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General Education Abroad Scholarships

Gary L. Brahler & Kathryn Dix-Brahler Scholarship

Gary L.  Brahler is the Chair of the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Foundation Board. He and his wife Kathryn (Katy) are creating this scholarship to support and encourage students wishing to pursue an educational experience through the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Study Abroad Program. 
The Gary L. Brahler & Kathryn Dix-Brahler Scholarship is only applicable to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University sponsored programs. Applicants will be required to write a personal statement essay. Preference will be given to students that participate in the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Florence program.

Amounts range :$500- $1,000
GPA: 2.0+
Class Standing: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Deadlines: Feburary 1st (Summer), March 1st (Fall & Academic Year), November 1st (Spring & Spring Break)
Contact: Office of Global Education | Education Abroad edabroad@kent.edu

KSU Scholarships: Check with your college advisor and department chair to see if your college offers Study Abroad scholarships. Examples: Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship, Honors, EHHS, Fashion, Architecture and $1,000 MCLS to Costa Rica. 

Lefton Scholarship for Education Abroad
The Lefton Scholarship for Education Abroad will be awarded to students studying abroad. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and must be attending a sanctioned KSU study abroad program. Student must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA. To be considered for the scholarship, individuals must complete the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Online Student Financial Aid Scholarship Application. 
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: May 1 (Fall), December 1 (Spring)
GPA: 3.0+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Open to all
Contact: Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center, Ph: 330-672-6000 

Maggie Anderson Travel Scholarship
The Maggie Anderson Endowment Fund aims to assist talented writing students at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University with writing-related travel expenses. Funds may be used to offset the costs of writer’s conferences, workshops, and readings, as well as to establish exchange programs with other organizations. 
Amounts: $100 - $10,000
Deadline: N/A, Rolling (please submit at least TWO MONTHS before need date)
Class Standing: Freshman (not incoming), SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior, Masters, PHD, EDS
Majors: Open to all majors
Contact: Rachelle Chavez, Ph: 330-672-2067
http://www.kent.edu/wick/maggie-anderson-travel-scholarship

Michelle D. Thomas Study Abroad Fund

Michelle D. Thomas received a Ph.D. from the College of Education, Health and Human Services in the field of Curriculum and Instruction. She has served on the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Foundation Board of Directors. Dr. Thomas is a passionate supporter of study abroad experiences for Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ students.
The Michelle D. Thomas Study Abroad Fund is only applicable to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University sponsored programs. Applicants will be required to write a personal statement essay. 

Amounts range :$500- $1,000
GPA: 2.0+
Class Standing: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Deadlines: Feburary 1st (Summer), March 1st (Fall & Academic Year), November 1st (Spring & Spring Break)
Contact: Office of Global Education | Education Abroad edabroad@kent.edu

Project Passport Fund

The purpose of the fund is to help students who are in need of financial assistance to obtain a U.S. passport. In order to apply for this scholarship, students must be enrolled in a Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ sponsored education abroad program and must meet the eligibility requirements. Students must have a FAFSA on file. Must be enrolled in a KSU sponsored education abroad program and must be a current Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ degree- seeking student. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Contact : Office of Global Education | Education Abroad edabroad@kent.edu

College of Architecture and Environmental Design

The College of Architecture and Environmental Design has a single scholarship application to be considered for 16 different awards. There are specific awards for architecture majors, interior design majors, and awards open to all CAED majors. The application deadline is typically February 15th for the next academic year. For the 2024-2025 year, the application process is planned to be through Scholarship Universe. 

Contact: Amanda Colucci amullett@kent.edu

The CAED Class of 1980 Semester Abroad Endowed Scholarship
For travel to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Florence Campus.
  Annual Amount: $1,500
  Deadline: September/October
  GPA: 2.5+
  Class Standing: Junior 
  Majors: Architecture 

CAED Florence Study Abroad Scholarship 
  Annual Amount: $500
  Deadline: October 1
  Class Standing: Junior
  Majors: Architecture

Charles L. Harker Scholarship in Architecture
This scholarship will be awarded to a full-time undergraduate student for their semester in Florence. It is a merit-based scholarship. The application will be posted on the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ College of Architecture and Environmental Design website. 
Annual Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Not applicable
Class Standing: Freshman (not incoming), SO, JR, SR
Majors: Open to all majors in the CAED

Dave and Tina Larson Architecture Scholarship
Students must be enrolled in Architecture Program. Scholarship is for students participating in Florence Semester Study Abroad Program.
Annual Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Not applicable
Class Standing: Incoming Freshman, Freshman (not incoming), SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior, Masters, PHD, EDS
Majors: Open to all majors in the CAED

The James and Tara Wenger Family Scholarship
The Wenger Scholarship will be awarded each year to a third year Interior Design student who will be studying in Florence with the Interior Design Program and who has met the established criteria.
Annual Amount: $500
Deadline: October 1
Class Standing: JR
Majors: Interior Design

Joseph Morbito Study Abroad Fund 
To support Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University undergraduate students majoring in architecture and planning to attend the Florence study abroad program in the spring semester. 
  Annual Amount: $2,500
  Deadline: October 1
  Class Standing: Junior
  Majors: Architecture 

The Michael Domokur Florence Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to 3rd year Architecture students participating in the Florence Abroad program.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: October 1
GPA: 2.5+
Class Standing: Junior
Majors: Architecture

Studio9one2.com Scholarship
Florence Study Abroad participant. Financial need, academic merit, and community service participation are also factors for consideration of this award. 
  Annual Amount: $500
  Deadline: October 1
  Class Standing: Junior
  Majors: Architecture

College of the Arts

Charles and Betsy Mangin Endowed Fashion Scholarship for International Study
Awarded to a Fashion Design major with a minimum 3.0 GPA and who has been recommended by the Fashion School faculty as a student who has design talent, ability, and commitment to working in the fashion field. The student must be registered to study in Florence, Italy, or approved for another travel/study related program.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: Not applicable
GPA: 3.0+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Fashion Design
Contact: Fashion School, Ph: 330-672-3010

Chester R. Edwards Endowed Fashion Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a Fashion Design student who demonstrates a strong commitment to the Fashion Design program and who wants to further their education by attending a semester abroad in Florence, Italy. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and be accepted into the Florence program. 
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: Not applicable
GPA: 3.0+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR
Majors: Fashion Design
Contact: Fashion School, Ph: 330-672-3010

Judith and Christopher Everett Endowed Scholarship for Fashion Merchandising
This scholarship will be awarded to a Fashion Merchandising major who is in their junior or senior year. Preference given to a student with financial need and who is attending either the NYC Studio or the Florence program. 
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: Not applicable
GPA: 3.0+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR
Majors: Fashion Merchandising
Contact: Fashion School, Ph: 330-672-3010

Karen and Kenneth Conley Endowed Fashion Award for International Study or Internship
This scholarship has been established to provide support to a Fashion Design major to support a school-approved internship or study in the Florence Program or other travel/study program.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: Not applicable
GPA: 3.0+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Fashion Design
Contact: Fashion School, Ph: 330-672-3010

Karen and Kenneth Conley Endowed Fashion Award for International Study or Internship in Merchandising
This scholarship will be awarded to a Fashion Merchandising major either registered for study in Florence or approved for another international travel/study-related program as designated by the director, and confirmed for internship with a fashion-related organization. 
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: Not applicable
GPA: 3.0+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Fashion Merchandising
Contact: Fashion School, Ph: 330-672-3010

Michael and Kelly Phillips Florence Fashion Design Scholarship
Scholarship will be awarded to a Fashion Design student to study in Florence. Student must demonstrate financial need, be a junior or senior with a minimum GPA of 3.0, and must have community involvement, civic engagement, or volunteer leadership.
Annual Amount: $10,000
Deadline: Not applicable
GPA: 3.0+
Class Standing: JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Fashion Design
Contact: Fashion School, Ph: 330-672-3010

Mary K.W. and Marc Hutchinson Study Abroad Scholarship
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University students who are in their Junior or Senior year of study pursuing a degree in Fashion Design and Merchandising and enrolled in a university approved KSU Study Abroad Program are eligible. This scholarship is not renewable; however, Junior year recipients may reapply. Recipients must demonstrate evidence of strong need for financial support through the completion of the FAFSA form, as well as academic success and engagement as expressed through grade point average and involvement in extracurricular activities.
Annual Amount: $2,500
Deadline: January
GPA: 2.5+
Class Standing: JR, SR
Majors: Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising
Contact: Melissa McCoy, Ph: 330-672-0191

Robert Broadbent International Scholarship for Fashion Merchandising
Awarded to four students chosen to participate in the Hong Kong Polytechnic student exchange program and one scholarship for the Paris American Academy summer program. Please apply by completing the Fashion School Scholarship Application.
Annual Amount: Varies, assistance for travel expenses
Deadline: January
GPA: 2.5+
Class Standing: JR, SR
Majors: Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising
Contact: Fashion School, Ph: 330-672-3010

Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship

Dr. Rick Schroath Memorial Fund
This scholarship will be awarded to the winner of the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship Study Abroad Photo Contest. 
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: Not applicable
Class Standing: Incoming Freshman, Freshman (not incoming), SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior, Masters, PHD, EDS
Majors: All majors in the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship
Contact: Theresa Wallace, Ph: 330-672-1292

Robert C. Bingham Memorial Scholarship for Study Abroad 
This award is for tuition and living expenses for study abroad. Preference is given to Economics majors. Minimum 3.25 GPA and demonstrated financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: Rolling 
GPA: 3.25+
Class Standing: Second Semester SO, JR, SR
Majors: Preference is for students with a declared major in Economics. If there are no majors in Economics, the following majors are considered: Accounting, Business Analytics, Business Management, Computer Information System, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, General Business, Human Resource Management, Managerial Marketing, Marketing
Contact: Theresa Wallace  Ph: 330-672-1292

College of Communication and Information

CCI First Passport Fund
Provides first-time passports to students with a strong desire to study or intern overseas and who have demonstrated financial need.
Deadline: Students must apply for passports the same semester they apply for this scholarship
GPA: 2.5+
Class Standing: Freshman, SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior, Masters, PHD
Majors: All CCI Majors
Contact: Miriam Matteson, Email: cciexplore@kent.edu, Ph: 330-672-2950

College of Communication and Information Study Abroad Scholarship
Preference given to those who have not studied abroad before.
Deadline: Rolling
GPA: 2.5+
Class standing: Freshman, SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior, Masters, PHD
Majors: All CCI Majors
Contact: Miriam Matteson, Email: cciexplore@kent.edu, Ph: 330-672-2950

The Feezel Family Scholarship for Global Studies
This scholarship is for School of Communication Studies students interested in intercultural communication and must be participating in a sponsored study abroad program. Student must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA. 
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: Rolling
GPA: 2.5+
Class Standing: JR, SR
Majors: All CCI Majors
Contact: Kelly Schobinger, Ph: 330-672-0172

Terell Wilson Memorial Scholarship Application
Preference given to students who meet some of these criteria: first-generation college student, non-traditional student of at least 21 years of age, African American student, current or former Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Stark Campus student. 
  Class Standing: Freshman, SO, JR, SR
  Majors: All CCI majors
  Deadline: Rolling
  Contact: Miriam Matteson, Email: cciexplore@kent.edu, Ph: 330-672-2950

College of Education, Health, & Human Services

Scholarship Applications are completed through Scholarship Universe.

Cibella Education Scholarship
Intended to support an undergraduate student enrolled in the College of Education, Health, and Human Services. Preference for student(s) associated with a Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University travel abroad program related to a course of study in the field of education. Must exhibit financial need.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 7, 2023
Class Standing: Incoming Freshman, Freshman (not incoming), SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Open to all majors in the College of EHHS

Doody Memorial Fund
Supports students from the Hospitality Management program to fund their study abroad experience. Allowable expenses covered, study abroad costs including room and board, tuition, travel. 
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 7, 2023
Class Standing: Incoming Freshman, Freshman (not incoming), SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Hospitality Management

EHHS Study Abroad Scholarship
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: April 7, 2023
GPA:  2.75+
Class Standing: Freshman (not incoming), SO, JR, SR, Graduating Senior
Majors: Open to all majors in the College of EHHS

Lindquist School of TLC Scholarship for International Study
Scholarship will be awarded to students participating in the Consortium for Overseas Student Teaching program during the semester that they are student teaching. Students must be Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University undergraduate students. Applicants must submit a one-page essay detailing why they want to teach abroad. Preference will be given to students who teach for 12 or more weeks.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: November 1, March 1
GPA: 3.2+
Class Standing: SR
Majors: Early Childhood Education, Earth Science, Integrated Language Arts, Integrated Mathematics, Integrated Science, Integrated Social Studies, Life Science, Life Science/Chemistry, Middle Childhood Education, Physical Science

Honors College 

Gary F. and Cynthia S. Bengier Study Abroad Honors Scholarship 
Awarded to Honors College students participating in a semester or year-long study abroad program. Preference is given to students participating in a Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University program. Based on academic credentials and essay. 
Annual Amount: $1,500
Deadline: March 15
GPA: 3.25+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR
Majors: Open to all
Contact: Theresa Yogi, Honors Scholarship Coordinator, 330-672-2312

Honors College Casale Study Abroad Scholarship
Awarded to Honors College students participating in the Florence Semester. Based on academic credentials and essay.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: March 15
GPA: 3.25+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR
Majors: All majors
Contact: Dean, Honors College, Ph: 330-672-2312

Study Abroad Honors Scholarship 
Annual Amount: $1,000-1,500
Deadline: March 15
GPA: 3.25+
Class Standing: SO, JR, SR
Majors: Open to all 
Contact: Theresa Yogi, Honors Scholarship Coordinator, 330-672-2312

The U.S. Department of State’s is a grant program that enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, thereby gaining skills critical to our national security and economic competitiveness. Must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant as part of their financial aid package.  

Deadline: Usually around March 1 for Summer, Fall and Academic Year. Usually around October 1st for Spring.

beGirl.world National Scholar

This scholarship is for one Black female-identifying undergraduate college student who is enrolled at an accredited college or university in the United States of America, Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands.

Award: $2,000

Deadline: May for the following academic year

Bridging Scholarships

A scholarship from the American Association of Teachers of Japanese. This scholarship is for undergraduate students participating in study abroad programs in Japan. All majors are able to apply, and Japanese language study is not a prerequisite. Programs must be at least 3 months in duration and credits must transfer to your home campus.

Award: $2,500 – Semester. $4,500 Academic-Year program

Deadline: March for following year

Diverse International Women of Color

The Diverse International Women of Color Study Abroad Scholarship is intended to assist women of color who are exceptional in their studies and in need of financial assistance to study abroad.

Award: $500

Deadlines: Summer semester typically in April, Fall semester typically in July, Spring semester typically in November.

Diversity Abroad Overseas Ambassador Scholarship
Economically disadvantaged students, first-generation, students with disabilities, and ethnic and racially diverse students are strongly encouraged to apply.

Award Amount: $500

Deadlines: Nov 1 (Spring), June 1 (Fall) 

First Trip Scholarship

First Trip offers a scholarship to students that will be first-time travelers abroad to a select list of non-traditional study abroad destinations. The organization values international experiences that offer students the chance to immerse themselves in another culture far different from their own.

The primary requirements for the scholarship are 1. that applicants be a first-time traveler abroad, 2. are a student at an accredited U.S. College/University, 3. pursue a program in an eligible destination, 4.  provide an account of your travels upon return. Students are encouraged to submit their applications at least three months in advance of their departure date.

Award: up to $1,500

Deadline: Rolling applications, successful applicants notified within 60 days of submission.

Fredrick Douglass Global Fellowship
A competitive award that covers all costs of participating in a summer study abroad program for students of color that is focused on leadership, intercultural communication, and advancing social justice.

Deadline: February 14 for Summer Programs

Freeman-ASIA
The Freeman-ASIA program is designed to support U.S.-based undergraduates with demonstrated financial need who are planning to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. Award recipients are required to share their experiences with their home campuses or communities to encourage study abroad by others and fulfill the program's goal of increasing understanding of Asia in the United States. Must have applied or have been accepted to a study abroad based program in: Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam. A multi-country program is eligible only if the applicant will spend at least 8 weeks in one of the countries stated above and will have intensive language study during that period.

Award Amount: $3,000- $7,000

Deadline: March

Fulbright U.S. Student Grants
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for individually designed study/research projects, English Teaching Assistant Programs, or Digital Storytelling Fellowships. Review list on webpage of eligible countries. Applications open around April for the following year.

Deadline: October

Fund for Education Abroad 
Includes both general and dedicated scholarships for specific and all regions, including Vietnam, Mexico, France, 
Germany, and LGBTQI students Rainbow Scholarship. Four-week minimum program. FEA gives preference to 
students with demonstrated financial need and strongly encourages students to apply who represent a group that is 
traditionally underrepresented in education abroad. These groups include, but are not limited to: first-generation 
college students, minority students, and community college students.

Award Amount: $1,250 - $10,000

Deadline: Fall semesters – January, Spring semesters - September  

Going Abroad Scholarship

A general study abroad scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students open to any U.S. Citizen who is enrolled full-time at an accredited institution of higher learning.

Award: $1,500

Deadline: Fall Semester March 15^th, Spring Semester October 15^th

International Design and Furnishing Association
View a list of scholarships for majors in interior design or related design furnishings program. Applications accepted each year between March 1 and March 31. 

Award Amount: $1,000-$3,000 

National and Local Corporations/Industry Affiliations: Who do your family members or friends work for? Many companies award scholarships to employee dependents. Are your parents in a union, trade or business association? These groups often award scholarship as well. Research the Fortune 500 Companies- many have philanthropy foundations that provide money for educational purposes. 

Ohio International Consortium (OIC) - Donald N. Nelson Scholarship
Open to Ohio resident degree-seeking undergraduate students attending a full semester program. Preference is given to first-time study abroad applicants studying in a non-English speaking country and taking courses in the native language of the host country.  

Deadline: May 1, 2023 (Fall 2023 and Award Year); December (Spring semester programs)

Award Amount: $1,500 

Ohio International Consortium (OIC) – George C. Burke Scholarship for Summer Study Abroad
For an Ohio resident who is a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student from an Ohio International Consortium member school. Be at least a rising sophomore with a minimum 3.0 GPA. The selected student must return to the home campus for at least one semester, during which the follow-up project will be completed. Be accepted into an accredited study abroad program that has been approved by the home school. Programs must be at least four weeks in duration. Preference is given to first-time study abroad applicants. 

Annual Amount: $1,000

Deadline: March 15

Ohio International Consortium (OIC)- Scholarship for Short-Term Summer Study Abroad 
For an Ohio resident who is a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student from an Ohio International Consortium member school. Be at least a rising sophomore with a minimum 2.5 GPA. The applicant must be participating on an accredited study abroad program that has been approved by the home school. Programs must be between 5 and 20 days in duration and take place during the academic year, starting after the beginning of fall semester and ending before the start of summer semester. Applicants must be embarking on their first college-level study abroad experience. GPA: 2.5+, Class Standing: SO 

Award Amount: $500

Deadline: January

Ohio International Consortium (OIC)- Outstanding International Student Award
Student must be nominated by the International Office at their institution. Student must be full-time, currently enrolled, on non-immigrant student visa (F-1, J-1, M-1). Graduate students working on their thesis or dissertation are eligible. Student must be on schedule to graduate in spring, summer, or fall of the year they are applying. 

Annual Amount: $1,500

Deadline: May 1^st

The National Italian American Foundation Scholarship Program 
To be considered, student must have a parent, grandparent, or guardian who is a member of NIAF, and have at least one ancestor who has immigrated from Italy. GPA: 3.5+

Award Amounts: $2,000 - $12,000 

Deadline: March 1

Scholarship Opportunity for Globally-Minded Leader 
Award Amounts: $5,000
Class Standing: Graduate student studying abroad in Europe (Fall 2023)
Deadline: May 15, 2023
Contact: info@educations.com

Tortuga Backpacks Scholarship 
Annual Amount: $1,000 and 1 Outbreaker Backpack
Deadline: April 15 (Fall Term), November 15 (Spring Term)
   

The Toshizo Watanabe​ Study Abroad Scholarship Program

he Toshizo Watanabe Endowed Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to Japanese and American undergraduate and graduate students pursuing study abroad program or international study in either the United States or Japan.

Students must be enrolled in a program at a university in Japan for a semester or longer program. Must demonstrate financial need for international study. Preference is given to applicants who meet the following criteria. applicants who have been raised by a single parent or an orphan. First in family to attend or graduate from college (i.e., first-generation), Applicants without international study experience or experience living abroad.

Award: Variable

Deadline: Applications typically open in January and close in February for the following academic year.

American University in Cairo

The American University in Cairo offers some scholarship opportunities undergraduate and graduate students. Scholarships are based on what type of courses you are pursuing while at AUC.

Award: Varies

Deadlines: Summer – May 1. Fall – May 15. Spring – November 1.

ISEP Accessibility Scholarship

The ISEP Accessibility Scholarship is designed to assist students placed in an ISEP

program who do not have sufficient funds to cover the upfront costs of studying abroad. You are eligible for this scholarship if you are from an ISEP Member or Affiliate Institution and have demonstrated financial need.

Deadlines: April 1 (Fall/Award Year), October 15 (Spring)

ISEP Africa for All Scholarship

ISEP is proud to serve our members in Africa by encouraging student participation in our broad array of programs across the continent. The ISEP Africa for All Scholarship is intended to make these programs more inclusive and accessible to students attending HBCUs and heritage-seeking students.

Deadlines: April 1 (Fall/Award Year), October 15 (Spring)

ISEP Community Scholarship

You are eligible for this scholarship if you are from an ISEP Member or Affiliate Institution and have demonstrated financial need. The ISEP Community Scholarship supports our mission of extending access and affordability to all students within the ISEP Community.

Deadlines: April 1 (Fall/Award Year), October 15 (Spring)

ISEP Founders Scholarship

The ISEP Founders Fellowship focuses on language learning in a host culture. You are eligible for this fellowship if you attend an ISEP Member Institution and have demonstrated financial need.

Deadlines: April 1 (Fall/Award Year), October 15 (Spring)

ISEP French and German Language Annette Kade Fund Scholarship

You may be eligible for this scholarship if you are a student at one of ISEP’s Member or Affiliate Institutions in the U.S. and are planning to study in French or German at an ISEP host institution in , , ,  or . These scholarships are available to students with demonstrated financial need and an expressed interest in learning French or German while studying abroad.

Deadlines: April 1 (Fall/Award Year), October 15 (Spring)

Blakemore Foundation
Blakemore Freeman Fellowships are awarded for one academic year (two semesters or three quarters) of advanced level language study in East or Southeast Asia. Eligible languages are Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indonesian, Khmer, Thai, and Vietnamese. Only for specific language programs, see website for full list of programs. Proposals may be submitted if a program does not exist in a country already. Superior candidates pursuing careers in fields such as academia, STEM (science, technology, engineering, math), international business, accounting, law, medicine, journalism, architecture, teaching, social or NGO work, and government service are encouraged to apply. Fellowships cover tuition and a stipend for related educational expenses, basic living costs, and transportation.
Deadline: December 30

Boren Awards for International Study 

Boren Scholarships -For U.S. undergraduate student study

abroad                                                                                                                                                Boren Fellowships – For U.S. graduate student research and Language study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, 
and the Middle East. Preference is given to academic year abroad students. The program focuses on geographic areas, languages, and fields of study deemed critical to U.S. national security. 
Award Amounts: $8,000 for Summer (limited to STEM students only, program must be minimum of 8 weeks); $10,000 for semester; $20,000 for academic year 
Deadline: February
    

Critical Language Scholarship
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully-funded summer overseas language and cultural immersion program for American undergraduate and graduate students. With the goal of broadening the base of Americans studying and mastering critical languages and building relationships between the people of the United States and other countries, CLS provides opportunities to a diverse range of students from across the United States at every level of language learning. 
Languages: Arabic, Azerbaijani, Bangla, Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Swahili, Turkish, and Urdu. 
Deadline: November 15

AUSTRALIA

Australian Government Education Office
Database of scholarships for students who want to study in Australia.
 

AUSTRIA

Austrian Centre for International Cooperation & Mobility
List of scholarships for students and researchers who want to study in Austria.
 

EASTERN EUROPE & EURASIA

American Councils for International Education Research Fellowships
With funds from the U.S. Department of State (Title VIII), American Councils administers several major grants for independent, overseas policy relevant research in the humanities and social sciences as well as language training. In recent years, American Councils scholars have conducted independent research in Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Tajikistan, and Ukraine. Grants are available for graduate students, Ph.D. students, faculty, and post-doctoral scholars.

FRANCE

Campus France
Database of scholarships and grants for study in France.

Cultural Services French Embassy in the United States
List of study abroad scholarships and research grants for travel to France.
 

GERMANY

Delta Phi Alpha
Several study abroad scholarships to support undergraduate Delta Phi Alpha Members who are planning to study abroad on an accredited program in a German-speaking country.

Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst/German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Here you can find information on various kinds of DAAD funding for students, graduates and postdocs as well as on funding offered by other selected organizations.
 

JAPAN

Bridging Scholarship: 
Award Amount: $2,500 for a semester; $4,000 for an academic year 
Deadline: March 
   

Japanese Government Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Scholarship
Offers research, undergraduate, Japan studies, teacher training and professional training scholarships to U.S. citizens living in Michigan and Ohio through the Japanese Consulate in Detroit.
 

JASSO Student Exchange Support Program (Scholarship for Short-term Study in Japan)
Information on Short-term Study stipends and scholarships for Japanese institutions
Deadline: Rolling

NEW ZEALAND

Education New Zealand
The official government site for advice on studying abroad in New Zealand. Scholarships can be searched for by student’s nationality and major. 

POLAND

The Kosciuszko Foundation
Scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students of Polish descent at a variety of sites in Poland.

SCANDINAVIA

American-Scandinavian Foundation 
The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) is a publicly supported, nonprofit, organization that promotes international understanding through educational and cultural exchange between the U.S. and the Nordic countries. Grants and fellowships are available for graduate students studying in Scandinavia (Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, Norway). 

American Women’s Club in Sweden (AWC)
The AWC Scholarship Foundation was created in 1982 by the late Dr. Jesse Lokrantz, an esteemed member of the American Women’s Club in Stockholm. The purpose of the scholarship is to facilitate study for American citizens at accredited Swedish universities and/or to facilitate study of AWC members or their children at an accredited university in the United States. Both female and male applicants are welcome. Applicants must be American citizens. Applications typically accepted between February 1–March 31 for the following academic year.

The Norway-America Association
The purpose of the scholarships is to provide financial support for Americans to study in Norway. By supporting post-graduate study or research in areas of mutual importance to Norway and the United States we hope to bring the two countries closer. Applicant must be an American citizen, planning to study/or currently studying in Norway. Scholarships are only for full time graduate level studies, both exchange and whole degree in Norway. 

Sons of Norway
The Sons of Norway Foundation awards approximately 25 scholarships to promising students each year. These programs promote cultural exchange and support higher education to help students follow their dreams.
 

SOUTH KOREA

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) Program
The Exchange Student Support Program offers financial support for selected international exchange students at partner universities in Korea. The grants cover the expenses for accommodation, transportation, and insurance.

TAIWAN

Study in Taiwan 
Database of scholarships for students who want to study in Taiwan.

TURKEY

Turkish Coalition of America
The Turkish Coalition of America provides up to 100 scholarships per year for students of the following backgrounds: African American, Armenian American, Bosnian American, Filipino American, Hispanic American, Macedonian American, Native American. These scholarships are awarded to eligible undergraduate and graduate students who have been accepted to a language program or university study abroad program in Turkey, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), or Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH).
 

UNITED KINGDOM

Association of American Study Abroad Programmes United Kingdom (AASAP/UK)
In 2012 AASAP/UK launched the Lord Acton Memorial Scholarship for study abroad students coming to the UK. Lord Acton was AASAP/UK’s first Honorary President, serving in this capacity from 2006 until his untimely death in 2010. His professional career included work as a banker, barrister, human rights campaigner, writer and politician. He sat in the House of Lords as both a life and hereditary peer on the Labour benches. He was a champion of international educational and cultural exchange and offered invaluable assistance and guidance to AASAP/UK.
 

British American Chamber of Commerce (BACC) - Study in the UK 
For undergraduate students planning a semester or short-term study in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland or Wales. 
Award Amount: $2,500-$3,500 
Deadline: Between March 1 and March 31
Contact: The Office of Global Education at EdAbroad@kent.edu 

BUTEX Scholarship 
Each year, BUTEX (British Universities Transatlantic Exchange Association) awards a number of scholarships to students studying abroad for either a semester or for a whole academic year. The value of each scholarship is £500 and will be paid to the winners once they have arrived and registered at their host university. The Scholarship is open to all undergraduate students who are affiliated to a BUTEX Full Member institution.

Chevening Awards
Chevening is the UK Government’s international awards scheme aimed at developing global leaders. Funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organizations, Chevening offers two types of award – Chevening Scholarships and Chevening Fellowships – the recipients of which are personally selected by British embassies and high commissions throughout the world. Chevening Awards are aimed at graduates who have already acquired some work experience.
 

Marshall Scholarship
Graduate scholarship for post-undergraduate students wanting to study at a U.K. institution in any field of study.
Annual Amount: Varies
Deadline: October
GPA: Undergraduate 3.7+
Class Standing: Current and incoming Master’s students
    

North America Wales Foundation
The Foundation provides scholarships and bursaries to recipients whose applications promote cultural or educational links between Wales and north America.

Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships
Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships is a program of scholarships offered by the Scottish Government in collaboration with Scottish universities in the areas of science, technology, creative industries, healthcare and medical sciences, and renewable and clean energy. The program offers up to 50 awards, each worth £8000, towards tuition fees for any one year of full-time study on a postgraduate master’s program at any of Scotland’s higher education institutions. Scholarships are available to citizens of the following countries: Canada, China (including Hong Kong), India, Japan, Pakistan and USA. 
 

API Study Abroad
Provides scholarship databases, and general advice on funding your study abroad experience. 
    

CollegeScholarships.org - General Search Engine - Search by Major 
-Women’s Scholarship – Deadline: Varies  
-Blogging Scholarship – Deadline: Varies 
-Minority Scholarship – Deadline: Varies 
USE WEBSITE HOMEPAGE TO SEARCH BY ANY MAJOR!

IIEPassport Study Abroad Funding
Free online database of study abroad scholarships, fellowships, and grants.

SallieMae Scholarship Opportunities
Create an account that matches your profile to relevant scholarships
Deadline: Varies
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Scholarships.com
Sign up for free profile and they find scholarships that match you 

Scholarships for Development
Scholarships for Development is a database of international scholarships that are open to students from developing countries and international students in general.
 

Study Abroad Scholarships
Provides a database with access to various study abroad financial aid websites.