Illinois State University
University Information
To be considered for a study abroad program, you must:
• Be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 (Note: some programs require a higher GPA, see specific program flyer for details)
• Have completed at least two (2) college semesters prior to term of participation (If a transfer student, at least 30 hours of transfer credit or after completing one (1) full semester at ISU)
• Meet with a Study Abroad Advisor
Important Dates and Deadlines
Application Deadlines:
Fall semester – March 15th
Spring semester – September 15th
Summer term – Program deadlines vary, please see flyer for specific deadline information
"I feel like I've learned a lot and did a lot on my own. I appreciate the natural beauty so much more now. I feel like I can also connect to hispanic people better because now I understand another Latino country. "
Nicole D Illinois State University
"Yes. i learned so much about myself that i did not expect. I learned about a completely different culture and every experience i had in florence i can apply to my lifestyle here back at home. "
Lisa P Illinois State University
"I learned alot and I want to continue traveling abroad."
Bess L Illinois State University
"I accept people the way they are more than ever, and I couldn't have had a better experience. I learned so much about the culture, met some of the greatest people, and I plan to travel again in the future. "
Crystal V Illinois State University
"yes i loved every minute of it and it was worth every dollar"
Michelle P Illinois State University
"very"
Brittany W Illinois State University
"It made me realize there is a whole world out there waiting for me to see it. I will see it all!"
Danielle H Illinois State University
"It was worthwhile because of the internship, not the program"
Caroline C Illinois State University
"It was perfect :)"
Brittney G Illinois State University
"I had the best time of my life. It just let me realize how small the world still is even when we look at in other terms."
Vance G Illinois State University
"Yes"
chelsea o Illinois State University
"yes, i learned about a different culture that I didnt know much about. "
Katelyn M Illinois State University
"best trip of my life"
Trevor C Illinois State University
"If I could do the trip over again I would in a hearbeat. It made me learn a lot about my major's history and I had a great time with the other students. I didn't know many of them before but by the end I had made so many friends!"
Jaclyn J Illinois State University
"Yes, i gained so much knowledge, experience and personal friendships from this trip."
Rachel C Illinois State University
"more or less"
Theresa D Illinois State University
"I definately gained the different cultures between foreign countries and America. I know that there is a big difference on the way they live. "
Jodi M Illinois State University
"It was very worthwhile. It was interesting to see how classes go in another country. The best part for me was sightseeing and visiting different cities throughout Scotland."
Michelle E Illinois State University
"It was very worthwhile. It was interesting to see how classes go in another country. The best part for me was sightseeing and visiting different cities throughout Scotland."
Michelle E Illinois State University
"I had an amazing time in Russia and learned so much. Everyone we met was wonderful and we were always treated with respect and like royalty. I would love to go back there in the future. "
Christina H Illinois State University
"The trip was definitely worthwhile! I loved every minute of it (except for the airports!). The program also informed me of a Master's degree program at the host university, which I will apply for because the program moved me."
Megan B Illinois State University
"I understand that people's different cultures can really impact their way of life. And that living within a different culture is the first hand learning. I learned so much from just being involved in another country. This has changed me by not being as judgement toward others differences"
Deanna Q Illinois State University
"With an internship under my belt from this experience I have gained valuable knowledge and experiences to help me in any future employment. My resume certainly has grown from the experience and that is something I wanted to happen. "
Erin B Illinois State University
"yes"
Caitlin S Illinois State University
"I was forced to open up far more when living somewhere totally on my own. "
Sean H Illinois State University
