International experiences can help you enhance your degree, stand out to employers, and transform you into a global citizen.

University of Iowa Study Abroad is excited to help you plan and execute your international experience! Once you're ready, our expert team of advisors can walk you through each step of the way, from deciding which programs can help you advance your degree to funding opportunities, and more.

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International Opportunities

From short-term faculty-led opportunities to academic year programs and global internships, our sponsored programs have something for everyone.

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Finances

Learn how much it costs to study abroad and how to utilize financial aid and apply to scholarships.

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Health & Safety Abroad

Learn how to understand and mitigate risks while planning for a healthy, safe and secure time abroad.

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"I valued my experience abroad so much and would recommend it to any student or individual who is thinking about it. It was quite literally life-changing and I’m very grateful to have ever had the opportunity to experience it."

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"As a first-generation college student who had never previously been out of the country, I could not have asked for a better study abroad experience... For anyone who is on the edge of whether to study abroad, I would say that it is 100 percent worth it."  

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"I never imagined myself studying abroad or getting to visit the desert and other countries in Latin America, but thanks to the support of my family, friends, and the study abroad office here at the university I was able to make this dream come true."

Scholarships

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Study Abroad News

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UI alumna Gianna Rocca awarded Fulbright to teach English in South Korea

Friday, April 24, 2026
Gianna Rocca (BA English and creative writing ’25) is the recipient of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to South Korea for 2026–27.
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UI alumna Josie Mbaye awarded Fulbright to teach English in Taiwan 

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Josie Mbaye (BA environmental science ’25; MAT science education ’26) was selected as a recipient of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Taiwan for 2026–27. 
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UI alumnus Tristen Wendling awarded Fulbright to teach English in Germany

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Tristen Wendling (BA German ’25) is the recipient of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Germany for 2026–27.

Events

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Study Abroad Faculty-led Program Information Session: Eco-tourism and Culture in Costa Rica

Thursday, April 30, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Phillips Hall
Learn more about this faculty-led, three-week winter break program in Costa Rica that explores the relationship between eco-tourism and culture.
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Study Abroad Faculty-led Program Information Session: Eco-tourism and Culture in Costa Rica

Friday, May 1, 2026 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Phillips Hall
Learn more about this faculty-led, three-week winter break program in Costa Rica that explores the relationship between eco-tourism and culture.
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