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

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October 2, 2025
Past Review Europe's Finest University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"How other countries interact with the environment, their histories and current issues, and how their politics work."

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Past Review A Lifetime Experience In France University of Northern Iowa: Paris & Rennes - UNI Capstone in France

"I gained so much more knowledge about another country from this experience. Being able to stay with a host family and involving myself in another culture was very fascinating. I even learned a little French along the way. Overall, I feel that this trip was very worthwhile for me. I had never been abroad before and I now hope ..."

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Past Review Worth My Time University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"I learned a lot of history information about England and Ireland, and I also learned a lot about the environment as well. It was definitely worthwhile."

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Past Review Teaching Kids In China Was Rewarding University of Northern Iowa: Dongguan - UNI Summer Camp in China

"I like everything we did and enjoyed working with the kids. However, I did not like the way the people at the school ran everything. They were very difficult and made our experience not as great as it could have been. I am disappointed that I payed the amount of money we did to be treated the way we were, it could have gone a lo..."

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Past Review Beware Of Tung Wah And Others University of Northern Iowa: Dongguan - UNI Summer Camp in China

"I was forced to grow as a person and learn how to stand up for myself, because the people who said they would and were supposed to be there for our interest, didn't."

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Past Review China Reflection University of Northern Iowa: Dongguan - UNI Summer Camp in China

"I have never been to Asia and it was a great experience. I encourage others to go, but try to focus on positive aspects of the trip. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed and upset when things don't always work out the way you'd expect."

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Past Review English Summer Camp In China University of Northern Iowa: Dongguan - UNI Summer Camp in China

"I think I really grew as a person just by going abroad. I learned a lot about myself as a person, as an American and really got a sense of cultural identity. "

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Past Review Southern Italy Capstone Has Really Changed My Whole Outlook On Life! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"I gained knowledge of another culture, and I learned how other cultures interact with one another. This has changed my future plans because I want to go back and learn more about other cultures. "

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Past Review The Most Memorable 2 Weeks University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"From this trip, I learned that not only are all Americans different, but everyone in the world is very different. It was amazing to see a different culture from my own and experience it firsthand. I also learned that even though I had a great time abroad, I love the country I live in and wouldn't want to live in a different one...."

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Past Review Ireland London Capstone Changed My Life. The Trip Was Amazing!!!! University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"Being in Ireland and London helped me to see how another part of the world does things different when it comes to environment,transportation,socializing,shopping, and many more areas. Also being there showed me how yet each countries have similarities. "

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Past Review Making New Friends In Ireland University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland

"In order to feel as if you are participating in your host countries traditions while studying abroad I would suggest going on a longer study abroad experience where there is more opportunity to become immersed in the culture. "

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Past Review The Southern Italy Capstone Broadened My Horizons University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"yes, i gained knowledge of different lifestyles and experienced many italian historical treasures"

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Past Review Arica, Chile: Interesting Culture With A Beautiful Climate University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"I would say this experience was very worthwhile. I learned a great deal about the culture of South America and was able to visit some very interesting places. "

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Past Review Going To Greece: An Experience Of A Lifetime University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Greece

"Yes, I learned so much about Greek culture both educationally and socially. Going to Greece has made me want to travel even more. "

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Past Review Chile: A Life Changing Experience University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"YES! I accomplished my goal that I wanted to be able to speak well enough to continue a conversation and be able to understand Spanish speakers while they are speaking together. I plan on returning here in the future to study for another semester because I loved it so much! I also would be interested in working here in the futur..."

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Past Review Italy For The Untraveled University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Southern Italy

"Yes! I now have a greater understanding of how what we do to the environment today can affect not only today's culture but future cultures."

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Past Review Chile Two Months Of Life Changing Experiences. University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"Most definitely. It has greatly improved my spanish speaking skills and I am so glad that I choose to come to Chile. It was a great two months. I plan on majoring in Spanish along with Accounting and hopefully I can find a job that involves both."

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Past Review More Than Just Learning A Language University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"I would do this program again in a heartbeat. I loved how close everyone was by the end of the trip, and everyone we interacted with was so helpful. I had so many people ask me why I was going to Chile, and my default answer was always to learn Spanish, but I have learned so much more than just a new language. Their culture is s..."

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Past Review Arica: The Total Opposite Of The United States University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"My experience abroad has impacted me greatly, I wasn't expecting the culture to be so different from the U.S. However, coming here as made me realize that I chose the right career path for me because I want to teach English to non-native English speakers."

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Past Review A Great International Experience That Lets You Really See Into How The Other Half Of The World Lives University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"My Spanish speaking skills improved dramatically. I have greatly increased my cultural awareness and interest. I plan to continue studying business and the international affairs related to it."

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Past Review Arica, My Lifechanging And Unforgettable Experience University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"I have became more open to change, aware of different cultures, my spanish abilities have improves immensely, and most of all i have found a place that has many friends and family of mine that I plan to return to some day!"

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Past Review Chi Chi Chi, Le Le Le, Viva Chile! University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"I learned new things about different cultures around the world, even ones I had not heard of before."

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Past Review Cisp In Arica Chile..Una Experiencia Fantastica De Mi Vida !! University of Northern Iowa: Arica - Culture and Intensive Spanish Program (CISP)

"Besides improving my spanish speaking and writing skills, I now better understand people of different cultures and it opened my eyes to many things in the world, outside the USA, that I would have not realized if I had not came here."

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