Illinois ACES Study Abroad

09/02/2026

24 hours until the ACES Study Abroad & RSO Fair! Curious about Study Abroad or learning more about Registered Student Organizations? You'll have the opportunity to explore 40+ programs in the College of ACES. There will also be free lunch from Shawarma Joint and the opportunity to win a $500 scholarship!

Date: September 3, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: ACES Funk Library

08/27/2026

One week until the ACES RSO and Study Abroad Fair! Stop by to talk to Study Abroad Alumni and Faculty. Free lunch from Shawarma Joint will be available along with chances to win $500 Study Abroad scholarships‼

📆Date: Thursday, September 3rd
⏰Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
📍Location: ACES Library (Study Abroad), ACES Quad (RSOs)

08/25/2026

🚨One week left! 🚨

Thinking about studying abroad over winter break, spring break, or the spring semester? Don't wait — I4I & IIP scholarship applications are still open and are due on Tuesday, September 1 at 11:59 PM CST!

The scholarship is open to any undergrad Illinois student attending an Illinois-approved study abroad program. The essays are a big part of your I4I and external scholarship applications — we highly recommend getting them reviewed before you submit! The Writers Workshop offers weekend drop-in hours!

Apply now! ✈✈✈
Visit: https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/
Writers Workshop: https://writersworkshop.illinois.edu/

08/19/2026

Some of our favorite days of the year are when we get to meet our new international exchange students! Welcome to campus and to the ACES family!! 🧡💙

08/04/2026

📣Student Spotlight📣Animal Science student and Study Abroad Ambassador, Essence Bartlett, is participating in the Summer Study and Intern Program at Chungnam National University in South Korea! Essence shared a bit about her experience so far:

"I've truly had an unforgettable summer here in South Korea. I've met so many amazing people from all over the world, learned more about Korean culture, tried so many delicious foods, and experienced things I never thought I would. Some of my favorite memories include attending the Waterbomb Festival, learning how to play a traditional Korean instrument, and exploring different cities and attractions. Overall, this experience has been incredibly rewarding, and I'm so grateful for everything I've had the opportunity to do."

This program is open to students in any major and includes an optional two-week research internship if you would like to get experience in a lab setting.

You can learn more about this program at app.studyabroad.illinois.edu or by emailing [email protected].

07/23/2026

Around the world 🌍, fall semester is already kicking off! Here is Bennett Ammer who is doing the Study and Intern program in Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦! Bennett will be taking classes at the University of Cape Town and completing an internship throughout the semester. Good luck and have the best time, Bennett!

06/03/2026

✈STUDENT SPOTLIGHT✈

Teresa Gutierrez, an ACES alumna, participated in a short-term study abroad program through NRES 385/ANSC 398 - Wildlife Conservation & Habitat Management in South Africa!

Teresa’s Testimonial:
“The experiences I had not only enhanced my understanding of conservation practices and wildlife biology, but also significantly influenced my future career aspirations. Having the opportunity to collaborate with conservationists who are super passionate about this line of work, and observe the effects of this kind of work up close and firsthand has definitely strengthened my commitment to finding sustainable solutions when it comes to conservation policy work. I will be forever grateful to my instructors and classmates for this amazing experience, and will cherish all of the ways I’ve grown in such a short period of time.”

Interested in studying abroad? Learn more about different programs and apply at https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/

05/27/2026

✈Student Spotlight✈

Cesar Ramos, a Senior in Animal Sciences, participated in a short-term study abroad program through ANSC 398 - Avian Care and Conservation in New Zealand!

Cesar’s Testimonial:
“ I had a great time in New Zealand and will forever appreciate this opportunity. This program strengthened my passion for veterinary medicine, and I look forward to exploring conservation and pathology in my future career.”

Interested in studying abroad? Learn more about different programs and apply at https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

✈STUDENT SPOTLIGHT✈
Katherine Wondrasek, first-year student majoring in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, participated in a first year study abroad experience over winter break through ACES 298 - Service-Learning and Sustainability in Ecuador!

Katherine's Testimonial:
"My time in Ecuador is one that I will never forget. When I first heard about the program, I was intrigued by the sustainability aspect of it and by the idea of immersing myself in a new culture. I had never been outside of the United States before this trip, but I never imagined that I would be coming home having made an entirely new family, both out of the people in
Ecuador as well as my classmates."

Are you an incoming first-year ACES student and interested in study abroad? Consider registering for ACES 298 Ecuador during New Student Registration!