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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8 UI students awarded Gilman Scholarships for 2026
Meet the summer and fall 2026 Hawkeye Abroad Creators
11 UI students earn prestigious Fulbright awards for 2026–27
2025 International Programs Annual Report
Our annual report showcases who we are and what we do, presenting a year-in-review of how we promote global education at the University of Iowa.
13th Annual Fulbright Week
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research abroad for an academic year at no cost? Join International Programs for the 13th Annual Fulbright Week April 6–10, 2026, to kick off the 2027-2028 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition!
Faculty-led Programs Abroad
Interested in going abroad next summer? Travel with renowned University of Iowa faculty, earn university credit, and make the world your classroom. Learn more about summer 2026 faculty-led programs at our upcoming info sessions!
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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."