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: Senegal
Tentative Dates: June 2025
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: Now Open!
Deadline to Apply: February 7, 2025
Interested? CLICK HERE
Upcoming: Dominican Republic
Education and Culture
Tentative Dates: Winter Break, January 2026
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 September 2025
Upcoming: Ghana
Ghana Education and Culture
Tentative Dates: End of May - mid-June, 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.
Interested? CLICK HERE
London, England
Cancelled
Study Abroad Student Experiences
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?
Amira Nash
Associate Director, Partnerships and Programs
319-467-4809
amira-nash@uiowa.edu