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."I gained more than I can put here. This was my first time away from home. Away from everything that was familiar to me. It was really hard for me to adjust at first, but now I know that I have grown a lot as a person because of this experience. It was most worthwhile. Even if my Japanese didn't improve at all I have no regr..."
lindsey.e.wilson.3 Indiana University - Bloomington
"It did end up setting me back a semester from graduating, but it was so much fun that I don't mind and it was very worthwhile. I'm not sure I learned a lot of new things about being abroad because I had already lived for a year in another country before I went to Australia. I gained an experience that I will cherish :). "
Kathryn F Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned to be more patient with myself, my studies, and my situation. Living in Amman presented a set of challenges that forced me to get out of my comfort zone in a way that I may not have had in another city. I'm glad I went."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I advanced my learning skills and language skills."
James L Indiana University - Bloomington
"I gained a better sense of self, and surprisingly a greater appreciation for the States. In learning about another culture, you find out what you like and dislike about your own. Also, it opened my mind to a lot of new ideas. You also get to meet people that you would never have the opportunity to meet otherwise. "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"It was the greatest experience I have had the opportunity to do. I loved being able to meet people from all over America who were in the program with me, as well as the French students and international students at Skema. "
jphead Indiana University - Bloomington
"Beyond language and culture, that there are some things that transcend language, and you can feel at home in places where you don't understand what's being said. It was definitely worthwhile."
Rachel S Indiana University - Bloomington
"Being abroad is always a great experience. It is definitely more worthwhile than a semester at home. "
Jeff G Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned about the Italian culture and life lessons. 100% Worth while"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Interdependency. It was worthwhile. "
Anna L Indiana University - Bloomington
"The obesity issue in America is a very real thing. I also learned that Americans are loud, obnoxious and impatient compared to other cultures."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned to become a bit more independent, and to see how other cultures live. Definitely worth it"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"It was incredible, most of my learning however was done outside of the classroom"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"It was beyond worthwhile, it was an amazing time. I learned so much about different cultures as well as learning a lot about myself"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned valuable skills about living and thriving in different environments while adapting to new cultures. It was absolutely worthwhile. "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned to appreciate life and relax and go with the flow. It was the best experience of my life and I wish I could go back and start again!"
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned that people are the same no matter where they're from, but at the same time, Korean people are also still very different from American people...but learning about it and understanding it was amazing and I'm so glad I got to know so many people so well. And now I think I can use Korean if I need to, and it's enough to g..."
Cassie H Indiana University - Bloomington
"It's hard to really explain what I gained, but I know that I am a better person. I am more accepting, more cultured, and I feel like I have grown up about 10 years! It was so worthwhile.... it was the perfect amount of time and I can't wait to go back in the future."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Definitely worthwhile "
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I met a lot of very interesting and fun people that taught me a lot during the courses. I enjoyed traveling through Europe and seeing new places. I gained a new appreciation for Spain and it's culture. It was definitely worthwhile because it was an experience I'll never forget. "
asiegaleisman Indiana University - Bloomington
"I gained not only language skills, but the confidence to use them with anyone. I gained a lot of independence while over there. I had been exposed to other cultures before, but my semester gave me a whole new perspective on the world and made me want to make a difference. I also gained a lot of new friends from my program."
Rocío R Indiana University - Bloomington
"Indescribable experience. I would go back in a heartbeat."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned that Spain is very underrated and every day I wish that I could go back."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
"Learning a new language and having friends all around the world is a unique and rewarding experience"
Michael D Indiana University - Bloomington
"I learned a lot about the Spanish culture through my classes. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Indiana University - Bloomington
