International Opportunities

Are you considering a study abroad opportunity to broaden your educational perspectives and personal view of the world? We hope so!

There are study abroad programs in a number of countries, and a visit to the International Programs Office can provide information for each. If you are looking for an international experience tailored to your major, contact your advisor to discuss what program fits best with your academic plan. Use the resources below to explore the wide variety of opportunities that await you.

Resources

College of Health and Human Sciences International Programs

The College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) International Programs office assists students with international travel programs available at the college level. Visit the CHHS international programs page for more information.

College of Health and Human Sciences International Programs
131 MacKay Hall
2302 Osborn Drive
Ames, IA 50011-1078
515-294-1010
chsintl@iastate.edu

Programs

There are a number of programs to choose from:

  • Some programs let you study and travel for a few weeks, a full semester, or an entire year!
  • There are group programs led by faculty.
  • Regent semester programs let you take a specific set of classes with other U.S. college students or take classes with students from the foreign institution.
  • Exchange programs allow you to pay Iowa State tuition and “exchange places” with a student from a foreign country who wishes to study at Iowa State.
  • Some programs let you complete internships or student teaching, or you may work for a summer in a foreign country.
  • You can also participate in programs organized by other U.S. or foreign schools.