Offering experiential learning across the United States and around the world
Why Study Away?
The program provides students personal growth, cultural immersion, and academic enrichment opportunities. It allows students to gain new perspectives, develop independence, and build valuable skills for their future careers, broadening and enriching their horizons and educational experiences.
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Benefits by the Numbers
Higher Earnings
Students who studied abroad earned an average of $4,159 more in their first job—a 6.3% salary boost.
Employability Skills
90% of alumni say studying abroad was important to their personal and professional development.
Career Impact
50% of study abroad alumni say that their program had a very or extremely important influence on their career path.
The Forum on Education Abroad. (2025) Education Abroad: The Career Catalyst. www.forumea.org
Application Deadlines
| Deadline | Description |
|---|---|
| February 15th | Priority EngageU Application Deadline Program Terms: Summer, Fall and Spring |
| February 17th (by noon), 2026 | Donor-Funded Institutional Scholarships Application Deadline Program Terms: Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 |
| March 1st | Extended EngageU Application Deadline Program Terms: Summer and Fall |
| September 1st | National Student Exchange EngageU Application Deadline Program Terms: Spring Semester |
| October 1st | Exchange and Independent Program EngageU Application Deadline Program Terms: Spring Semester |
Deadlines are subject to change and may be earlier than listed in the table above.
Contact Study Away
Office of Engaged Learning - Study Away
One University Plaza | Brookens Library BRK 383
Springfield, Illinois, 62703-5407
sap@uis.edu • 217-206-6640
Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
