External Scholarships

https://fundforeducationabroad.org/apply/

The Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) invests in deserving U.S. undergraduates who are least likely to study abroad. FEA considers financial need, demographic factors, and academic plan and preparedness to decide scholarship recipients.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All, BIPOC, Demonstrated Financial Need, First Abroad, First-Generation College Student, LGBTQ+ Students, Native American Students, Pell Grant Recipient

Deadline(s): February 5, 2025

https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/

The US Dept. of State’s Benjamin Gilman International Scholarship is a grant program that has been successful in supporting students who have been historically underrepresented in education abroad, including but not limited to first-generation college students, veteran students, ethnic or racial minority students, students with disabilities, and students attending minority-serving institutions. Scholarship amounts range from $100-$5,000 depending on need and expense of Study Abroad program chosen.

There are 2 Gilman application cycles; one closes in March and one closes in October. See which cycle you should apply for here: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/applicants/deadlines-and-timeline/

All eligible students who successfully complete an application to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship will also receive a $500 Gilman Application Award from Arizona International Study Abroad towards a future international experience on an eligible study abroad program (eligible programs include Faculty-led, Exchange or Arizona Abroad Locations)! 

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: Demonstrated Financial Need, Pell Grant Recipient

Deadline(s): March 6, 2025

https://www.quadfellowship.org/

The Quad Fellowship is an initiative of the governments of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. Announced by the Quad partners on September 24, 2021, this first-of-its-kind scholarship program is designed to build ties among the next generation of scientists and technologists. The Quad Fellowship is operated in consultation with a non-governmental task force composed of academic, foreign policy, and private sector leaders from each Quad country. The Institute of International Education (IIE), a global not-for-profit organization that manages many of the world’s most prestigious scholarship and fellowship programs, administers the fellowship. 

• The Quad Fellowship offers a unique combination of financial benefits, cross-cultural exchange, networking, and programming.
• Each Quad Fellow will receive a one-time stipend of $20,000 to be used for academic expenses.
• During the Fellowship, Quad Fellows will have the opportunity to network and engage in programming with accomplished minds in STEM, government, and society.
• Upon graduation from the Quad Fellowship program, Senior Fellows will join a growing alumni network dedicated to advancing innovation and research for positive social impact. 

Country:

Academic Level: Graduate

College:

Intended Recipient:

Deadline(s): March 3, 2025

https://aises.org/scholarships/

AISES Scholarship is intended for Native American students participating in a study abroad program that supports the completion of their STEM degree. Eligible students may be able to utilize this scholarship towards their study abroad program costs. 

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: Engineering, Medicine, Science

Intended Recipient: Native American Students

Deadline(s): Varies

https://www.amscan.org/fellowships-grants/grants-and-awards-for-americans/

Fellowships/Grants to American students to study abroad in Scandinavian countries.

Country: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Varies

https://www.archaeological.org/grants

The AIA supports archaeologists, their research and its dissemination and the ethical practice of archaeology. Fellowships for travel and study to deserving scholars and a number of scholarships and grants for students available.

Country: All

Academic Level: Both

College: All, Anthropology, Classics, Humanities

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Varies

https://www.borenawards.org/

Boren Scholarships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide funding opportunities for US undergraduates to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All, Foreign Language Studies

Deadline(s): Early February

https://expandingboundaries.org/programs/passport-scholarship-application/

This scholarship is intended for students who are applying for their first ever U.S. passport. Applicants must be ready to apply for a passport within two months of accepting the offer and funds. 

Country: All

Academic Level: Both

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Varies

https://www.butex.ac.uk/scholarships/

Each year BUTEX awards a number of scholarships to students studying abroad for either a semester or for a whole academic year in the UK.

Country: United Kingdom

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Mid June

https://clscholarship.org//apply

The CLS Program is an intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. The program includes intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed

Country: United States

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: Foreign Language Studies

Deadline(s): Mid November

https://fundforeducationabroad.org/news/fund-education-abroad-introduces-schola…

Cyril Taylor Charitable Foundation (CTCF) to fund scholarships for American students to study in the United Kingdom. The named scholarship will fund both academic-year scholarships of up to $10,000, full semester scholarships of $5,000, and summer scholars

Country: United Kingdom

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Early November

https://www.daad.org/en/find-funding/undergraduate-opportunities/university-sum…

This program provides students with scholarships to attend a broad range of three- to four-week summer courses at German universities which focus mainly on German language and literary, cultural, political and economic aspects of modern and contemporary Ge

Country: Germany

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: German Studies, Humanities

Intended Recipient: Graduate, Undergraduate

Deadline(s): Early December

https://diwcfund.org/diwc-scholarship/

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.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All, BIPOC, Women

Deadline(s): November for Spring, March for Summer, June for Fall programs

https://www.etruscanfoundation.org/programs/fieldwork-fellowship/

The Etruscan Foundation Fieldwork Fellowship is designed to support participation in field schools or archaeological fieldwork at Etruscan and indigenous sites of non-Greek Italy from the Neolithic through the 1st Century BCE.

Country: Italy

Academic Level: Both

College: All, Anthropology, Classics, Humanities

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Mid- February

https://www.iie.org/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.

Country: Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Republic of, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Macao, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Province of China, Thailand, Viet Nam

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Early March

https://www.acstudyabroad.org/fulbright-hays/

Advanced Russian Language & Area Studies Program (RLASP) provide fellowships for advanced overseas Russian and Persian language study.

Country: Russian Federation

Academic Level: Both

College: Russian & Slavic Studies

Intended Recipient: Graduate, Juniors, Seniors

Deadline(s): Feb. for Summer, Mar. for Fall, Oct. for Spring

https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/

The US Dept. of State’s Benjamin Gilman International Scholarship is a grant program that has been successful in supporting students who have been historically underrepresented in education abroad, including but not limited to first-generation college students, veteran students, ethnic or racial minority students, students with disabilities, and students attending minority-serving institutions. Scholarship amounts range from $100-$5,000 depending on need and expense of Study Abroad program chosen.

All eligible students who successfully complete an application to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship will also receive a $500 Gilman Application Award from Arizona International Study Abroad towards a future international experience on an eligible study abroad program (eligible programs include Faculty-led, Exchange or Arizona Abroad Locations)! 

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: Pell Grant Recipient

Deadline(s): Early October & Early March

https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/

The US Dept. of State’s Benjamin Gilman International Scholarship is a grant program that has been successful in supporting students who have been historically underrepresented in education abroad, including but not limited to first-generation college students, veteran students, ethnic or racial minority students, students with disabilities, and students attending minority-serving institutions. Scholarship amounts range from $100-$5,000 depending on need and expense of Study Abroad program chosen.

There are 2 Gilman application cycles; one closes in October and one closes in March. See which cycle you should apply for here: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/applicants/deadlines-and-timeline/

All eligible students who successfully complete an application to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship will also receive a $500 Gilman Application Award from Arizona International Study Abroad towards a future international experience on an eligible study abroad program (eligible programs include Faculty-led, Exchange or Arizona Abroad Locations)! 

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: BIPOC, Demonstrated Financial Need, First Abroad, First-Generation College Student, Foreign Language Studies, LGBTQ+ Students, Native American Students, Pell Grant Recipient, Student Veterans, Undergraduate

Deadline(s): October 10, 2024

https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/program/gilman-mccain-scholarships/

The Gilman-McCain Scholarship provides awards of $5,000 for child and spousal dependents of active or activated United States military personnel.

The John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families (Gilman-McCain Scholarship) is a congressionally funded initiative of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State and named after the late senator John S. McCain from Arizona.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: Military-connected Students

Deadline(s): Varies

https://www.gooverseas.com/scholarships/study-abroad-application

Any student currently enrolled in an American institution who wants to study abroad in the Fall or Spring can apply to the scholarship.

Country: All

Academic Level: Both

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Early August

https://www.going.com/scholarship

Our mission at Going is to help people travel and experience the world. Since 2017, we've helped young travelers get out there and get going. Twice a year, four outstanding students will win $1,500 scholarships toward their upcoming study abroad program.

Country: All

Academic Level: Both

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Oct. 15 & March 15

https://www.italiarail.com/scholarship

ItaliaRail is committed to helping students study abroad in Italy and immerse themselves in the country’s rich and dynamic culture.

Country: Italy

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Mid November

https://www.la.us.emb-japan.go.jp/e_web/mext.htm

The Japanese Government Monbukagakusho, (MEXT) Scholarship program accepts applications from candidates who will be studying in Japan, are U.S. citizens, and reside or attend school in AZ or CA.

Country: Japan

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Beginning of June

https://www.niaf.org/programs/available-scholarships/

The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) awards scholarships to 60-70 outstanding students in a variety of academic disciplines for use during the following academic year. Scholarships range from $2,500-$12,000.

Country: Italy

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Varies

https://nscs.org/about-nscs-scholarship-programs/

NSCS offers 26 different national scholarship opportunities throughout the spring, summer, and fall, and each chapter also offers additional opportunities. NSCS also offers exclusive opportunities through our study abroad and internship partners, including Semester at Sea, International Scholar Laureate Program (ISLP), and Absolute Internship. NSCS has scholarships available for our online, community college, and alumni members, and international students are eligible to apply as well.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Depends on award.

https://www.phikappaphi.org/grants-awards/undergraduate-students/study-abroad#…

Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants are designed to help support undergraduates as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Mid March

https://fundforeducationabroad.org/rainbow-scholarship/

The Rainbow Scholarship awards deserving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) students who aim to participate in high-quality, rigorous education abroad programs. Applicants applying to Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) Scholarship are automatically considered.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: LGBTQ+ Students

Deadline(s): Mid September

https://www.rhodesscholar.org/applying-for-the-scholarship/information-for-cand…

The Rhodes Scholarships provides full financial support for Rhodes Scholars to pursue a degree or degrees at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom

Country: United Kingdom

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Opens Early July </br>Due by Early October

https://www.sofn.com/foundation/scholarships/

The Sons of Norway Foundation makes a positive impact through the distribution of scholarships and are dedicated to helping students achieve their educational goals, and empower youth to discover the heritage and culture of Norway.

Country: Norway

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Depends on Scholarship

https://www.aatj.org/studyabroad/japan-bridging-scholarships

The Bridging Project offers scholarships to American undergraduate students participating in study-abroad programs in Japan.

Country: Japan

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Mid-October

https://studyinsweden.se/scholarships/other-scholarships/

Many associations, foundations and other organisations offer scholarships or travel grants for studies in Sweden. The following listing includes scholarships for students from a variety of countries as well as country-specific scholarships.

Country: Sweden

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Depends on award

https://elculturalfoundation.com/apply-today

This scholarship is for students with at least a 3.5 GPA interested in traveling to Japan.

Country: Japan

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): End of July

https://www.tortugabackpacks.com/pages/study-abroad-scholarship

The Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship is awarded biannually to passionate students who want to explore the world. At Tortuga, our mission is to help you live on your terms, including students studying abroad.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Dec. for Spring, May for Fall

https://www.tc-america.org/scholarships/study-abroad-in-turkey-for-american-min…

TCA's scholarship program encourages students to choose Turkey as a study abroad destination. TCA scholarship recipients build people-to-people bridges between the U.S. and Turkey and to establish cross-cultural bridges between Turks and young Americans of

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cyprus, Turkey

Academic Level: Both

College: Middle Eastern & North African Studies

Intended Recipient: All, BIPOC, Foreign Language Studies

Deadline(s): No deadline

https://www.aatj.org/studyabroad/japan-bridging-scholarships

The Bridging Project offers scholarships to American undergraduate students participating in study-abroad programs in Japan.

Country: Japan

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Mid October for Spring

https://www.volunteerforever.com/scholarship?utm_source=volunteerforever.com&ut…

Since 2014, Volunteer Forever has been offering a $500 to $1000 travel scholarship to help participants defray the cost of volunteering, studying, interning, teaching, or working abroad.

Country: All

Academic Level: Undergraduate

College: All

Intended Recipient: All

Deadline(s): Early January