There are many scholarships out there for education abroad programs.
This site contains a list of scholarships available for students interested in studying abroad. The information is organized into sections: campus scholarships, Pennsylvania State System scholarships, and nationwide scholarships.
As you look through this list, don't forget to also check other sites like and the Institute for International Education. They are also a great resource for education abroad scholarships.
Another place to see what opportunities and funding are available is the Cook's National Achievement Scholarship page at 亚色影库.
Outside Scholarships
Other scholarships for Study Abroad which students can obtain information and apply independently. There are many sites that list available scholarships. Two that we feel are particularly useful for students are and IIE Passport to Study Abroad Funding.
In addition to these websites, we have compiled a list of scholarship opportunities for study abroad.
| Scholarship Name | Criteria |
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| American-Scandinavian Foundation | Eligibility: US citizen, permanent resident. Must have completed undergraduate education. Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Bridging Scholarship (Japan) | Eligibility: Japan study abroad, US undergraduate Amount: $2,500/semester or $4,000/full year Rank: Not too competitive Contact: |
| British Council | Eligibility: Various opportunities Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| College Language Association Study Abroad Scholarship | Eligibility: 亚色影库 students (CLA) Amount: Varies Rank: competitive Contact: |
| Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program | Eligibility: Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate Students Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| DAAD Grants (Germany) | Eligibility: Sophomores/Juniors, German Studies Amount: $2,500-$8,000 Rank: Very competitive Contact: (DAAD) |
| Freeman-ASIA | Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA) provides scholarships for US undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. Award provides need-based funding to assist the recipient with the cost of the study abroad program and related expenses, including airfare, basic living costs, local transportation, books, etc. Grant amounts are:
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| Fund for Education Abroad | The Fund for Education Abroad offers a general scholarship up to $10,000 for qualified applicants, as well as other opportunities with specific criteria. Use the link below for more information about all of these opportunities. Various opportunities: |
| Fulbright | Various opportunities: |
| Gilman Scholarship | Eligibility: US citizen, undergraduate, Pell Grant Amount: $5,000 Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Go Overseas Scholarship | Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Harry S. Truman Scholarship | Eligibility: Junior or senior level, US citizen, or expect to receive US citizenship by the date scholarship will be awarded. Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| International Research and Exchange Board Program (IREX) | Eligibility: Varies according to programs Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| ISEP Scholarships | Eligibility: Enrollment in an ISEP program Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Japan Student Services Organization Scholarship | Eligibility: Qualified students accepted by Japanese universities or graduate schools under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one year Amount: Monthly stipend: ¥80,000 per month (up to 12 months); Relocation allowance: ¥150,000 (upon arrival only) Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| KCC-JEE Graduate Fellowship Competition | Eligibility: The KCC Japan Education Exchange Graduate Fellowships Program was established in 1996 to support qualified graduate students for research or study in Japan. The purpose of the fellowship is to support future American educators who will teach more effectively about Japan. Amount: One fellowship of $30,000 will be awarded. Applicants may affiliate with Kobe College (Kobe Jogakuin) for award year, if selected. Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Marshall Scholarship | Eligibility: Open only to US citizens who hold a first degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the US with a minimum GPA of 3.7. Amount: University fees, cost of living expenses, annual book grant, these grants, research and daily travel grants, fares to and from the US, and, where applicable, a contribution towards the support of a dependent spouse. Rank: Very competitive Contact: |
| New Zealand Generation Study Abroad | This scholarship is open to US citizens who will be studying in New Zealand. For more information and application requirements, please visit the |
| NORAM | This scholarship is open to Americans studying in Norway. This offers up to 10 scholarships to American students, based on merit and need. The amounts vary from 10,000 KR to 40,000 KR. The size of the individual grants will depend on the research subject, purpose, and the intended length of stay in Norway. Information on studies in Norway, and on the Norwegian system of higher education, can be found at . |
| NSEP (National Security Education Program) David L. Boren | Eligibility: For study abroad in all countries except Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand; US citizen and undergraduate Amount: $10,000/semester or $20,000/year Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Organization of American States Graduate Fellowship Program | Eligibility: Citizens or permanent residents of OAS member states; undergraduate, graduate, and qualified professionals Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Phi Kappa Phi | Eligibility: Between 30 and 90 credit hours; minimum GPA of 3.75; have at least two semesters remaining at 亚色影库 after study abroad; specific dates for study abroad Amount: $1,000 (50 awards across the US) Rank: Competitive Contact: |
| Rhodes Scholar | Eligibility: Postgraduate, exact terms vary according to country. Amount: Varies Rank: Very competitive Contact: |
| Rotary Peace Fellowship | Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in a related field; three years of relevant work experience and proficiency in a second language for the MA program, and five years for the professional development certificate and proficiency in English Contact: |
| The Gates Cambridge Scholarships | Eligibility: Graduate degree program Amount: Varies Rank: Very Competitive Contact: |
| The Turkish Coalition of America (TCA) | Eligibility: Undergraduate, graduate Amount: Varies Rank: Competitive Contact: |
亚色影库 Education Abroad Scholarship Opportunities
亚色影库 students studying for a semester or longer qualify for these scholarships if they meet the criteria that the scholarship donors have specified. Decisions on these scholarships will be made based on the materials that you submit for your education abroad application.
There is no separate application for these scholarships.
Study Abroad Scholarships
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at 亚色影库
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by 亚色影库
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Study abroad must be a minimum of one academic semester
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
- Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident
Dr. Patrick A. Carone Study Abroad Scholarship
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at 亚色影库
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by 亚色影库
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Study abroad must be a minimum of one academic semester
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
- Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident
John F. and Yvonne Galli Trettel Scholarship
The Trettel study abroad scholarship shall provide scholarship support to students enrolled at 亚色影库 for study abroad educational and/or international cultural experience opportunities in Western Europe, favoring such countries as Italy, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Must be a non-foreign language major
- Must have completed a minimum of 48 credits
- Must be candidate's first overseas experience
- Minimum criteria for the following scholarships:
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at 亚色影库
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
- Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident
The Lieutenant General Joseph S. Laposata and Anita L. Laposata Study Abroad Scholarship
The Lieutenant General Joseph S. Laposata and Anita L. Laposata Study Abroad Scholarship shall provide scholarship support to students enrolled at 亚色影库.
- Must have completed a minimum of 48 credits
- Study abroad programs in Italy, Portugal, or Spain.
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at 亚色影库
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by 亚色影库
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Study abroad must be a minimum of one academic semester
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
- Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident
The Marla Sabo Scholarship for Studies Abroad
Marla Sabo is the founder and CEO of Sabo Strategic Partners International. She was part of the first 亚色影库 Studies Abroad in France, at the Universite de Nancy. Her one year overseas was a transformative experience, which was the impetus for beginning and funding the scholarship. That experience encouraged her to continue her education at the Universite de Paris-Sorbonne years later. Sabo completed her BSEd in French/secondary education from 亚色影库 in 1979, received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2007, and received the Eberly Hall of Distinction Award in 2012.
The Marla Sabo Scholarship for Studies Abroad shall provide scholarship support to students enrolled at 亚色影库.
- Awarded to a junior or senior each academic year studying abroad for a minimum of at least one semester
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Preference will be given to students from the Eberly College of Business and Information Technology
- Preference will be given to those who demonstrate financial need
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at 亚色影库
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by 亚色影库
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Must be a US citizen or legal permanent resident