The College of Education is known for its engagement across the globe. This dedication to studying abroad is exemplified through research, collaborative international teaching experiences, and community service.
The College of Education is pleased to support the ongoing study abroad and global engagement of its community through a variety of programs. More recently, the college seeks to expand its opportunities to travel and learn abroad. By studying abroad, our students can better understand who they are in the world, can forge new relationships built on mutual goals of peace and equity, and can bring their experiences in the world to their classrooms and future work as educators. The global education and study abroad initiatives through the College of Education offer experiential learning courses and experiences around the globe.
Travel and Study Abroad
Upcoming: Ghana
Ghana Education and Culture
Tentative Dates: June 3-17, 2026
The College of Education sponsors a 15-day summer course in Ghana designed to provide students with an international experience. Students explore teaching issues through class room visits, guest lecturers, and field trips.
The application process is open Jan. 1 -- Feb. 3
Upcoming: Iceland
Iceland Education and Culture
Tentative Dates: July 9-16, 2026
Following the Spring 2026 EDTL:4096:0008 course: The Iowa Idea at Great Heights: Iceland Solar Eclipse High-Altitude Ballooning Project, this zero s.h. course will travel to Iceland for one week. Students majoring in art, art education, engineering, the sciences, and science education who will have completed the Spring 2026 EDTL:4096 course are invited to apply.
Applications open NOW through November 19, 2025
Upcoming: India
India Education and Culture
Tentative Dates: Winter Break, Dec. 2026-Jan. 2027
Applications open August 2026
Program description coming soon!
Interested? CLICK HERE
Upcoming: Dominican Republic
Education and Culture
Tentative Dates: Winter Break, January 2027
Travel to Santo Domingo to teach English and learn about the education ecosystem in a middle-income developing country. You will learn about formal and non-formal educational opportunities, the public school system, and barriers and opportunities for development in the DR. This 3 s.h. course will be offered for elective credit.
Applications Open August 2026
Interested? CLICK HERE
Upcoming: Senegal
Tentative Dates: June 2027
Travel to Dakar, Senegal to be introduced to francophone Africa. You will explore of variety of schooling and curricular models and will be immersed in cultural and community-based learning. You will learn about Senegalese history, society, culture, and educational institutions.
Applications open January, 2027
Interested? CLICK HERE
Study Abroad Student Experiences
Current K-12 Educators
Canada Global Education Initiative for K-12 Educators
Outdoor Education in Saskatchewan, Canada: A Global Education Initiative for K-12 Educators
Consider participating in the University of Iowa College of Education's Outdoor Education in Saskatchewan, Canada: Global Education Initiative for K-12 Educators! The program will run June 6-13, 2026.
During this week-long study abroad, K-12 educators will travel to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan for a week of collaborative outdoor learning experiences with teachers from the Saskatoon School District who teach in nature-based schools. This experience includes two days of observation, discussion, and reflection on teaching methods. The experience will culminate with a 3-day camping trip at a natural area outside of Saskatoon. The itinerary will include 2-days of individual time to explore the sites, cultural attractions, and adventures offered in the Saskatoon area.
The cost of the trip that will be billed to you is $1,280 for a single room or $880 for a double room. This cost includes the program fee, lodging, travel insurance, and airport pick up in Canada at the YXE airport. Airfare, meals, transportation to the YXE airport for departure back to the US, and bus fare are not included. More details of airfare and travel to the Canada will be discussed with participants.
Interested in participating? Click here to apply for the Canada trip!
The application window is December 19, 2025 - January 15, 2026.
Questions? Email amira-nash@uiowa.edu or jay-gorsh@uiowa.edu
News
In the news: Art Education student featured by UI’s International Programs
Mawuena Morgan, a third-year art education and art major who is studying this winter on the Women's Empowerment in the Dominican Republic program, was the recipient of a Global Access Ambassador Scholarship.
Growing Global
The College of Education’s Global Education Initiatives continue to strengthen existing partnerships and create new opportunities for students and faculty, including programs in Costa Rica, Finland, Ghana, the UK, Japan, Kosovo, and Norway, among other collaborations.
International education leader lauded
Alumna Amira Nash, a doctoral student focusing on teaching and learning: literacy, culture, and language education, and associate director of partnerships and programs in the Baker Teacher Leader Center, is a recipient of the 2023 Global Student Award.
Questions? Contact:
Amira Nash
Associate Director, School Partnerships & Global Education Initiatives
319-467-4809
amira-nash@uiowa.edu