2025 Gilman Application Award

UA Study Abroad will award a $500 scholarship to all committed study abroad students who apply to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship regardless of Gilman award status. Study Abroad will determine your eligibility for the Gilman Application Award based on the requirements outlined below upon committing to an eligible study abroad program.

Eligibility Requirements

• Currently enrolled degree-seeking University of Arizona student in good academic standing
• Currently applying or accepted to an eligible UA Study Abroad program (Faculty-led, Exchange or Arizona Abroad Location).
  • Programs not eligible for this award: Non-UA Study Abroad Programs, Departmentally Managed Programs (DMP), Project GO, Dorrance, CAST & Global Career Accelerator.
• Must have a FAFSA on file in the current academic year and be Pell Grant eligible as determined by your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at the time of application to UA Study Abroad program and Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship.
• Meet the eligibility requirements to apply for the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship or Gilman McCain Scholarship.
• Must fully complete and submit the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarships application.
• Must commit to UA Study abroad program prior to the disbursement of funds. Award funds will disburse to committed students’ bursar accounts before study abroad program charges are due.
• May only receive the Gilman Application Award once
• Must be willing to help promote study abroad at the University of Arizona or the greater community upon your return. After returning from your study abroad program, students are required to fulfill 5 hours of service by:
  • Volunteering at Study Abroad events such as the Study Abroad Fairs, Information Sessions, Gilman workshops or pre-departure meetings
  • Share about their international experience through our Study Abroad social media.