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 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
"Even with horrible organization it was still a worthwhile trip."
liz B University of Northern Iowa
"yes"
Melissa M 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
"Yes! I now have a greater understanding of how what we do to the environment today can affect not only today's culture but future cultures."
Christina S 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
"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 would do this program again in a heartbeat. I loved how close everyone was by the end of the trip, and everyone we interacted with was so helpful. I had so many people ask me why I was going to Chile, and my default answer was always to learn Spanish, but I have learned so much more than just a new language. Their culture is s..."
Katherine K University of Northern Iowa
"My experience abroad has impacted me greatly, I wasn't expecting the culture to be so different from the U.S. However, coming here as made me realize that I chose the right career path for me because I want to teach English to non-native English speakers."
Allyson B University of Northern Iowa
"I learned so much about the culture of south america and mostly about chile and peru. It was so interesting to learn about another culture and their lives and how they are so similar and different from ours!"
Brianna W University of Northern Iowa
"My Spanish speaking skills improved dramatically. I have greatly increased my cultural awareness and interest. I plan to continue studying business and the international affairs related to it."
Rayanna B University of Northern Iowa
"Yes! I had SUCH an amazing experience in Chile, and I do this whole experience over again in a heartbeat. Going to Chile has really changed my cultural outlook, and despite a few problems with the Study Abroad Office, I've really had the time of my life here. "
E L University of Northern Iowa
"I have became more open to change, aware of different cultures, my spanish abilities have improves immensely, and most of all i have found a place that has many friends and family of mine that I plan to return to some day!"
Janae H University of Northern Iowa
"I learned new things about different cultures around the world, even ones I had not heard of before."
Emily W University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, it has opened my eyes culturally. I also really want to come back at some point, I would love to work for a company that has international offices. "
Philip M University of Northern Iowa
"Besides improving my spanish speaking and writing skills, I now better understand people of different cultures and it opened my eyes to many things in the world, outside the USA, that I would have not realized if I had not came here."
Kenzie S University of Northern Iowa
"The experience completely changed my cultural awareness I loved everything about this culture how laid back they are, how important family is, there night life. This was an amazing culture to get to be a part of. It has also made me more grateful and aware of things in my life. I am now planning on majoring in spanish as well..."
Samantha M University of Northern Iowa
"loved it!"
John C University of Northern Iowa
"My adventure to England, Hungary, Romania, and Greece was more than worthwhile. I not only got to experience a long term travel abroad but also was able to see the other countries' cultures and customs while visiting. I have a broader appreciation for others backgrounds and histories and this will forever impact my life in a pos..."
A student University of Northern Iowa
"I had such a great time on this trip. I loved seeing a variety of different cultures and interacting with the people from the four countries. It opened my eyes to another part of the world where I saw gorgeous landscapes and interesting foods. I'm so glad I chose this capstone and saw all of the beautiful things each country h..."
Gracie G University of Northern Iowa
"Yes it was worthwhile. Although I thought it was poorly planned, I made the best of every situation. It has given me a new look on foreign people in the US, and it has already taken shape for I have met many people from foreign countries while back in the US."
Heath D University of Northern Iowa
"Yes. I learned a lot, especially about having an open mind and wanting to try and experience new things. I wish I did not graduate so I could go abroad again."
Amanda D University of Northern Iowa
"When I entered college as a Freshman, I really had no desire to study abroad, but when I found out about this program and the extensive scholarship available from the UNI College of Business Administration, I decided that it was too good of an opportunity to pass up. I couldn't have been more right. Going into the trip, I really..."
Matt C University of Northern Iowa
"DUH! "
Landon W University of Northern Iowa
"While we may share cultural differences, we're all the same and we're all human beings."
Derek G University of Northern Iowa
