International Learning Experiences
The UIC College of Nursing offers a variety of study abroad programs through our Global Health Leadership Office. The office helps UIC Nursing students and faculty acquire global perspective on matters of health and nursing.
All UIC Nursing students who intend to travel internationally for any academic purpose (including but not limited to a Study Abroad program, conference presentation, dissertation research, or clinical experience) are required to contact the Global Health Leadership Office well in advance of their travel plans.
Nursing Faculty-Directed Study Abroad Programs—Summer 2023 Heading link
General Information Handout—Summer 2023
Nursing Faculty-Directed Study Abroad Programs—Summer 2023 Heading link
Rwanda: Global Maternal and Child Health in Rwanda
- Open to all UIC Nursing pre- and post-licensure students in good academic standing. Of particular interest to Midwifery students.
- Information Session Recording (Nov. 4, 2022)
- Information Session Handout
- Roundtable Discussion (Nov. 1, 2022)
Spain: Culture and Health in Spain
- Open to all UIC health sciences students (all degree levels) in good academic standing
- Information Session Recording (Nov. 4, 2022)
- Information Session Handout
Saint Kitts – Nevis: Disaster Preparedness and Global Health in the Caribbean
- Open to all UIC students (all degree levels and all majors) in good academic standing
- Information Session Recording (Nov. 4, 2022)
- Information Session Handout
Reflections on Study Abroad Experiences Heading link
Learn more about international learning experiences through the written accounts of UIC Nursing students who took part in past study abroad programs.
UIC Study Abroad Office (SAO) Heading link
Supports a number of other international opportunities which may be of interest to Nursing students. To learn more, visit the SAO website. Note: while international experiences provide significant learning and personal growth opportunities, an individual program may not meet a specific Nursing degree requirement. Students should include their Nursing advisors early in the planning process.