Christchurch-IES

• This is an IU Co-Sponsored Program
• Semester Program at the University of Canterbury (14,000 students) through IES Abroad

• Full range of university courses, including strong programs in biology, ecology, geography, public health, speech and hearing sciences, natural sciences, and media studies
• University of Canterbury and IES Abroad provide extensive on-site orientation programs, offering visits to local landmarks and informational sessions on such topics as safety and security, cultural adjustment, and politics and current affairs

Course Load

• 15-19 IU credits (60-76 University of Canterbury points)
• Optional, unpaid 3-credit internship
  • ~8-10 hours/week
  • Placements in a variety of disciplines, including the arts, museums, media, non-profits, and sustainability

Course Equivalencies: Please see the Christchurch-IES course equivalency list for program enrollment requirements and a list of IU course equivalencies that students have received in the past.

• Program Website
• Getting Started Handbook
• Diversity, Identity, and Accessibility Resources

• University of Canterbury

• Private bedroom in shared student apartments

You may apply if you:

• are an undergraduate student at any Indiana University campus who is making normal academic progress
• are in at least your third full-time semester of college
• have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA

Students must have a passport valid for six months beyond program's end date.

Students must be able to demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and self-reliance.

Complete eligibility criteria and selection criteria are outlined within the Academic Policies and Procedures of Education Abroad. Selection is based on maturity, seriousness of purpose, and appropriateness of match between program and applicant. Students on disciplinary probation during program period are ineligible.

Fall 2024

Spring 2024

Financial Aid and Scholarships:

• IU scholarships, grants and loans applicable to program costs with some exceptions. Please carefully check these exceptions before you commit to a program.

• IU Scott C. Schurz Study Abroad Scholarships of $2,500-$5,000

• IES Abroad guaranteed aid of up to $7,000 (semester) or up to $3,000 (summer) based on confirmation of official FAFSA Expected Family Contribution. See details. Also see IES Abroad Scholarships and Aid available.

Please see our financial aid page for general information and links to additional scholarship opportunities.