4.4 - 451 Reviews

University of Northern Iowa

https://studyabroad.uni.edu/

University of Northern Iowa is a program provider offering 44 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Volunteer abroad programs in 28 countries such as Chile, China, Greece, and Italy.

The University of Northern Iowa (UNI) offers a diverse array of study abroad programs through its Study Abroad Center, providing students with enriching international experiences that complement their academic pursuits. With over 40 programs in more than 25 countries, students have the opportunity to engage in semester-long exchanges, short-term faculty-led courses, internships, and volunteer opportunities. These programs are designed to accommodate various academic disciplines and personal interests, ensuring that students can find an experience that aligns with their goals.

UNI's study abroad offerings are structured to be accessible and affordable. Many programs are exchange-based, allowing students to pay UNI tuition while studying abroad. Additionally, students can apply their existing scholarships and financial aid packages to their study abroad expenses. The university also offers specific scholarships to support students in their international endeavors.

To assist students in preparing for their international experiences, the Study Abroad Center provides resources such as the "Prep Series," which covers essential topics like finances, health, and technology abroad. Students are encouraged to attend a "First Steps" meeting with an advisor to begin the application process and receive personalized guidance.

Through these comprehensive programs and support services, the University of Northern Iowa demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering global citizenship and cross-cultural understanding among its students.

For more information, please visit https://uni.edu/studyabroad/.

Study Abroad with University of Northern Iowa

OVERALL RATING 4.4
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October 2, 2025
Past Review Chile: An Unforgettable Experience With A Culture You Will Want To Take Home With You Forever University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"The experience completely changed my cultural awareness I loved everything about this culture how laid back they are, how important family is, there night life. This was an amazing culture to get to be a part of. It has also made me more grateful and aware of things in my life. I am now planning on majoring in spanish as well..."

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Past Review London, Dublin, Cork: Best Experience Ever! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"Yes. I learned a lot, especially about having an open mind and wanting to try and experience new things. I wish I did not graduate so I could go abroad again."

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Past Review Southern Italy Opened My Eyes To The World Of Traveling University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"Studying in Southern Italy gave me a good sense of what Europe is like and better prepared me for future traveling. The trip made me want to travel more and spend more quality time in the outdoors."

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Past Review Capstone In Greece: Great Expirience But A Lot Of Lecture! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Greece

"no. I should have visited Greece on my own. But i must say, this class took me places that i wouldn't have visited on my own."

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Past Review Amazing Experience! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"It was an amazing experience I wish i could go back! I learned so much about culture. "

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Past Review Italy: Feels Like Home University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"I would do it all over again i would! i loved every minute of it"

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Past Review London, Dublin & Cork Capstone Was The Best Two Weeks Of My Life, Hands Down! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"Absolutely. I learned so much from the trip and met so many great people both from UNI and abroad. I would love to travel back someday. "

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Past Review Greece: A Rewarding Hands On Education University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Greece

"It was so different to experience a foreign culture... It gives you a greater perspective in knowing how much is really out there that is so different from the United States. I know that anybody that goes on this trip with enjoy it greatly."

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Past Review Southern Italy: A Cross Section Of Western Civilization University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"By traveling to Italy, I gained a deeper appreciation of our current civilization's roots. I feel a direct connection to the events of the Forum in Rome to the events of all levels the US government."

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Past Review Frustrated At Sac But Well Worth It Once In Italy! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"It was very much worth while. Everyone should study abroad!"

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Past Review Southern Italy: A Once In A Lifetime Experience I'll Never Forget! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"It has helped me grow as a person and be able to make new connections. It helped me see how different people interact and live. I am more culturally aware now and I am able to have a more open perspective on the world. I hope to travel abroad again or work abroad sometime in the future. Being able to be emerged in a different cu..."

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Past Review Capstone London Dublin And Cork University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"This study abroad experience was able to allow me to become mroe cultured. You were able to not only get to interact with your professor/classmates, but with the locals as well. IT was a hands on learning experience. I came out learning more than I expected. We studied the themes in a way that was relevant and interesting. I was..."

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Past Review The Southern Italy Capstone Was The Most Amazing Trip/Class That I Have Ever Taken! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"This was such a worthhile experience; I didn't want to go back! My professor was great and so was my group. I wouldn't change a thing!"

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Past Review Southern Italy, A Trip Of A Life Time! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"Yes, very much so. I learned a lot about myself and the culture of Italy. It opened my eyes to things that USA should do to lessen our carbon footprint. "

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Past Review European Experience That Changed My Life University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"Yes. Although it was very expensive and I spent a lot of money over there, it was worth it. I learned about how other people live and in the process, learned more about myself. Having this information will help me out in my career because my major is psychology and I plan on counseling people. This will help because I'll be able..."

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Past Review Ireland/England: A Beautiful Experience University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"I loved it! It was not a life changing experience because I've been abroad several times before this but I love going because there is just something about experiencing something completely different. I enjoy seeing the places where events I've been reading about in history books for years actually happened and meeting the peopl..."

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Past Review Study Aboard Gave Me A Whole New Look On Everyone's Culture And Was An Awesome Opportunity! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"It really opened my eyes that there is different ways outside of the United States and made me accept more other people ways of life. "

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Past Review Capstone In Greece: 70% Education 30% Everything Else University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Greece

"I was highly satisfied with the educational aspects of the program minus the course load; the social and cultural experiences were very insightful and provided new perspectives on Greek culture; and the trip provided excellent experiences that were well worth the money. I will take this experience with me for my entire future an..."

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Past Review Traveler Or Tourist, You Decide University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Greece

"I gained an understanding in another culture and was able to compare theirs' to mine here in the USA, for good and bad. I have a new profound outlook on the world and my everyday life, as time goes on, I believe it will only increase. I can't wait to go abroad again. It was a great opportunity and I absolutely loved it!"

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Past Review There Are No Words For My Study Abroad Experience In Sicily. University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"I've decided I want to travel everywhere now. I've understood how a completely different culture lives and works together as a community. To be able to see thousands of years old buildings and think about what we have in America was priceless. It was definitely a culture shock realizing, oh, nobody speaks English. That was f..."

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Past Review London, Dublin, & Cork: An Experience Of A Lifetime!" University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"Yes! This program allowed me to experience a whole new culture. It has really made me grow up and realize how many opportunities are available. I hope to keep traveling and going outside of my comfort zone! "

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Past Review Southern Italy: A New Appreciation University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"Being abroad has given a whole new perspective on life, and everything that I have here at home. I think that sometimes we take for granted all that we have here. That being said, I think that there is a LOT that we can learn from other countries. It was nice to be in towns that were so simple and laid back, and the people weren..."

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