Friday, March 9, 2012

Study Abroad Options for Summer & Fall 2012

Now is the perfect time to consider studying abroad during the summer and fall terms of 2012! Use your spring break wisely to research options, talk to friends, family, advisors, and financial aid about how studying abroad right for you. We have made studying abroad possible for everyone regardless of their major, minor, family background, or financial status, so really, What Are You Waiting For? (see the attachments for more details including cost and program summaries, or simply click on the links below).


Why Study Abroad Office programs you might ask?

  • Low Cost: Many programs cost as much or less than the cost of studying at Illinois.
  • Range of languages: Many programs are offered in English with the opportunity to learn local languages such as Spanish, Italian or Portuguese. 
  • Resident Director/Faculty Leader: An Illinois representative lives abroad with you for support.
  • Illinois Students: There will be other Illinois students on your program with you.
  • Familiar Academic System: Many programs have classes structured similar to Illinois classes.
  • Flexible GPA: These programs provide extra support and thus can accommodate many GPAs.
  • Housing: Live with a host family or with other Illinois students in an apartment or residence hall.



Upcoming Deadlines for Study Abroad Office programs


Deadline: March 16:


Deadline: March 26



Deadline: April 1:

Deadline: May 1:


Deadline: June 1: