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.
Merit-based scholarships are available to students participating in study abroad programs that include travel, lasting for a semester, academic year, or which take place during the summer.
Need-based grants are available to students who are eligible for financial assistance, as evidenced on the UI Award Letter, and are interested in a study abroad program.
Learn more about scholarships for study abroad.
First Generation and Non-Traditional
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Kayla Petry
Marketing major who studied in Spain
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Kyra Lester
Finance and accounting double major who studied in Australia
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Kayleigh Sutton
Elementary education major who studied in Ghana
Disabilities Abroad
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Josie Mbaye
Science education/environmental science major who studied in Chile
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Kaitlyn Dwyer
Applied studies major who studied in Greece
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Anna Horozewski
Psychology major who studied in Greece
LGBTQ Identity Abroad
![Delany Orewiler](/sites/international.uiowa.edu/files/styles/square__1024_x_1024/public/2024-07/IMG_0168.jpg?h=999fed2f&itok=ihH6_IeE)
Delany Orewiler
Psychology and French double major who studied in France
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Kevin Drahos
Political science major who studied in Spain
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Myah Bauman
Business analytics & information systems and marketing major who studied in Italy
Race and Ethnicity Abroad
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Margaret Huang
Public health and Spanish major who studied in Spain
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Safeya Siddig
Marketing major who studied in England
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Lindsey Pieper
Marketing major who studied in Greece