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
"Yes I couldn´t have loved it more I gave up a lot to come here but it was really worth everything and I am dreading going home"
maria4 Illinois State University
"absolutely, I live in France full time now so it gave me the confidence and skills I needed to fully immerse."
Michael G Illinois State University
"I will forever be a traveler and I've gained nothing but confidence and drive to continue my journey"
Jennifer D Illinois State University
"I learned a lot about myself and others. "
Deema S Illinois State University
"certainly"
Danielle P Illinois State University
"This experience was one that I will never forget. There is never another time in your life that you are able to leave your own country and explore so many others in such a short period of time. Not even many adults can say that they've been to Italy or Spain, let alone left the country! I have made lifelong friends from this exp..."
Jill J Illinois State University
"Definitely! I have encouraged my entire family to do it when they are in college. One thing i can say is that although I believed to have great knowledge about different cultures, one can never stop learning. I was able to visit other countries and learn of their culture too! You are not limited to the country you visit."
Melissa T Illinois State University
"Yes, I plan on travel after college."
ldkraus Illinois State University
"This was the best decision of my life. I'm so happy with my experience. I encourage other to go to Hong Kong"
Jon G Illinois State University
"Yes, I am very glad I chose to study abroad because I don't think I every could have fully understood what it was like to live in a different culture without experiencing it."
Lisa P Illinois State University
"YES! "
Devin5 Illinois State University
"great city, great host mom, great travel, pretty good school, pretty good classmates, decent program (CEA)."
Monika S Illinois State University
"YES"
Angie M Illinois State University
"YES YES YES. I am so much more aware of myself and I loved every minute of it."
Molly c Illinois State University
"I think I became much more worldly, mature, and responsible. I think this experience will really help me as a bilingual education major and teacher."
Lindsay H Illinois State University
"Yeah."
Phillip M Illinois State University
"I gained an insight into another culture that I had never experienced before and it made me want to continue to travel the world in the future."
Erin R Illinois State University
"I definitely want to travel to Europe again and go to countries I did not get the chance to travel to. "
Darcy P Illinois State University
"With whatever good or bad happens its still an adventure of a lifetime and i would never trade it for anything. Dont hesitate to think about going."
Erin R Illinois State University
"Besides the language, i grew up as a person. I learned to open my eyes, grow up a little, be more confident, etc. It made me a better person."
Michael J Illinois State University
"Yes. I believe you should come back from your host country with new understanding of yourself and what type of role you'd like to play with the community around you. "
Kyle O Illinois State University
"I learned so much and I am so thankful and grateful that i got the opportunity to do this program!"
Mike D Illinois State University
"I think it was one of the best things I could have ever done for myself. I changed a lot for the better. My views on the world have expanded and I feel I am much more open to things."
Erin R Illinois State University
"Yes. It truly is something that I would recommend all students to do. "
Carson K Illinois State University
"i gained a new view on the world"
Victoria P Illinois State University
