MIU has a cooperating school relation ship with Central College in Pella, Iowa. The cost for participation varies with each program, and the total costs will be somewhat higher than for the MIU programs, but the student's federal and state financial aid, as well as any student loans, can be applied. Student acceptance to the Central program is facilitated through the MIU International Study Program office. Language requirements vary, depending on the site. Credit is granted for those who enroll in the preparatory courses, or students can join the group as a travel-only experience.
Similar trips conducted through travel companies usually cost two or three times as much.
If included as part of a student's spring enrollment, financial aid provided for study can also be applied to the trip. There is no language requirement.