Indiana University - Bloomington
University Information
Indiana University has eight campuses, including core campuses in Bloomington and Indianapolis, and regional campuses in Fort Wayne, Gary, Kokomo, New Albany, Richmond, and South Bend. The Office of Overseas Study, located on the Bloomington campus, facilitates study abroad experiences for more than 2,500 students on all eight Indiana University campuses. Students planning to participate in a non-IU study abroad program should visit overseas.iu.edu/programs/non-iu
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No important dates configured."Having the opportunity to study abroad in Paris, France was truly the chance of a lifetime. The staff at IES truly made me comfortable both with my studies and living in Paris in general. Day to day life in Paris took some getting used to, but after a couple weeks, things like the metro became second nature. Another positive of ..."
Beatrice D Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how to plan more effectively. "
Allison L Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned about other cultures and learned to appreciate other cultures and my home culture more. I learned more about myself in one semester than I could ever imagine. I learned how to navigate foreign cities and tried to bridge language barriers. Studying abroad was the best decision I ever made. "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Absolutely!"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"SO worthwhile. Learned to adapt to the culture around you. Embrace new traditions and new food. Learn problem solving skills when technology isn't available (can't just rely on cell phone data). "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Way too much to put in this box."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Not every country functions and lives like the United States, if I could start over tomorrow I would. "
Andrew F Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned to accept others as well as myself. I can't think of a better moment in my life in which I learned this much about myself. Opening yourself up to other cultures really does teach you something about your own."
Aldar E Indiana University - Bloomington
"I can't even begin to explain the amazing experience I had. I would do everything again in a heart beat. "
Chelsey I Indiana University - Bloomington
"Being abroad is an amazing experience for anyone. You not only learn about the culture of another country, but you learn a lot about how to gain a sense of street smarts and independence which is important no matter where you live. If I could pass on one piece of information, it would be advising students to study in Rome, but N..."
Student - Indiana University - Bloomington
"I gained a better appreciation for my life, I learned about myself, and am overall a better person"
Mitchell A Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how to be on my own. "
Austin E Indiana University - Bloomington
"Yes very! I gleaned much culture and new ways to experience life "
Joseph N Indiana University - Bloomington
"Absolutely worthwhile. I'm getting excited just writing about it because I want to share my experience with as many people who are interested. I applied to the program and decided I was going with a week, so talk about impulse and it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. It was just such a rewarding and eye opening exper..."
Brittany G Indiana University - Bloomington
"Everyone should study abroad. It is a (this is overused) life-changing experience. I will never forget these times I had here with both my American friends as well as the locals. Take chances."
Kelsey O Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned a lot about myself. I learned how to be alone. I learned that I like to learn through experience and exposing myself to real life things. I learned how to step out of my comfort zone. I learned how to ask for help. "
Katie C Indiana University - Bloomington
"how to be independent"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I can not even put into words how much I learned abroad. It is a key growing experience and I hope everyone can experience it. Barcelona is a city like non other. I grew as an adult because I had a lot more freedom and i also grew culturally from traveling to over 10 different countries. "
Jesse Y Indiana University - Bloomington
"Yes vewry. I felt like I really immersed myself in a different culture and adapted to their way of life. I feel like I grew a lot and matured "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned to completely immerse myself in another culture. I adjusted to their way of life and their customs. It was eye opening to see how another culture lives and goes about their daily lives. It was definitely worthwhile and I would do it again and again."
Rachel R Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned a lot about Italy and the cultural differences and I thought that this was worthwhile because I immersed myself in a different culture"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned that I can travel comfortably on my own and adapt to a completely new culture. I definitely became more confident and independent and my horizons were broadened in terms of history and art. It was definitely worthwhile and an experience I think every student should try to take advantage of."
rebecca.sales1 Indiana University - Bloomington
"how to be independent and adapt to another culture"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned how to be more independent and basically taught myself how to live on my own. I also gained friends that I will probably keep in touch with for years to come. I definitely think it was worthwhile"
Student123 Indiana University - Bloomington
"I saw some mind-blowing things, met some great people, and had an overall amazing time in Rome. I definitely learned some things about myself, conquered the challenges of foreign travel, and gained a new perspective on the world. Studying abroad was one of the best decisions I ever made. "
Lucas M Indiana University - Bloomington
