Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
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Go beyond borders and boundaries. Imagine studying art in Oslo, management in Berlin, or film in Florence. That’s just a sample of where IUP students have gone and what they’ve done, enriching their learning and themselves beyond measure. Through IUP’s Study Abroad program, you can immerse yourself in a foreign country, soak up new language and perspective, and come back to IUP with credits that count toward your degree.
You’ll have several different options for studying abroad through our Office of International Education:
* IUP reciprocal exchanges
* International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
* IUP Affiliated organization programs like (Australearn or SAI, CEA, Amizade, AIU)
* Faculty-led programs
* Independently Arranged study
Students - visit IUP’s Study Abroad information sessions in the OIE to get started, and then decide on a destination and how long they want to stay—a summer, a semester, or a year. In many cases, program costs are based on IUP in-state tuition and fees, and students often can use their existing financial aid for the study-abroad program they choose.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Check out IUP's Study Abroad Website for details on tables around campus, informational meetings, and general study abroad happenings!
www.iup.edu/studyabroad
"It was absolutely worthwhile, and I only got 1/3 of my experience. I learned so much about what I want in life, how I relate to the world, and how to navigate an unfamiliar place and unfamiliar situations. I have a strong drive to become bilingual now and a love for Italian food and culture that I wouldn't have thought possible...."
Brianna Adkins Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned about witnessing the world based upon views of different cultures. This helped change how i view the world today and contributed in my personal growth. "
A student Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned that you are very vulnerable in this situation. Something that goes wrong can seem a lot more upsetting than it should be. Also, don't have such high expectations that when you arrive you are disappointed. I wasn't disappointed with the town or the school, just with some locals (especially men) and the students. "
A student Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned a lot about taking care of myself and being 'on my own' (without family + old friends). It was definitely worthwhile. Homesickness sucks but it teaches you how to deal with it since you don't have a choice. I loved experiencing the culture first hand, and living in a place so different from my area at home."
Kayla Kroczynski Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned about the large amount of both similarities and differences between us and other nations, I learned how to communicate with those who do not speak English fluently, and most of all, I learned about myself. Was it worthwhile? YES"
Madison Block Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned to be more independent, adventurous and to enjoy every last second of each day. The days went quick while I was abroad and I did not realize it until those four months flew by and it was already time to come home."
Mary Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned more about different cultures in those 4 months than in my lifetime. I would not trade it for the world and hope to go back in the near future. It was more than worthwhile."
Danielle Moffa Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned that I need to travel a lot more"
Jordan Wang Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I was able to try so many new experiences and see so many new places. I definitely have a much greater respect for different cultures and see the world in a completely different way. 100% worthwhile experience and I wish I wasn't graduating so I could study abroad again!"
Ashley T Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned a lot about myself - how I handle new situations, that I can survive very well on my own in a foreign land, and that people can be wonderful even if they don't speak your language or know your culture."
Michael C Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"Definitely an extremely worthwhile experience. I learned so much about myself and the world and had the opportunity to do so many cool things"
Ashley T Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"I learned how to be more independent while learning the French culture. It was worth my while. "
Trish A Indiana University of Pennsylvania / IUP
"What didn't I gain? I went to another country, and not only learned about another culture and language, but also about myself. I've discovered more about what I want out of life and how I'm going to achieve all of these new goals I have for myself. Worthwhile? Yes. God yes. It was the best experience of my life. "
A student Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"I learned so much about myself during the program while improving my French skills greatly. Studying in Aix-en-Provence was the best decision I have ever made. "
Brooke F Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"I am a competent adult. I really grew up and learned so much about myself. I gained an international understanding of the world. I gained a comprehension that taking the time to just enjoy nature and history is worth more than any type of monetary experience. "
A student Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"Being a part of the Heritage Greece program was undoubtedly an experience I'll tell my kids about. I deeply appreciate, to this day, the opportunity to have traveled and explore the culture I hold so dear, with other Greek-American students."
Christina B Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"I've been able to form life-long friendships with people from literally every corner of this world. I have been exposed to many cultural differences and have learned to accept and respect them. I'm leaving Macau a much better, well-rounded person. It has given me the confidence to chase my dreams and truly believe I can do anyth..."
Andrew B Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"I feel so much more independent and cultured. I traveled throughout other parts of Europe as well. The appreciation of language and cultural differences. I hope to live and work in Spain in the future and have absolutely no doubt in my mind that I will return! Studying abroad is the smartest and best thing I've ever done. I'd do..."
Hollie S Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"I don't consider myself a feminist but I despise the way boys and men treat women in this country. It is shocking how many men don't trust their girlfriends to go places alone or the appalling cat calls a girl receives which walking innocently on the street. At times here I felt more like a piece of meat than I did a real person..."
Gretchen H Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"Yes. Even though the school was very bad, the experiences were very good. We traveled around Europe and you get to meet people from all over the world."
Dylan Édouard K Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"I gained so culutral experience and enjoyed every moment of my time abroad. It has taught me how t be much more respectable toward other cultures. "
Chelsea O Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"I learned how to better talk with people on a human level regardless of personal differences. I learned how to abandon fear when appropriate and venture into new places and situations. Even though some aspects of my experience received only a few stars in my ratings, the overall experience got 5 stars because I was able to learn..."
Rachel E Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"A better sense of the world as a whole and I think better social skills when dealing with people."
Michael V Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"No it was not worthwhile. It was way more expensive that anticipated. I also was very unhappy with the teaching. "
Nathan M Indiana University of Pennsylvania
"YES!"
Jenna B Indiana University of Pennsylvania
