Scholarship Opportunities for Study Abroad
ESPECIALLY RELEVANT TO ECSU STUDENTS
Those which are not highlighted apply to programs which are not specifically approved by
ECSU. Applying to these programs would require taking a leave of absence from ECSU.
Academic Programs International: API Awards $335,000 in scholarships yearly in a variety of programs.
Scholarships are merit or diversity based. http://www.apistudyabroad.com/students/scholarships/
Restrictions: Only open to students participating in an API program
American Institute for Foreign Studies: AIFS offers over $600,000 in scholarships each year for summer or
semester terms based on merit and essay submission. Scholarships are also available for returning students and
minorities.
http://www.aifsabroad.com/scholarships.asp
Restrictions: Only for students studying through an AIFS program
AMIDEAST Education Abroad: Scholarships will be made in the form of a program fee reduction and average
between $500 and $1000 for summer programs, and between $500 and $2,000 for semester and academic-year
programs. In exceptional circumstances, awards of up to $2000 may be made for summer programs, and up to
$5000 for semester and academic-year programs.
http://amideast.org/abroad/about-us/scholarships/scholarships
Restrictions: Only for AMIDEAST Education Abroad Programs in Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco
Antioch Education Abroad: Each year, Antioch University offers one or more scholarships to qualified students who
would otherwise be unable to participate in these programs: Buddhist Studies in India, Japan and Its Buddhist
Traditions, Community Development in Cameroon
http://www.antioch.edu/aea/apply/scholarships-and-financial-aid/
Restrictions: Only available to students studying through Antioch University in one of these three programs
Banks Family Scholarship: This $1000 scholarship is given to a student with a minimum 3.0 GPA as a business
major who is interested in entrepreneurship. http://www.foundationforglobalscholars.org./scholarships
Restrictions: Must be studying through GlobaLinks for a Semester program only; Business majors only
Boren Scholarships and Fellowships: Opportunities are provided for U.S. undergraduate students to study abroad
in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia,
Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Maximum awards are $20,000 for the Boren
Scholarships. http://www.borenawards.org/boren_scholarship
Restrictions: Excludes Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand; Must include a language study
component
Bridging Scholarships for Study Abroad in Japan: The American Association of Teachers of Japanese Bridging
Scholarship recipients receive a stipend of $2,500 (for semester-long programs) or $4,000 (for academic year
programs). Twenty winners are chosen. Undergraduates majoring in any field are eligible. No prior language
required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. In addition, Morgan Stanley Japan will award two $7,500 scholarships for
students interested in economics and finance who will study abroad for a full year.
http://www.aatj.org/studyabroad/scholarships.html
Restrictions: Only for students studying in Japan
British Universities Transatlantic Exchange Association: The BUTEX Scholarship For North American Students
is open to all undergraduate students currently registered at an institution in the USA or Canada. Your study abroad
or exchange place must be for a minimum of one semester. Sixteen scholarships are awarded to North
American students who study abroad at a United Kingdom University that is a member of BUTEX. GlobaLinks
Learning Abroad's UK partners are members of BUTEX, and GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students who will attend a
university in the UK are eligible to apply. http://www.butex.ac.uk/?q=node/99
Restrictions: Only for a UK university or college which is BUTEX affiliated (GlobaLinks)
Cairo University Engineering Travel Grants: Cairo University Engineering Travel Grants are funded by a grant
from the U.S. Department of State. http://amideast.org/abroad/about-us/scholarships/scholarships
Restrictions: Only for students participating in the Summer History of Engineering or the Cairo University Civil
Engineering semester through AMIDEAST Education Abroad Programs . Only students who are eligible for Pell
Grants and Stafford Loans can be considered for these Travel Grants.
CAPA International Education: CAPA International Education has more than doubled the amount of scholarship
money awarded annually to program participants. Each year, thousands of dollars in scholarships will be given to
students who submit application materials demonstrating high academic achievement and financial need. CAPA also
offers access scholarships for students who identify with one or more groups whose representation within the study
abroad community has been unequal to its representation within the United States population.
http://www.capa.org/student-resources/capa-scholarships
Restrictions: Only for students studying through a CAPA-led program.
CISabroad Scholarships: Scholarships for semester, summer, or internship programs. Scholarships are awarded
based on merit and 70% of all CISabroad students receive a study abroad scholarship or grant. Some scholarships
include CISabroad Correspondent , CISabroad Photo Journalist, and CISabroad Green Scholarship.
http://www.cisabroad.com/finances-scholarships/scholarship
Restrictions: CISabroad scholarships are only available to students who participate in a CISabroad program
DAAD – German Academic Exchange: Scholarships are offered to undergraduate sophomore and junior students
from the United States and Canada for short- and long-term study in Germany. Students are eligible for participation
in summer study abroad, internships, senior thesis research, or summer courses at German universities. Long-term
scholarships are available for semester or year study abroad
http://www.daad.org/page/scholarship/index.v3page;jsessionid=2ndahn46840u5
Restrictions: Only available to students studying in Germany. (The primary goal of DAAD funding is to facilitate
transatlantic mobility to Germany for US and Canadian scholars, therefore Germany must be a component of your
intended academic travel.) GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students who will attend a university in Germany may be
eligible to apply.
Diversity Abroad: Diversity Abroad will offer $500-$1000 scholarships each year. Scholarships are available for the
fall, spring, and summer. Economically disadvantaged students, African-American, Asian-American, Hispanic/Latino
and Native-American students are strongly encouraged to apply.
http://www.diversityabroad.com/scholarships
Restrictions: Scholarships are only available for students studying or interning abroad on credit-bearing programs
offered by a DiversityAbroad.com Partner Organization. GlobaLinks Learning Abroad students may be eligible to
apply.
Diversity Abroad / GlobaLinks Scholarship: Diversity Abroad has partnered with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad and
The Foundation for Global Scholars to offer $1,000 scholarships for undergraduate students to study abroad.
Undergraduate students from any community college or four-year college, who will study abroad during the summer,
fall, or spring and meet eligibility are invited to apply. This scholarship specifically targets students who identify as
one of the following: ethnic minority, economically disadvantaged, physical disability, or first generation college
student. http://www.diversityabroad.com/scholarships
Restrictions: Must be going through a GlobaLinks program
Diversity Network: Diversity Network, in partnership with STA Travel, offers summer travel scholarships. For many
students, access to financial aid for the summer term is limited. For around twenty deserving students, the $500
Diversity Network Summer Scholarships will help offset the cost of travel to their host country. Students must meet
grant criteria and participate in a credit-bearing summer research, study, internship, or service-learning/volunteer
abroad program. Economically disadvantaged students, African-American, Asian-American, Hispanic/Latino and
Native-American students are strongly encouraged to apply http://www.diversitynetwork.org/scholarships
Restrictions: Students must be from Diversity Network member institutions (GlobaLinks Learning Abroad)
Foundation for Global Scholars – General Scholarship is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Denver,
Colorado whose mission is to create global citizens and leaders by assisting students in achieving their personal and
professional goals of obtaining cultural and academic experiences abroad. The Foundation will support this mission
by awarding scholarships of $500-$1500 to help enable students to obtain an international experience. Students who
are from underrepresented populations in international education are a priority.
http://www.foundationforglobalscholars.org./scholarships
Foundation for Global Scholars – STA Travel Scholar Award: Funded through the Foundation for Global Scholars
and STA Travel, Inc, this $2500 scholarship is awarded to a student majoring in Photography, Film and Art, Travel
and Tourism, International Business, International Studies or Foreign Language. Recommendation letter required.
The winner will have to blog for STA while they are abroad. http://www.foundationforglobalscholars.org./scholarships
Restrictions: Specific academic major required
Freeman-ASIA Summer Scholarship: Scholarship for students with demonstrated financial need to study in East or
Southeast Asia. Minimum 2.8 GPA is required. This scholarship strives to increase the number of Americans with
first-hand understanding of Asia and its peoples and cultures. Awards of up to $3000 are available for summer
programs. http://www.borenawards.org/news/show/freeman_asia_summer_2012_applications_272
Restrictions: Must be going to East or Southeast Asia
Fund for Education Abroad – General Scholarship: The Fund for Education Abroad is an independent
organization that is committed to increasing the opportunities for dedicated American students to participate in high-
quality, rigorous education abroad programs by reducing financial restrictions through the provision of scholarships.
FEA goals include increasing the number and diversity of students studying abroad, in particular underrepresented
students. Scholarships are up to $5,000 for a semester and $10,000 for a year. Applicants must be US citizens or
permanent residents currently enrolled as undergraduates in US universities/colleges who plan to study abroad for at
least four weeks between September and August of the next year.
http://www.fundforeducationabroad.org/applicants/scholarships/
Fund for Education AbroadHiliary Echo Douglas Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship will be awarded to a
student who demonstrates Hiliary’s love for Vietnam and other cultures, her desire to give back to the world
community, and her contagious love of life. FEA goals include increasing the number and diversity of students
studying abroad, in particular underrepresented students. Scholarships are up to $5,000 for a semester and $10,000
for a year. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents currently enrolled as undergraduates in US
universities/colleges who plan to study abroad for at least four weeks between September and August of the next
year. http://www.fundforeducationabroad.org/applicants/scholarships/
Fund for Education Abroad – Rainbow Scholarship: This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving GLBT
student who aims to participate in a high-quality, rigorous education abroad program. Applicants must meet general
Fund for Education Abroad scholarship eligibility requirements & preferences. Students interested in being
considered for this annual scholarship should indicate this through their application forms.
http://www.fundforeducationabroad.org/applicants/scholarships/
Restrictions: Must be a member of the GLBT community
Future Unlimited: A variety of scholarships are offered by public and private organizations to students wishing to
study abroad in Australia. This website provides an easy to navigate database to help find the right program.
http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/en/ScholarshipSearch
Restrictions: Only for students going to Australia
General Federation of Women's Clubs of Massachusetts: Residents of Massachusetts may apply for these study
abroad scholarships to study for a semester, summer, or academic year abroad. Awards are up to $600.
http://www.gfwcma.org/scholarships.html
Restrictions: Must be a Massachusetts resident.
Gilman International Scholarship: The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship program is sponsored by the
Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State and administered by the Institute of
International Education. This program seeks to lower barriers to undergraduate study abroad by offering scholarships
to students with financial need, and they encourage those underrepresented in study abroad to apply. The award is
up to $5,000 for semester or academic year programs. It aims to encourage students to study in non-traditional
locations. Additional funding (up to $3000 more) is available for students studying Critical Need Languages
http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/Gilman-Scholarship-Program
Restrictions: Must be a recipient of a Federal Pell Grant to apply
ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS: If you are selected as a recipient of a Gilman Scholarship as a
participant on a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad semester/year abroad program, GlobaLinks Learning Abroad
will award you with an additional $500 scholarship. To receive your award, you must provide your program
coordinator at GlobaLinks Learning Abroad with a copy of your Gilman Scholarship award letter.
Glimpse Abroad Correspondents Program: A $600 stipend will be awarded to a talented writer and photographer
between the ages of 18 and 36 who will be studying, working, or volunteering abroad for at least 10 weeks.
Correspondents will submit stories to Glimpse for guaranteed publication and will have support from a team of
professional editors. http://glimpse.org/the-correspondents-program/
GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Scholarships: Available to students studying through GlobaLinks programs
http://www.globalinksabroad.org/study_abroad/scholarships/
Global Studies Grant for Student Travel and Study Abroad: Designed to support foreign language training and
other academic studies abroad, this grant provides supplemental funds for American students who already are
studying abroad under the auspices of an official study abroad program conducted by an accredited academic
institution. The recipient must share this experience with others upon his or her return. The grant is particularly
interested in funding the study of strategically significant countries and languages. Applicants must be US citizens
and currently enrolled full-time and in good academic standing in an accredited secondary or postsecondary
institution. http://www.globalstudiesfoundation.org/ShowContents.cfm?CategoryID=64
GoAbroad.com Scholarship Database: This website offers a list of funding opportunities and scholarships
searchable by country or subject area. http://scholarships.goabroad.com/
Golden Key Study Abroad Scholarship: $1000 Scholarship based on academic achievement and relevance of
study abroad program to major field of study, as determined by the selection committee.
http://www.goldenkey.org/gk/gksite/Scholarships--AwardsListing.aspx?menuid=20
Go Overseas Study Abroad Program Scholarship: Scholarships are awarded each academic year. The award for
each scholarship is $1,000. The Go Overseas scholarship is open to current students who will be enrolled in a study
abroad program during the coming academic year. Recipients must be successfully accepted into a study abroad
program. Applications require a writing sample or video submission. http://www.gooverseas.com/study-abroad
IIEPassport Study Abroad Funding: The Institute for International Education directory has detailed descriptions of
hundreds of study abroad scholarships, fellowships, grants, and paid internships for U.S. Students. You can search
by keyword, scholarship, field of study, or region/country
Visit this site! http://www.studyabroadfunding.org/
International Education Financial Aid: IEFA is the premier resource for financial aid, college scholarship and grant
information for US and international students wishing to study abroad. At this site, you will find the most
comprehensive college scholarship search and grant listings plus international student loan programs and other
information to promote study abroad. http://www.iefa.org/#
InternationalScholarships.com Database: This website provides a list of scholarships specifically for those who
wish to study abroad. http://www.internationalscholarships.com/
Interstudy Scholarship: Each semester, Interstudy awards scholarships in a competitive process based on financial
need and academic merit. Interstudy scholarships range from $250-$1000. All prospective students are eligible to
apply. http://www.interstudy.org/p/17-scholarships
Restrictions: Only for students participating in Interstudy programs
Killam Fellowships Program : $5000 for one semester or $10,000 for one full year of study in Canada offered to
approximately 40 exceptional scholars. Students may participate in the program either as a direct exchange
student (registering at their home university, paying their home fees, and attending the host university as
an exchange visitor) or as a self-placed visiting student (applying for and registering at the host university,
and paying host tuition fees). http://www.killamfellowships.com/programs.html
Restrictions: Only for study in Canada
Kosciuszko Foundation Scholarships for Study in Poland: These scholarships are for students who wish to study
in Poland, either for the semester or the summer. http://www.thekf.org/scholarships/about/
Restrictions: They are available only for students of Polish descent
LIVFund: Learn, Intern & Volunteer in Latin America. LIVFund has been designed for anyone interested in studying,
interning and volunteering in Latin America and who would like to offset program or living abroad costs. LIVFund
awards 24 $500 scholarships annually and accepts applications from candidates coming to Latin America to work,
intern or volunteer independently or through an organized program for any length of time.
http://www.livfund.org/scholarship/what-is-the-livfund-scholarship/
Restrictions: Must be going to a country in Latin America
My Tab: MyTab is the first online travel registry. Family and friends can contribute to the cost of your travel.
https://mytab.co/
New England – China Scholarship Program: These scholarships provide the opportunity for New England college
and university students to spend up to a year abroad in China studying the language, experiencing another culture
and visiting world-famous landmarks. The program through the New England Board of Higher Education provides a
wide variety of Beijing institutions from which New England college and university students can choose.
http://www.nebhe.org/programs-overview/international-study/new-england-china-scholarship-program-2/overview/
Restrictions: Only for Beijing, China programs
Rotary Club Ambassadorial Scholarships: The program sponsors several types of scholarships for undergraduate
students. While abroad, scholars serve as goodwill ambassadors to the host country and give presentations about
their homelands to Rotary clubs.
http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/EducationalPrograms/AmbassadorialScholarships/Pages/ridefault.aspx
Snowdon Awards Scheme: Every year, grants are provided to students who have a physical or sensory disability
and will be studying at a university in the UK. Grants range from £250 to £2,500 and help cover additional costs, like
computers, mobility equipment, or human help that push up the already high costs of being a student.
http://www.snowdonawardscheme.org.uk/grants/index.asp
Restrictions: Must be studying in the UK and have a physical or sensory disability
Spanish Studies Abroad Scholarships: Spanish Studies Abroad awards several scholarships to students
participating in a Spanish Studies Abroad program in Spain, Argentina, and Cuba. Scholarships are awarded based
on diversity or merit. http://www.spanishstudies.org/index.php?id=241
Restrictions: Must be studying through the Spanish Studies Abroad Program
STA Travel Registry -A great way to save and have friends/family help with your travel expenses from STA Travel.
Using this site, others can contribute monetarily to your travel accounts.
http://www.statravel.com/travelregistry.htm
Student Loans Network: These loans that require enrollment verification, but not school certification. Please note
this is a loan program, NOT a scholarship program. http://www.studyabroadloans.com/
Study Abroad Funding: From the Institute of International Education, this database offers an extensive listing of
scholarships. It is very helpful to search by destination country. http://www.studyabroadfunding.org/
United Studies Abroad Consortium: USAC awards more than $350,000 in scholarships each year to help students
with their study abroad expenses. We have a variety of scholarships available for students enrolled in USAC
programs, including general study abroad, Member University, and site specific scholarships
http://usac.unr.edu/moneymatters/financing/scholarships.aspx
Restrictions: Students must be going through a USAC program
World Affairs Forum Scholarship (Stamford, CT): The World Affairs Forum, based in Stamford Connecticut, has
established a scholarship program for deserving university students to encourage study abroad for those interested in
pursuing an international career. The Norman Woodberry Scholarship awards $5000 annually to a student studying
abroad.
http://www.worldaffairsforum.org/education/studyabroad-college.htm
Restrictions: Must be a resident of Fairfield County, CT, or Westchester County, NY and have a B average or better