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
"It was a cool experience, I preferred traveling to staying in the school. "
Nick H Illinois State University
"I feel like I walked away more confident in myself and a better writer and student. "
Lyndsey J Illinois State University
"I learned more about food and how people from other countries behave. It was worthwhile"
A student Illinois State University
"I learned not just about a different culture and country I learned so much about myself. "
Michael S Illinois State University
"it made me appreciate home more than ever"
aleeabowman Illinois State University
"How different cultures are and the amazing friendships and connections you can make in a different country "
A student Illinois State University
"Adult living. International Politics. Worthwhile."
A student Illinois State University
"I learned a lot about myself and other cultures"
A student Illinois State University
"Self-reliance, budgeting, open-mindedness, and how to get out of my comfort zone!"
David D Illinois State University
"In June 2012 I went to Costa Rica for 5 weeks with International Student Volunteers. I decided to travel with ISV because I didn't want to just see the sights, I didn't want to just be a tourist. I wanted to live there, volunteer in the community, learn and speak the language, all while doing more than a tourist does, not just s..."
Sarah C Illinois State University
"I am a completely different and more confident person. Studying abroad broadened my horizons and changed my perspective on so many things. "
A student Illinois State University
"I want to travel more and I cannot wait to start working! Definitely worthwhile!"
A student Illinois State University
"I have learned how people thinking differently from me. It was worthwhile to understand the people there."
Shawn F Illinois State University
"After my experience abroad, I gained so much confidence and want travel again. It was definitely worthwhile and want to tell anybody that is hesitant in going, they need to go. "
jessica.abbinante.5 Illinois State University
"I learned how to live with strangers, travel with friends, and live as an adult."
A student Illinois State University
"It was definitely worthwhile. I learned so much about the Irish culture. It was great to experience it first-hand. Interacting with the locals was very exciting. I was surprised as to how nice the locals were. I learned to be independent and now I know I can go abroad by myself again and I will be okay! "
A student Illinois State University
"confidence, yes"
A student Illinois State University
"I learned more of the culture. I knew a little bit of the language already going in, but it was great hearing and learning the Kansai-ben. I also definitely improve my language overall. It was definitely worthwhile! I feel like a have another family in another country after doing to host family program. I still keep in touch wit..."
A student Illinois State University
"The amount of knowledge I learned is immense. I learned about French civilization, culture, customs, language, european business, political studies, the EU, self image in Europe, and how Europeans think of Americans, all in one month!"
james b Illinois State University
"My abroad experience was AMAZING because I made it amazing. I was constantly put in challenging situations. I met new people. I opened my eyes to the world. I was able to see things I had only dreamed of. "
Caroline F Illinois State University
"This was the greatest experience of my life. I really wish I would have studied abroad earlier, because I would love to go abroad for an entire semester. I learned that I can live in another country if I wanted to. I now feel that if I were to get a job that made me relocate I could, without a doubt, handle the change of environ..."
A student Illinois State University
"For sure worthwhile. I learned a lot about other nations and got a small glimpse at what an average university student is like. I learned so much German, I could have learned more tho."
A student Illinois State University
"Yes it was worthwhile. I learned a lot about the culture of England and really got to experience it. Living with a host family really helped to adapt to the culture. I gained new friends through this experience."
Carol D Illinois State University
"Definitely worthwhile, it was a great way to experience the foreign country firsthand, while being totally submersed in a new and exciting culture. "
Brian M Illinois State University
"I gained a new appreciation for other cultures"
Dillon F Illinois State University
