The Study Abroad Office will help you choose a program to fit your budget. Most of the financial aid for which UIUC students are normally eligible may be applied toward study abroad. Additionally, there are some scholarships for the study abroad that target specific programs or countries. The availability of these scholarships may help determine where you will study abroad. If housing is a major concern of yours, be sure to research the housing options in your program before committing yourself.
Some programs have more than one housing option to meet the needs of all types of students.
Whatever program you choose try to avoid housing that will place you with other American students. Type of program Study abroad programs have been designed to meet the needs of a diverse student body. Programs vary in the amount of structure provided and the degree of integration into the host culture. After thinking about these questions and speaking to your study abroad advisor you will be able to find a program that is right for you.