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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Recognizing student impact in Iowa
International students at the University of Iowa contributed over $73 million to the economy in 2023-2024.

Sharing the past year's achievements
We're pleased to announce the release of the International Programs 2024 Annual Report, which celebrates the past year’s activities, research, events, and student and faculty accomplishments.

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

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# of years Iowa has been named a Top Producer of Fulbright students

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Study abroad programs offered

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Countries represented by our international students
"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."