Scholarships
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Most of the scholarships and financial aid that you currently receive at the University of Arkansas may be used to study abroad on an approved study abroad program. If you plan to use your U of A academic scholarships, please inform the Academic Scholarship Office about your study abroad plans and schedule an appointment with your financial aid counselor to discuss your financial aid options.
There are also many scholarship opportunities specifically for study abroad available through the University of Arkansas and outside organizations. We’ve compiled some resources below to help jumpstart your search. Remember that each scholarship has a unique application. Please refer to the links below for eligibility and application requirements for each award.
University of Arkansas Scholarships
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- Office of Study Abroad Scholarship
- Cleveland C. Burton Study Abroad Scholarship
- J.W. & Elizabeth Fulbright Scholarship
- Middle East Studies Study Abroad Scholarship
- Fulbright College Sturgis Honors Study Abroad Grants
- Sturgis International Fellowship
- World Language, Literature, and Culture Departmental Scholarship
- Johnetta Cross Brazzell Study Abroad Scholarship (underrepresented students)
- African American Studies Department Study Abroad Grants (only for Ghana AAST)
- Nathan “Kitt” Rom Memorial Study Abroad Scholarship
- Office of Study Abroad Scholarship
- Sam Walton College of Business Study Abroad Scholarships
- Sam Walton Graduate School of Business Scholarships
- World Language, Literature, and Culture Departmental Scholarship (only for Walton students with a double major in a world language)
- Johnetta Cross Brazzell Study Abroad Scholarship (underrepresented students)
- Nathan “Kitt” Rom Memorial Study Abroad Scholarship
- Office of Study Abroad Scholarship
- College of Engineering Study Abroad Grants
- John L. Imhoff Global Studies Endowment (Industrial Engineering students only)
- Johnetta Cross Brazzell Study Abroad Scholarship (underrepresented students)
- Nathan “Kitt” Rom Memorial Study Abroad Scholarship
Scholarships Awarded by Outside Organizations
External Programs are offered at a variety of price points depending on location, duration, and included amenities (meal plans, excursions, etc.). Many external providers offer automatic discounts to U of A students as well as award matching and additional scholarship opportunities.
Program |
Summer |
Semester |
---|---|---|
AIFS | $200 | $400 |
CIS | $100 | $250 |
DIS | $500-$1,500 | $5,500 |
Global Experiences* | $500 | $500 |
IFSA-Butler | $0 | $2,000 |
University of Nicosia | $0 | $500 |
SAI | $100 | $300 |
SIT | $1,500 | $1,500 |
*Global Experiences offers U of A students a $300 discount on virtual internships. |
Award Matching Programs
These programs offer students additional discounts based on other awards they receive.
Pell Grant eligible students are guaranteed extra discounts from SIT Study Abroad ($1,500) and Global Experiences Internships ($500).
GI Bill eligible students receive $250 (summer) or $500 (semester) additional discount from AIFS Abroad.
Gilman Scholarship recipients can receive additional discounts for AIFS and Global Experiences programs.
Boren Award recipients receive $250 (summer) or $500 (semester) additional discount from AIFS Abroad.
FEA Award recipients are eligible for $500 discounts for AIFS semester programs.
Additional Scholarships and Discounts
- AIFS General Scholarships
- AMIDEAST General Scholarships
- API General Scholarships
- Arcadia General Scholarships
- CEA General Scholarships
- CIEE General Scholarships
- CIS Abroad General Scholarships
- DIS Abroad General Scholarships
- IFSA-Butler Scholarships
- ISA General Scholarships
- Global Semesters Scholarships
- SAI General Scholarships
- SIT General Scholarships
- USAC General Scholarships
USAC, ISA, and API applicants can apply for program discounts through the Office of Study Abroad Scholarship.
- Bridging Japan Scholarships
- Boren (NSEP) Undergraduate Scholarship
- BUTEX Scholarships for UK
- Delta Phi Alpha German Study Abroad Grant
- Fulbright Summer Institutes in the United Kingdom
- GoEuro European Study Abroad Scholarship
- Hiliary Echo Douglas Memorial Scholarship (Vietnam & SE Asia)
- American Swedish Institute
- Japan America Society
Creative Funding Ideas
Selecting a program that helps achieve your long-term goals may make it easier to solicit funds from external sources. Keep in mind that local, regional, and national groups, as well as individuals, are all possible contributors; it’s also important to keep careful record of those who helped support you in order to express your appreciation. Finally, past study abroad students found that dedicating a set time each week to look for funding was really helpful. Below are some ideas to ponder.
- Ask friends and family if anyone is willing to give you some miles or buy your plane ticket with their miles.
- Kickstarter.com : Sell poetry, art, etc. online to raise funds.
- GoFundMe.com : Use this platform as an easy way for family and friends to donate to your study abroad program.
- Go Old School: Bake sale, car wash, collect cans and bottles from neighbors
- Identify yourself and your plans and save, save, save!
- Look for organizations with an interest in specific countries that may be willing to fund you. Are you a Native American? Do you have family members in Germany? Some groups fund students with your background, or offer scholarships to people like you who want to learn more about your heritage.
- Ask for study abroad related gifts: luggage, backpack, money belt, camera, walking shoes, etc.
- Contact businesses, churches and organizations in your hometown, especially those whose mission may relate to your major, region of study, or another facet of your life. They may have scholarships or be willing to donate something toward your time abroad. You can offer to send letters while abroad or give a presentation upon return. Potential organizations include: Elks, Moose, Lions, Kiwanis, Rotary, etc.
- Check with your local and national chapter for study abroad scholarships.
Study Abroad & International Exchange
520 N Storer Ave.Fayetteville, AR 72701
Tel: 1-479-575-7582
Fax: 1-479-575-7402
studyabr@uark.edu