Study Abroad Scholarships
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Many scholarship applications are available online for your convenience. In order to give yourself the best advantage, we strongly recommend that you consult with your academic advisers and study abroad adviser for assistance in completing the forms, especially with the personal statements and appropriate budget information. It may also be useful to meet with a consultant at the Howe Center for Writing Excellence who can give you feedback on your personal statement.
Office of International Education-Administered Scholarships
A GPA of at least 2.5 is required for all OIE-administered scholarships unless otherwise noted. Contact Richard Menard for more information on these scholarships and how to apply.
› Application deadline for fall study abroad scholarships: Monday following Spring Break
› Application deadline for spring study abroad scholarships: Monday following Fall Break
Havighurst International Minority Scholarship
Available to undergraduate students of Native American, African-American, Hispanic-American and Asian-American ethnicity with financial need for use on any semester- or year-long Miami University Sponsored, Exchange or Co-Sponsored program.
Koons Family, Osgood, Resor and Snyder International Exchange Scholarships
Available to students participating in ISEP Exchanges.
Karen Ostberg Award
Available to undergraduate students participating in semester- or year-long Miami Sponsored, Co-Sponsored or Exchange programs outside of Luxembourg.
Palacky University Scholarships
Available to undergraduate students who are studying abroad on a semester- or year-long exchange at Palacky University in Olomouc, Czech Republic. Four scholarships of $2,000 each. Sponsored by the Western College Alumnae Association.
Other Miami-Administered Scholarships
Contact your Student Financial Assistance counselor for more information on these scholarships and directions on how to apply.
Study Abroad Airfare Grant
Miami students with demonstrated need are eligible for up to $600 in the form of an airfare grant and may receive the remainder of the ticket price in the form of an interest-free university loan. For semester- or year-long study abroad programs only. Contact Office of Student Financial Assistance for information.
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Cable Scholarships
Available to undergraduate students studying abroad for a semester or year on a Sponsored, Co-Sponsored or Exchange program, who receive (or are eligible for) Pell Grants and who have earned a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Sponsored by the Western College Alumnae Association.
Higgin Kim Asia Business Scholarship
The Higgin Kim Asia Business Scholarship is funded through the generous donations of Miami alumus Mr. Higgin Kim. This $1,000 scholarship can be applied to any of the FSB programs in Korea, Japan and Vietnam. Both need and merit will be taken into consideration.
Richard Moon Su Park and Elinora Bo Hyun Park Korea Scholarship
The Park Korea Scholarship is made possible by the generous endowment from the Park family. It can be applied to any FSB program in Korea. Awards are in the amount of $1,000 or more, and are based on need and merit.
Salt and Zimmerman Scholarships
Available to undergraduate students who receive (or are eligible for) Pell Grants and who are studying abroad on a semester- or year-long Miami Sponsored, Co-Sponsored or Exchange program. Sponsored by the Western College Alumnae Association.
Von Tacky Scholarship
Available to undergraduate students who show financial need, and limited to students studying for a semester or year in Africa, Asia, Latin America or the Middle East. Sponsored by the Western College Alumnae Association.
External scholarships for use with Miami Sponsored, Exchange, Co-Sponsored, Approved and Non-Miami Programs (as indicated)
Boren Scholarships/Fellowships (NSEP)
Funding for undergraduate and graduate study abroad (with foreign language study as an integral part of the program) in countries not including Western Europe, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense. Contact Richard Menard, Office of International Education for information and assistance.
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Bridging Scholarships
Stipends of up to $4,000 for study in Japan.
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BUNAC Work Abroad Program
Allows U.S. full-time students to work in the United Kingdom and Australia legally for a maximum of six months. Now also available to students while participating on a study abroad program in the UK.
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BUTEX North American Scholarships
Open to all undergraduate students currently registered at an institution in the USA or Canada.To be eligible to apply you must have been offered a place as a study abroad or exchange student in a British university which is a member of BUTEX (British Transatlantic Exchange Association). The approximate value of each scholarship is US$1000 and will be paid to the winners once they have arrived and registered at their host university.
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Critical Language Scholarships for Intensive Summer Institutes
Applies only to designated summer institutes (see website). U.S. Government-sponsored scholarships for students wishing to study critical languages (including Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Korean and Russian) at American Overseas Research Centers and affiliated partners during the summer. All program costs are covered by this scholarship. Check with a study abroad adviser to be sure that your chosen institute can transfer credit to Miami.
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DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst - German Academic Exchange Service)
- Prizes for stays of two to three months in conjunction with independent senior thesis research, participation in a language or summer course at a German university, or an internship/practicum at a German institution or corporation.
- Scholarships for a semester or year abroad in Germany. All academic fields are eligible.
- RISE (Research Internships in Science and Engineering) pairs advanced doctoral students in Germany with students.
- Summer (3 month) opportunities in Germany for undergraduate scientists and engineers - Serious research opportunities abroad for undergraduate students from the US and Canada in biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, and engineering for up to three months in the summer. Students gain practical experience in their field and are integrated immediately into an ongoing research project. There is no language requirement and all participants receive as a stipend from DAAD as well as housing assistance from the university or research institution.
For more information, please contact Gabi Knieps (knieps@daad.de)
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Gilman International Scholarship
U.S. State Department-sponsored program for undergraduate study abroad through any program for which Miami will accept transfer credit. Applicants must currently be receiving Pell Grants, Federal Work-Study, Stafford Loans, Perkins Loans or Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants. Program must be longer than 4 weeks. Contact Richard Menard, Office of International Education for information and assistance.
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Lifelong Learning Faculty-led International Workshop Award
Sixteen $500 awards for use on a Miami Study Abroad Credit Workshop. Available only to currently enrolled Miami students. Contact the Office of Lifelong Learning for applications and deadline (typically late January or early February).
Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant
Awards of $1,000, available to students with 3.5+ GPA who have earned 30 to 90 credit hours, and are participating in an academic program at an accredited international university during the study abroad period. May apply through the Miami chapter of Phi Kappa Phi. Deadline is in late February.
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Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships
Excellent opportunity for Undergraduate and Graduate students. Deadline is in fall for study beginning the following academic year.
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Scholarship Search Engines
Enter your specific criteria to find scholarships beyond what is listed here.
DiversityAbroad.com Scholarship Search
Search engine for study abroad scholarships related to diversity. Diversity can be defined by a number of factors, including ethnicity, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, field of study and gender/sexual orientation.
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GoAbroad.com Scholarship Finder
Search engine for study abroad scholarships.
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StudyAbroadFunding.org
Search engine for study abroad scholarships.
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Study Abroad Program Sponsors' Scholarships and Grants (for use on specific programs as designated)
ALWAYS check with your study abroad program to find out about their own study abroad scholarships, in addition to the ones listed here. Eligibility and preference for these scholarships may be based on merit, need or diversity criteria.
Alliance for Global Education Scholarships
Available for Alliance program participants. Based on financial need.
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American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS) Scholarships
Available for AIFS program participants. Minority Awards also offered.
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Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad Scholarships
Available to participants of Arcadia University programs.
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AustraLearn Scholarships
Available to AustraLearn program participants.
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Boston University Scholarships
Scholarships available based on need or merit.
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Butler University Institute for Study Abroad Scholarships
Available to participants of IFSA-Butler programs.
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Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE)
Available for participants of programs sponsored by the Council on International Educational Exchange.
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Cultural Experiences Abroad (CEA) Scholarships
Scholarships available to CEA program participants.
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Denmark's International Study Program (DIS) Scholarships
Scholarships available to DIS program participants.
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Institute for the International Education of Students (IES) Scholarships
Miami students automatically receive the $1,500 Public University Grant for use on IES programs. Merit-based, need-based and diversity scholarships are also available.
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International Partnership for Service-Learning and Leadership (IPSL) Scholarships
Available to participants of IPSL service-learning programs.
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International Student Exchange Program (ISEP) Scholarships
Available to participants of ISEP exchanges.
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Annette Kade Scholarships for Study in France or Germany
For students participating in ISEP programs in France or Germany only.
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International Studies Abroad (ISA) Scholarships
Available to participants of ISA programs. Miami students automatically receive the $200 toward their program fee starting in Winter 2008.
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School for Field Studies Scholarships
Available to participants of School for Field Studies programs.
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School for International Training (SIT) College Semester Abroad Scholarships
Available to participants of SIT programs.
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Studio Art Centers International (SACI) Scholarships
Available to participants of this art history or studio art study abroad program in Florence, Italy. (Credit issued by Bowling Green State University).
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University of Virginia Scholarships
Pending: The University of Virginia offers three tuition reductions of $1,000 each to students nominated by Miami's Department of Spanish and Portuguese for use on the University of Virginia program at Valencia. Contact Dr. Patricia Klingenberg for more information on this tuition reduction.
Wayne State University's Junior Year in Munich Scholarships
Available to participants in the Junior Year in Munich program
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Scholarships for After Graduation
See also: National Scholarships and Fellowships
These are scholarships which you should apply for during your Miami undergraduate career, for use after graduation or in graduate school.
Fulbright Program
The largest U.S. international exchange program offering opportunities for students, scholars, and professionals to undertake international graduate study, advanced research, university teaching, and teaching in elementary and secondary schools worldwide. Contact Fulbright adviser Dr. David Keitges for more information (keitgedj@muohio.edu)
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The Rhodes Scholarships
Open to U.S. citizens 18-24 years old, who have earned a Bachelor's degree. Provides for paid study for two to three years at one of the colleges of Oxford University. Deadline: late September for entry the following fall. Miami Rhodes Scholarship Committee: Dr. Patrick Haney, Political Science, 220 Harrison Hall, 529-4321, haneypj@muohio.edu
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Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships
Excellent opportunity for Undergraduate and Graduate students. Deadline: Fall for study beginning the following academic year.
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