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
"Be open to learning new things, immersing yourself in the culture around you. I would love to travel again--seeking out areas I know little about."
Beth M University of Northern Iowa
"It was worthwhile just to be involved in other cultures and to see the beauty of Europe. "
Karissa K University of Northern Iowa
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Jenna C University of Northern Iowa
"The course here was specifically focused on three aspects: environment, technology, and society. Keeping these three focuses in mind, everything we did as a group impacted our thoughts and our preconceptions of the country. The greatest understanding of such issues was meat with the ability to have conversations and mingle wit..."
Robert E University of Northern Iowa
"I felt that my awareness of my own ethnocentrism was greatly increased, allowing me to take a step out of my own cultural comfort zone. This was extremely rewarding."
Hannah W University of Northern Iowa
"I have really learned so much about what it means to be a part of a country. I have also learned what it means to be American. This is something that is difficult to understand until you have been somewhere else. I wouldn't trade this experience for anything! I had such a wonderful time with some really great people."
Theresa B University of Northern Iowa
"We had an itinerary before we left and we followed that closely which I liked because I knew what we were going to be doing. The only thing that I probably would have changed was the Queen not being there at the same time as us. "
Ashley Q University of Northern Iowa
"It was worthwhile for the traveling experience more than the class. Dr. Kashef is a great teacher, it's just that there was more to see in a tourist sense than to learn about the environment."
Ashley L University of Northern Iowa
"My time spent abroad was neither fantastic nor was it is horrible. It was interesting but nothing life changing. After studying abroad, I am more appreciative of the benefits of living in the United States, which include not having to pay to use the restroom or having sidewalks. Studying abroad made me more understanding of h..."
Jack K University of Northern Iowa
"I gained understanding of how Americans are viewed by people who are from different cultures. I am now aware that even though I am a different nationality there are several things that makes me similar to someone of a different culture. "
Liz B University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, the trip was worthwhile. "
Katie M University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, it was so much fun and I learned a lot by experiencing a whole new culture. "
Lindsay S University of Northern Iowa
"I really enjoyed visitng the cultural sites and interacting with the locals. I'd visited Spain once in high school and the trip confirmed my love for the country. It also allowed me to practice the Spanish language."
Rayanna B 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
"I gained so much that there is not even words to describe my experience. I loved my professors, host family, and everyday experience in Chile. I felt like I could live a normal life, and sometimes that I would forget that I was even abroad - I was meant to study abroad in Chile."
Carissa J University of Northern Iowa
"Because of my experience abroad, I may consider changing my German major beccause I realized how important English is to the rest of the world. But I did meet many great people that also decided to study at the University of Klagenfurt, which I am thankful for."
Levi R University of Northern Iowa
"Living in another country gives you a better perspective on both your own country and the rest of the world."
Mary Alison W University of Northern Iowa
"It opened up my eyes to a number of things! It enhanced my communication skills in that if I can find ways to communicate there I could communicate ANYWHERE! It was a challenge overcoming the stereotype they have of Americans. I gained Parisian experiences that gives me a different outlook on people, food, and the environment wh..."
Breanna M University of Northern Iowa
"Going to Ireland made me realize I'm an adaptable person. I don't need much stuff to survive. I figured out what really is important to me, and what I want to do with my life. Got the travel bug and can't wait to see more of Europe."
Ruby H University of Northern Iowa
"I gained international perspective, a multicultural education, and insight into another part of the world. The rating remains a 3/5 because although it was a great experience, personally I did not gain a great deal academically and had to move in an out of the seminar house twice during the midterms and right before finals putti..."
Joshua E 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
"I learned a lot about independence. I also decided that I want to use my nursing degree to help others out in either Costa Rica or another country in Latin America."
Staci S University of Northern Iowa
"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
"Yes! It was an amazing experience that I will never forget and I will go back as soon as I can! It became my home away from home. "
Tara D University of Northern Iowa
"Yes, I learned a lot about several cultures and got a better world perspective of several events."
Jordan W University of Northern Iowa
