Connecting Iowa with the world and the world with Iowa

The University of Iowa is committed to enriching the global experience of students, faculty, staff, and the greater community. International Programs does this by providing leadership and support for internationally-oriented teaching, research, creative work and community engagement. We encourage students to see the world in a whole new way. Take a look around and see why thousands of students from Iowa and the world call us home each year.

News

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Boren Awards info session to be held on Nov. 15

Friday, September 22, 2023
Learn how you can receive up $30,000 for international research or study abroad with a Boren Award.
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Public health student interns in Chile, works to improve education standards

Thursday, September 21, 2023
Guadalupe de la Rosa, a public health major, recently returned from Chile where she interned for an organization that empowers individuals through education and the promotion of human rights.
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Upcoming Critical Language Scholarship info session and workshop, Nov 2 & 10

Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student interested in a summer language program abroad, all expenses paid?

Events

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Gilman Scholarship Info Sessions

Monday, September 25, 2023 10:30am to 11:30am
Virtual
Attend a Gilman Scholarship Information Session hosted by the UI Study Abroad office to learn about the application process.
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Discover Study Abroad-Fall 2023

Tuesday, September 26, 2023 12:30pm to 1:00pm
Virtual
Would you like to study abroad during your time at the University of Iowa, but don't know where to start? Attend our weekly Virtual Discover Study Abroad info sessions to learn how study abroad works and find the right international opportunity for you!
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Gilman Scholarship Info Sessions

Tuesday, September 26, 2023 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Virtual
Attend a Gilman Scholarship Information Session hosted by the UI Study Abroad office to learn about the application process.
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BGC/BUILD: An Introduction to Federal Regulations Affecting International Students

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 10:00am to 12:00pm
Virtual
Immigration laws regulate many aspects of international students' lives, including entry to the United States, the conditions under which they may remain in this country and re-enter after traveling abroad, and eligibility for immigration benefits. This session will provide an introductory overview of the application and visa process, foundations of U.S. student immigration law, ISSS responsibilities to the Department of Homeland Security and to the student, and the basic rules that international students must follow to remain in status while studying in the U.S.

"Feeling Buddhism: Crafting Community Among Women in Japan”

Thursday, September 28, 2023 3:30pm to 5:00pm
University Capitol Centre
Gwendolyn Gillson, Assistant Professor of Asian Studies at Illinois College, will explore the ways women in contemporary Japan craft relationships with each other through Buddhism.
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Gilman Scholarship Info Sessions

Friday, September 29, 2023 10:00am to 11:00am
Virtual
Attend a Gilman Scholarship Information Session hosted by the UI Study Abroad office to learn about the application process.
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Honoring those who support international education

Philanthropist Linda R. Baker will receive the UI International Impact Award at a special WorldCanvass program on November 2.

Learn more about Linda Baker and this award
Delegates from the University of Iowa, Iowa State, Kosovo and USAID

Strengthening ties between higher education and the private sector

Through a USAID-funded cooperative agreement, UI experts will lead efforts to increase cooperation between Kosovo and the state of Iowa to increase economic opportunities for Kosovo youth.

Learn more about these efforts
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Guiding more students to Fulbright success

The University of Iowa has been named a top producer of Fulbright U.S. students for the seventh year. International Programs leads the university's efforts in supporting applicants.

Read more about this designation

7

Number of years UI has been named a Top Producer of Fulbright students

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103

Countries represented by our international students

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200 +

Study abroad programs offered

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"If International Programs has one purpose, it is to open the minds and hearts of our community to the reality that the world is a stronger and better place when we celebrate the humanity in every individual and in every nation. We cannot learn to live together if we do not live to learn from each other."