Within departments, students are offered in-course honors experiences, seminars, recital, and internship opportunities. The degree program permits maximum transfer of credit as well as credit earned for individually selected courses, prior learning portfolios, and proficiency examinations. The Individual Studies Program allows students to design and pursue individualized programs of study in areas which are not available at the University. Students enrolled in the Individual Studies Program receive either the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree depending on the program and the requirements of the University General Education Curriculum. Go to Top Travel and Study Abroad Programs Students at WIU may elect to participate in study abroad programs for one semester or for a full year in Australia, Canada, England, Germany, Japan, France, Mexico, Spain, and any of a hundred other locations worldwide.
Courses are available in a variety of majors.
Their location allows special courses in marine biology and outdoor recreation. WIU is affiliated with Denmark's International Study Program which offers students the opportunity to study in Copenhagen, Denmark. This program covers courses in general education as well as several majors. Their summer programs include sessions in international business, biology, and geology. This program is supported by scholarships for WIU and German students who wish to participate in a year of study abroad.