scientific discussions I was afforded by meeting people from all over the globe was well-worth the struggles I had encountered pre-trip. I now have a plethora of new friends and contacts in: the UK, France, Italy, Lithuania, Scotland, Spain, Chile, Gambia, China, Taiwan, Australia, Greece, Ge..."
Alexandra P University of Northern Iowa
"This experience was definitely worth the time and money. I experienced a substantial amount of information pertaining to my major even though the class was not for my major."
Kalli S University of Northern Iowa
"In order to feel as if you are participating in your host countries traditions while studying abroad I would suggest going on a longer study abroad experience where there is more opportunity to become immersed in the culture. "
Stephanie M University of Northern Iowa
"My study abroad experience opened my eyes to the world. It is crazy to see how other people live and accept it. We always think other people should live like ones self but that is their culture and you have to respect it. It was very neat and bizarre to see China!"
Katie H University of Northern Iowa
"yes, i gained knowledge of different lifestyles and experienced many italian historical treasures"
Nick 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
