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STUDY ABROAD
University of Iowa Study AbroadSummer 2019
What is Study Abroad?
• Credit-bearing international coursework
• Counts toward your UI degree• Other options:
• Intern abroad• Research abroad• Service Learning abroad
WHAT?
What kinds of experiences are offered?
• UI Administered Programs• Vetted Affiliate Programs• International Internships• Direct Enrollment &
Exchanges
WHAT?
Academic Expansion
• Fulfill requirements in a different context
• Learn by doing• Expand your options by
taking classes that aren’t offered at UI
• Academic engagement upon return
WHY?
Professional Development
• Stand out from other college graduates
• Gain the experience employers are looking for:• Decision-making• Problem-solving• Organization and prioritization• Working in diverse groups• Communication skills
• In English and/or a foreign language
WHY?
Personal Growth
• Independence • Maturity• Self-confidence• Broad worldview• See home culture from
the outside
WHY?
Global Citizenship
• Enhance awareness of global interconnectedness
• Learn how to collaborate internationally
• Understand culture in context
WHY?
Who can study abroad?
• Students in good academic and disciplinary standing
• Students from all majors can (and do) study abroad• Strict majors just require
early planning (it’s never too early!)
WHO?
Locations:
• UI-sponsored programs in 49 countries from Australia to Uruguay
• We will help you find and participate in a program that meets your needs
WHERE?
Program durations:
• Fall semester• Spring semester• Academic year• Short-term:
• Summer• Winter• Spring Break
• Some students study abroad more than once!
WHEN?
When should you study abroad?
• Traditionally students study abroad during their junior year, but there are advantages to going earlier
WHEN?
Will studying abroad put me behind?
• Actually…• Undergraduate students in
the class of 2016 who studied abroad were 26% more likely to graduate in 4 years than those who did not study abroad.
• How?
WHEN?
Health, Safety and Security
• CISI mandatory health insurance coverage
• UI-sponsored programs are vetted and monitored by our office
• Mandatory pre-departure orientation course
• 24/7 emergency contact if help is needed
Health, Safety & Security
Health, Safety and Security
• Dedicated Staff to health, safety & security• Associate Director• Senior Advisor of HS&S
• Private security monitoring and government connections through the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC)
• Security coverage & support• Plans in place
• Most common – isolated medical cases
Health, Safety & Security
Funding• Federal financial aid is applicable• UI scholarships are applicable, in most
situations • Additional study abroad scholarships:
• Merit (GPA) based scholarships• Need-based grant• Diversity Ambassador Scholarship• Stanley Grants for international
undergraduate research• Program Specific Awards
• Colleges (Tippie/Engineering) • External scholarships:
• Gilman• Boren
HOW?
Family Support
• Support and Challenge• Decision making• Seriousness of purpose• Planning and goal-setting• Discussing finances and
budgeting• Talking about health & safety
• Support while abroad• Do you have any goals for your
student? • We are your partners
HOW?
• It’s never too early• Attend: Discover Study Abroad• Check us out online:
international.uiowa.edu/study-abroad
• Follow us on Facebook @Uiabroad
• Visit International Programs in the Old Capitol Centre today.
Getting Started
Q & A