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
"The overall expirience was worthwhile. It taught me to be more independent."
Mary H Illinois State University
"worthwhile- changed my life"
Molly B Illinois State University
"Yes! I learned a lot about other cultures and I learned a lot about myself."
Melissa P Illinois State University
"Absolutely! I learned a lot about the differences of our school systems and it really helped open my eyes to how we can do things better. "
Shannon F Illinois State University
"More global view, more confidence and independence "
Jacqueline L Illinois State University
"It was worth every second of lost sleep and spent penny! I will for sure be going back. "
Katie H Illinois State University
"I feel it was very worthwhile because it provided me with knowledge on a foreign experience that I would have otherwise not got. "
Kara D Illinois State University
"Yes! I learned how to be independent and also to be more accepting of other cultures. The way we live are lives are great... but it is not the only way to live. Not only did i see so many historic landmarks, i was able to expand a whole other horizon when it came to teaching in the classroom. We spent several hours on drama acti..."
Tori S Illinois State University
"Yes! Our country has a lot of freedom but it also is very ignorant to the rest of the world. There is so much history out there that we have no clue about. It is an experience to broaden your horizons and so is absolutely worth while."
Cassie M Illinois State University
"I learned a lot about the culture and it broaden my views on a lot of topics. It made me want to succeed in life so I can return to Paris in the future. "
Brooke Z Illinois State University
"Absolutely. I would do it all over again."
Andrew L Illinois State University
"I would have done a different program, no questions asked. I would have stayed for a semester in a more centralized European country, in which I could explore far more lands. The program I took did provide me with plenty of memorable experiences and sights I would have otherwise never seen, and I am grateful for that. Once you a..."
Matthew S Illinois State University
"-"
Aankita P Illinois State University
"It was one of the greatest experiences of my life. I will be talking about my travels for a long time and can't wait to go back."
Alexander J Illinois State University
"Surpassed my expectations. "
Diane M Illinois State University
"I gained a lot of fluency from using French every day rather than two days a week in classes in my hometown. I appreciated speaking in my native language more after speaking French for five weeks; it's even become a little bit easier for me to communicate verbally in English than it was before I went to Quebec. I applied f..."
Victoria P Illinois State University
"Even "bad" experiences are good experiences in that they show you what you value in life and help you create more informed opinions on a wide variety of topics, from your own preferences to world politics and economics."
Laura S Illinois State University
"Yes"
Will O Illinois State University
"I learned so much about Ireland and it gave me such a new perspective on life."
Lauren H Illinois State University
"See things in a different and more global view."
Christopher D Illinois State University
"It was nice to see a different way of life. I would consider going back. However, I would rather go with a program that was set up for my home university."
Katie B Illinois State University
"yes it was worthwhile. I got to see things that I've only been taught about, and I got to see them with some of the best people that I have ever met. The group I was placed with made the trip 100 times better. "
Dana D Illinois State University
"Best experience of my life. Made me appreciate how great America is."
Eric L Illinois State University
"It has made me more independent and more aware of how similar and different people from other cultures are at the same time. Organizing travel plans and experiences was great in gaining responsibility and resourcefulness."
Nancy O Illinois State University
"I had a great time. It made me look at America more and think about how we are different and look at positives and negatives. It has definitely made me want to travel more. "
Cynthia F Illinois State University
