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Loyola Chicago students participating in a variety of ISI trips.

Student Info & Application

2025-2026 Program Details

Info Sessions

You must attend an info session before applying to ISI. If you missed the info sessions and you're interested in applying to ISI, please email Chaplain Justin Hoch.

Application Process

Online applications must be submitted by October 23 at 11:59 PM (Spots are limited and not guaranteed). After submitting the application, applicants will sign up for group interviews. Students will be notified of their trip placement by the end of the fall semester. All ISI small groups will meet 3-4 times before their trip to build community, learn about their partner organization and immersion destination, and reflect on their experiences together. 

The online application found here requires the upload of the following items. The short answer questions can be found here. 

  • ISI Application PDF Form (one document that includes the following forms which must be signed):‌  
    • ISI Agreement and Release 
    • ISI Financial and Personal Agreement 
    • ISI Health & Safety Guidelines 
    • ISI Health Disclosure (2 pages) 
  • Photocopy or photo image of photo page of passport or REAL ID (clear, unobstructed photos taken from mobile devices are okay) 

Financial Commitment

Fundraising Goals:

  • 1-Week Trip: $1,000
  • 10-Day Trip: $1,100
  • 12-14-Day Trip: $1,250
  • 3-4-Week Trip: $1,500

Other financial considerations:

  • Vaccinations ($0-$400, depending on the trip & your health insurance)
  • Passport or REAL ID
  • Snacks, souvenirs, & personal purchases in country

Scholarships are available to those otherwise unable to participate. You can apply for a scholarship within the ISI application.

Student fundraising contributions can be made here.

2025-2026 Program Details

Info Sessions

You must attend an info session before applying to ISI. If you missed the info sessions and you're interested in applying to ISI, please email Chaplain Justin Hoch.

Application Process

Online applications must be submitted by October 23 at 11:59 PM (Spots are limited and not guaranteed). After submitting the application, applicants will sign up for group interviews. Students will be notified of their trip placement by the end of the fall semester. All ISI small groups will meet 3-4 times before their trip to build community, learn about their partner organization and immersion destination, and reflect on their experiences together. 

The online application found here requires the upload of the following items. The short answer questions can be found here. 

  • ISI Application PDF Form (one document that includes the following forms which must be signed):‌  
    • ISI Agreement and Release 
    • ISI Financial and Personal Agreement 
    • ISI Health & Safety Guidelines 
    • ISI Health Disclosure (2 pages) 
  • Photocopy or photo image of photo page of passport or REAL ID (clear, unobstructed photos taken from mobile devices are okay) 

Financial Commitment

Fundraising Goals:

  • 1-Week Trip: $1,000
  • 10-Day Trip: $1,100
  • 12-14-Day Trip: $1,250
  • 3-4-Week Trip: $1,500

Other financial considerations:

  • Vaccinations ($0-$400, depending on the trip & your health insurance)
  • Passport or REAL ID
  • Snacks, souvenirs, & personal purchases in country

Scholarships are available to those otherwise unable to participate. You can apply for a scholarship within the ISI application.

Student fundraising contributions can be made here.