The University of Iowa Study Abroad office believes that our programs enrich students’ educational experiences and prepare them for the global society and workforce. We foster a diverse environment where every student can access transformative international opportunities and become culturally competent leaders. We are committed to providing the resources and support necessary for all students to succeed in their global journeys.  

The following resources are intended to help facilitate the participation in study abroad of students.

For more information about UI efforts to create a welcoming climate for all students, visit the UI Access, Opportunity & Diversity website.

Scholarship Opportunities

The UI Global Access Ambassador Scholarship for undergraduate students supports the diversification of students who study abroad.

The Leona Zaharis Scholarship is for first-generation college students OR students who are not first-generation college students but have graduated from an Iowa high school AND have federal eligibility for financial aid.

First Generation and Non-Traditional

Kayla Petry in a soccer stadium

Kayla Petry

Kyra Lester

Kyra Lester

Kayleigh Sutton

Kayleigh Sutton

Disabilities Abroad

Josie Mbaye banner.

Josie Mbaye

Kaitlyn at Panathenaic Stadium

Kaitlyn Dwyer

Anna banner

Anna Horozewski

LGBTQ Identity Abroad

Delany Orewiler

Delany Orewiler

Kevin Drahos in front of a fountain

Kevin Drahos

Myah Pride-Parade

Myah Bauman

Race and Ethnicity Abroad

Margaret Huang banner

Margaret Huang

Safeya banner

Safeya Siddig

Lindsey Piepe

Lindsey Pieper