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.
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UI Passport Office
Apply for a U.S. passport right here at the University of Iowa. Serving both the UI community and the general public.

Celebrating our Gilman Scholarship winners
Chosen from thousands of applicants from colleges and universities across the U.S., 12 University of Iowa undergraduates were awarded the competitive Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State.
Contributing to the global mission of the University of Iowa
International Programs supports eight academic centers, programs, and networks consisting of faculty members from across campus who collaborate to host public lectures, workshops, and symposia on a range of topics each year.

UI-funded research project leads to Fulbright award
The Stanley Graduate Award for International Research provided the foundation for Michaeljulius Idani’s research on Sierra Leone which culminated in a Fulbright Study/Research Award in Creative Writing.
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Number of years UI was named a Top Producer of Fulbright students

109
Countries represented by our international students

200 +
Number of study abroad programs offered

"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."