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Award Amount: $500
The VISA (Visa Initiative Student Assistance) stipend provides $500 to help cover visa-related expenses for University of Arizona students studying abroad on eligible Arizona International programs. This stipend is intended to reduce financial barriers and make international experiences more accessible.  

Eligibility

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Must require a student visa to participate in an eligible study abroad program that does not offer a batch visa option through the Study Abroad office.
• Must be committed to a for-credit, in-person Arizona International Study Abroad program that is faculty-led, exchange, or is at an Arizona Abroad Location
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Programs that do not require student visas, programs with batch visa processing (e.g. UA Barcelona, UA Madrid, Spanish in Alcala, UA Rome, UA Florence & Conservation Field Studies: Namibia), non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), fully funded programs, virtual programs and non-credit student travel abroad.

How to Apply

• Students can apply for the VISA stipend directly in their Via application of eligible Study Abroad programs.
• Students must upload an estimated budget of visa-related costs. Budgets provided should reflect reasonable and research-based estimates.
• The deadline to submit this form depends on the term you will be abroad. Students should apply early for the best chance of being selected.
  • Summer: Mar. 15
  • Fall and Academic Year: May 15
  • Spring, Spring Break, Winter and Calendar Year: Nov. 15 

Terms and Conditions

• This stipend is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• This stipend is exclusively for expenses required to obtain a visa for study eligible programs. Visa waivers (e.g., ETIAS, ESTA) or other immigration-related fees are not eligible for this funding.
• If an awarded student withdraws from their study abroad program, the scholarship will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to the student’s Bursar account before study abroad program charges are due. Funds may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Students who receive the Garcia Family Foundation for Study Abroad Scholarship are ineligible to receive the VISA Stipend.
• Students may only receive this award once.
• Students receiving this award will be asked to participate in post-program feedback, promotional materials or events to help inform and inspire future study abroad students.

Award Amount: $500
The Explore Award is designed for students participating in short-term study abroad programs such as spring break or winter session. This award supports students eager to broaden their worldview through brief yet impactful global experiences.

Eligibility

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Must be applying or accepted to a for-credit, in-person Arizona International Study Abroad short term program (e.g. Spring Break or Winter Session)
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Semester Programs, Summer Programs, Non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), fully-funded study abroad programs, virtual programs and non-credit student travel abroad.
• Preference is given to students who are not receiving other Arizona International Study Abroad funding.

How to Apply

• Students can apply for the Explore Award directly in their Via application of eligible Study Abroad programs.
• Applicants will be required to submit a short essay as part of the application process.
• The priority deadline to submit the application to the Explore Award is Nov. 15 for both Winter and Spring Break programs. Students should apply early for the best chance of being selected.

Terms and Conditions

• Students may not receive the Explore Award and the Garcia Family Foundation Scholarship. If you are eligible for both, you will automatically be awarded whichever scholarship provides the higher funding amount.
• There are a limited number of awards available each term. Submission of an application does not guarantee selection.
• This award is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• If an awarded student withdraws from their study abroad program, the scholarship will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to the student’s Bursar account after Study Abroad program fees are posted and before study abroad program charges are due. Funds may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Students may only receive this award once.
• Students receiving this award will be asked to participate in post-program feedback, promotional materials or events to help inform and inspire future study abroad students.
   

Description

This scholarship provides up to $7,000 to support University of Arizona students with financial need who plan to participate in for-credit University of Arizona Study Abroad programs. Funding is awarded directly to qualified students to help offset the cost of eligible study abroad programs.

Award Amounts: Up to $7,000 depending on the need and cost the study abroad program.

Eligibility

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Must be applying or accepted to a for-credit, Arizona International Study Abroad program that is faculty-led, exchange, summer research, internship program or is at an Arizona Abroad Location.
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), fully funded programs, virtual programs and non-credit student travel abroad.
• Must have demonstrated financial need which may be based on:
  • Current FAFSA on file and/or
  • Current participation of U.S. Federal or State governmental assistance programs (e.g., SNAP, WIC, unemployment, Medicaid, AHCCCS, etc.) and/or and/or
  • Current employment with an expected significant loss of income during the year
• Preference is given to:
  • First-generation college students.
  • Students who are first-time international travelers.

How to Apply

• The application for the Garcia Family Foundation Scholarship for Study Abroad Scholarship will be available as part of eligible study abroad program applications. Click here to discover your program options. Students will be required to complete a short form for the purpose of identifying and supporting students who are seeking financial support to study abroad.
• The priority deadline to submit the application form in Via TRM depends on the term students will be abroad. Applications for the Garcia Family Foundation Scholarship for Study Abroad are reviewed on a rolling basis and some students may be notified of award before the priority deadline. Students are encouraged to apply early, as funding is limited.
• Priority Deadlines:
  • Summer: March 1
  • Fall and Academic Year: April 15
  • Spring, Calendar Year, Spring Break and Winter: October 15
  • If funding is available after these priority deadlines, awards will continue to be made until all funds are distributed. 

Terms and Conditions

• Funding is limited by term. Scholarship decisions are made based on demonstrated financial need, eligibility and preference factors outlined above. Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee funding.
• Scholarship is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• If a selected student withdraws from their study abroad program, any scholarship funding awarded will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to students’ Bursar account before study abroad program charges are due and may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Each student may be granted this award a single time; repeat awards are not permitted.
• If you are eligible for the Garcia Family Foundation Scholarship for Study Abroad and are also awarded any of the following awards — the Achieve Award: High Merit & Employed Student Scholarship, the Discover Award: Internship or Research Abroad Scholarship, or the Explore Award: Short Term Program Scholarship — you will only be able to receive one award. In these cases, you will automatically be awarded whichever scholarship provides the higher funding amount.

The USA2Holland Internship Grant supports low-income U.S. college students and recent graduates in pursuing internships in the Netherlands. Eligible applicants must be at least 20 years old, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and receive a Pell Grant or demonstrate significant financial need. The program offers two tracks: the Summer Internship Track (up to 90 days) and the Career Internship Track (up to 6 months). Grant recipients may receive up to $10,000 total, including a $1,500 monthly stipend and $1,000 travel reimbursement. Applicants must secure or actively apply for an internship with a Dutch host organization and provide supporting documents, including a transcript, resume, recommendation letter, and proof of financial need.

The GRDI Scholarship & Scholars Program is designed to empower individuals passionate about global education, intercultural leadership, and community development. This is initiative values diverse perspectives in forstering transformative change. 

As a GRDI Scholar, you will:

• Receive financial support for study, travel, internship abroad, or domestic intercultural programs.

• Gain access to mentorship and networking opportunities with global leaders.

• Engage in community interaction and leadership development.

• Join a movement committed to building a more just and equitable future.

For over 42 years, Renee Griggs put her heart and soul into advocating for all students who expressed an interest in studying abroad at the University of Arizona. During her career in the field of international education, Renee provided guidance and support to over 7,000 students as they prepared to study abroad.

The Renee Griggs Study Abroad Award was established in 2022 to honor Renee’s ongoing commitment to expanding access and removing barriers for University of Arizona students pursuing study abroad opportunities. This scholarship celebrates Renee’s impact by helping make global experiences possible for more students, opening the door to life-changing journeys around the world. Award amount will be $1000 eligible to be used towards Fall or Academic Year Study Abroad Programs.

The UA Study Abroad Office will automatically determine your eligibility for the Renee Griggs Study Abroad Scholarship upon committing to an eligible study abroad program and does not require an additional application.

Eligibility

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Must be applying or accepted to a Fall or Academic Year Arizona International Study Abroad program that is faculty-led, exchange, or is at an Arizona Abroad Location.
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Summer Programs, Spring or Calendar Year Programs, Non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), fully-funded study abroad programs, virtual programs and non-credit student travel abroad.
• Must have a current FAFSA on file for the academic year of application.
• Priority given to students who are recipients of needs-based aid such as: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Subsidized Student Loan, or Federal Work Study or need-based institutional grants such as the University Grant, Arizona Assurance or Achievement Award
• Preference is given to:
  • First-generation college students.
  • Students who are first-time international travelers.
  • Arizona Resident students.
  • Students who were not awarded other financial needs based Study Abroad scholarships.

How to Apply

• This award does not require an additional application beyond the Arizona International Study Abroad program application in Via.
• Eligibility will be determined automatically upon commitment to an eligible study abroad program.

Terms and Conditions

• This award is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• If an awarded student withdraws from their study abroad program, the scholarship will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to the student’s Bursar account before study abroad program charges are due. Funds may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Students may only receive this award once.
• Selected students will be asked to send a digital thank you postcard or narrated short video to Ms. Renee Griggs from their time abroad.
• Students receiving this award will be asked to participate in post-program feedback, promotional materials or events to help inform and inspire future study abroad students.

The Renee Griggs IAU Travel Award was established in 2023 through generous support from the Institute for American Universities (IAU) to recognize Renee Griggs’ 42 years of dedicated service and her ongoing commitment to expanding access and removing barriers for University of Arizona students. The award is intended to empower and encourage students to participate in study abroad opportunities and experience the transformative impact of a global education. One Renee Griggs IAU Travel Stipend in the amount of $500 will be awarded in Fall, Spring, and Summer academic terms. University of Arizona Study Abroad will automatically determine your eligibility for the Renee Griggs IAU Travel Stipend upon committing to the following Institute for American Universities (IAU) programs:  UA Barcelona Semester or Summer, UA Madrid, UA Florence or UA Aix-en-Provence.

The UA Study Abroad Office will automatically determine your eligibility for the Renee Griggs IAU Travel Award upon committing to an eligible study abroad program and does not require an additional application.

Eligibility 

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Currently applying to one of the following University of Arizona Study Abroad programs:  UA Barcelona Semester or Summer, UA Madrid, UA Florence or  UA Aix-en-Provence.
• Must have a Traveler profile on Via, which is the platform where study abroad applications are hosted.
• Must have a current FAFSA on file for the academic year of application.
• Priority given to students who are recipients of needs-based aid such as: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Subsidized Student Loan, or Federal Work Study or need-based institutional grants such as the University Grant, Arizona Assurance or Achievement Award
• Preference is given to:
  • First-generation college students.
  • Students who are first-time international travelers.
  • Arizona Resident students.
  • Students who were not awarded other financial needs based Study Abroad scholarships.

How to Apply

• This award does not require an additional application beyond the Arizona International Study Abroad program application in Via.
• Eligibility will be determined automatically upon commitment to an eligible study abroad program.

Terms and Conditions

• This award is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• If an awarded student withdraws from their study abroad program, the scholarship will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to the student’s Bursar account before study abroad program charges are due. Funds may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Students may only receive this award once.
• Selected students will be asked to send a digital thank you postcard or narrated short video to Ms. Renee Griggs from their time abroad.
• Students receiving this award will be asked to participate in post-program feedback, promotional materials or events to help inform and inspire future study abroad students.

Award Amount: $500

Professor Donna Swaim was “a revered teacher and mentor whose 50-year University of Arizona career stretched broadly across campus, from humanities to medicine to athletics, and included trips to dozens of countries for student study abroad.” Donna Swaim led one of the first University of Arizona study abroad programs 1979 and that was only the beginning! During her career at the U of A, Professor Swaim led students on 24 trips abroad that spanned over 36 countries. This Study Abroad Award was established to Honor Professor Donna Swaim’s legacy, dedication, and service and to encourage students to participate in international experiences.

The Study Abroad Office will automatically determine your eligibility for the Donna Swaim Travel Scholarship upon committing to an eligible study abroad program and does not require an additional application.

Eligibility

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Must be applying or accepted to a summer Arizona International Study Abroad program that is faculty-led, exchange, summer research, internship, or is at an Arizona Abroad Location (Preference given to students on Faculty-led programs).
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Semester programs, Full Year Programs, Non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), fully-funded study abroad programs, virtual programs and non-credit student travel abroad.
• Must have a current FAFSA on file for the academic year of application.
• Priority is given to study abroad students who demonstrate financial need and who were not awarded other financial needs based Study Abroad scholarships.

How to Apply

• This award does not require an additional application beyond the Arizona International Study Abroad program application in Via.
• Eligibility will be determined automatically upon commitment to an eligible study abroad program.

Terms and Conditions

• This award is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• If an awarded student withdraws from their study abroad program, the scholarship will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to the student’s Bursar account before study abroad program charges are due. Funds may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Students may only receive this award once.
• Students receiving this award will be asked to participate in post-program feedback, promotional materials or events to help inform and inspire future study abroad students.

University of Arizona graduate and Study Abroad alumna Allison Feldman passed away at 31 years old. Her family and friends created an endowment in her name to memorialize her transformative study abroad experience in Alcalá de Henares, Spain, in 2004. Her father encouraged Allison to study abroad, and says she returned to the U.S. more confident, excited about life, and a fluent Spanish speaker. He and Allison’s mother, along with close friends, hope to honor her memory by providing study abroad opportunities to deserving University of Arizona students. Award amounts vary (minimum amount is $500), eligible to be used towards spring semester or calendar year study abroad programs.

The UA Study Abroad Office will automatically determine your eligibility for the Allison Feldman Memorial Scholarship upon committing to an eligible study abroad program and does not require an additional application.

Eligibility

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Must be applying or accepted to a Spring semester or Calendar Year Arizona International Study Abroad program that is faculty-led, exchange, or is at an Arizona Abroad Location.
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Summer Programs, Fall or Academic Year Programs, Non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), fully-funded study abroad programs, virtual programs and non-credit student travel abroad.
• Must have a current FAFSA on file for the academic year of application.
• Priority is given to study abroad students who demonstrate financial need and were not awarded other financial need based Study Abroad scholarships.

How to Apply

• This award does not require an additional application beyond the Arizona International Study Abroad program application in Via.
• Eligibility will be determined automatically upon commitment to an eligible study abroad program.

Terms and Conditions

• This award is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• If an awarded student withdraws from their study abroad program, the scholarship will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to the student’s Bursar account before study abroad program charges are due. Funds may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Students may only receive this award once.
• Students receiving this award will be asked to participate in post-program feedback, promotional materials or events to help inform and inspire future study abroad students.

The Gilman Application Towards Opportunity (GATO) Award is a $750 scholarship for University of Arizona students who submit a complete and eligible application to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, regardless of whether they are selected for the Gilman Scholarship itself. Applying for national scholarships takes time and effort, and this award recognizes and encourages students to apply for big opportunities to help make their study abroad goals more accessible.

Eligibility

• Must be a currently enrolled, degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing.
• Must be applying or accepted to a for-credit, in-person Arizona International Study Abroad program that is faculty-led, exchange, summer research, internship program or is at an Arizona Abroad Location.
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), fully-funded study abroad programs, virtual programs and non-credit student travel abroad.
• Must have a current Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and be Pell Grant eligible for the academic year of application to the Arizona International Study Abroad program and the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship.
• Must meet the eligibility requirements to apply for the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship or the Gilman McCain Scholarship
• Must have submitted a complete and eligible application to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship by the national deadline.
• Must have a Traveler profile on Via, the platform in which study abroad applications are hosted

How to Apply

• Students who meet the eligibility criteria and submit a complete, eligible Gilman Scholarship application by the national deadline will automatically receive this award, regardless of Gilman award status.
• Eligibility will be determined automatically upon commitment to an eligible study abroad program.

Terms and Conditions

• This award is dependent on commitment to and completion of an eligible Arizona International Study Abroad program.
• If an awarded student withdraws from their study abroad program, the scholarship will be revoked.
• Award funds will be disbursed to the student’s Bursar account before study abroad program charges are due. Funds may be applied toward any outstanding balances.
• Students may only receive this award once.
• Students receiving this award will be asked to participate in post-program feedback, promotional materials or events to help inform and inspire future study abroad students.