You should begin your financial planning as soon as you begin researching study abroad locations and programs. Keep in mind the funds/grants/loans you anticipate receiving. Carefully read the program costs to determine what is included in the program fee. Don't forget to consider your spending habits, the cost of international airfare, and your additional travel and meal costs (if you plan to travel during your program). Download this printable Study Abroad Budget Worksheet to help you compare program costs.
Scholarships
There are scholarships available for both undergraduate and graduate students wishing to study abroad. Be sure to review the eligibility requirements carefully before submitting an application.
Click here to download the Study Abroad Scholarship Application for
Fall 2008 & Full Year (08-09) programs. The application deadline is June 6, 2008.
Undergraduate Studies Scholarship & Herta Teitelbaum Scholarship
This scholarship is available for matriculated (degree-seeking) undergraduate students at the University of Utah who are accepted into a U of U sponsored study abroad program or international internship.
Global Diversity Scholarship
Students from a background or group that is underrepresented in study abroad or students attending a program in an underrepresented location can apply for the Global Diversity Scholarship. This scholarship is available to matriculated undergraduate or graduate students.
Department of Languages & Literature Study Abroad Scholarship
Don Barton Scholarship for Study Abroad
There scholarships are available for students who are participating in University of Utah intensive language program. Applicants must be matriculated undergraduate University of Utah students who maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA. (Available for Summer programs only)
The following scholarship must be applied for individually:
Cambridge Scholarship
Students accepted into the Cambridge Summer Study Abroad program may apply for a Cambridge Scholarship. Students must participate in a minimum 3-week program (includes all Cambridge options with the exception of Term II). The application for Summer 2009 will be available in September 2008.
Governor Huntsman International Scholarship for Shanghai Normal University
The University of Utah, Zions Bank and Governor Huntsman announce this full scholarship for one University of Utah student to study at Shanghai Normal University during Spring 2009. The application deadline is October 3, 2008. Click here for the application and instructions.
India Scholarship
Students accepted into the International Semester: India program may apply for one of three $1,000 scholarships. Preference is given to students enrolled in Hindi/Urdu or Asian Studies majors/minors. Click here to download and print the India Scholarship Application.
Honors Scholarships for Study Abroad
As stated on the program application, students in the Honors Program will automatically be considered for the Honors study abroad scholarships ($1000) when they apply for an Honors approved program. Honors credit is available on the following programs: Politics and Service Learning in Kotwara, India (Spring 2007), Art in Europe, Cambridge University, British Studies in London, Theatre in London, European Studies in Berlin, Latin American History and Economics in Argentina, Environmental Studies in Costa Rica, Public Health in Ghana, and Politics and Modern History in China. Information is also available on the Honors website: www.honors.utah.edu. Eligible programs for Summer 2008 will be announced in October.
University of Utah Global Health Alliance (UUGHA) Travel Grant
Graduate students enrolled in one of the Health Science Colleges or undergraduate nursing students participating in a UUGHA international program may apply for this travel grant. Click here to download the application.
Danish Institute for Study Abroad (DIS)
The DIS Scholarship (ranging from $500 - $3,000) is available for qualified University of Utah students to study in Copenhagen, Denmark (on the Danish Institute for Study Abroad program) for a summer, semester, or academic year.
Academic Programs International Scholarship
Academic Programs International (API) is offering a $1000 scholarship for a University of Utah student to attend an API semester-length program or a $500 scholarship to study on an API summer program. Contact the International Center for a scholarship application.
Nagoya Scholarship
The Nagoya Scholarship, which is intended for students engaged is a unique international experience in a program that does not offer any other scholarships.
- Read the experiences of Yuri Kida who went to Japan on the Nagoya Scholarship.
- Read the experiences of Elizabeth Phillips who went to Europe on the Nagoya Scholarship.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) provides undergraduate students and faculty members the opportunity to work together on research or creative projects. UROP provides assistantships up to $1200 for any first-time UROP student who assists with a faculty member's research or creative project, or who carries out a project of her/his own under the supervision of a faculty member. With approval from UROP coordinators, this research can be conducted on an approved study abroad program.
Please contact the International Center for eligibility information and applications for any of these scholarships.
University of Utah financial aid (grants, loans, and scholarships) can be applied toward program fees on approved programs, with the exception of some short-term programs. You should meet with your financial aid counselor to determine your eligibility. The Financial Aid Office is located in the Student Services Building (SSB) 105.
Additional Funding Opportunities
In addition to the University of Utah funds described on this page, there are private funding opportunities that you can apply for. Here are some suggestions to get you started:
IIE Passport – Study Abroad Funding Search Engine
http://www.studyabroadfunding.org/
Studyabroad.com Scholarship Directory
http://www.studyabroad.com/forum/financial_aid.html
Gilman International Scholarship
http://www.iie.org//programs/gilman/index.html
National Security Education Program (NSEP)
http://www.iie.org/programs/nsep/default.htm
Freeman Asia Scholarship
http://www.iie.org/programs/freeman-asia/index.html
DAAD Scholarships for Study in Germany
Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarships
http://www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/index.html
Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
http://www.phikappaphi.org/Web/Scholarships/
Adell & Hancock Fund
http://www.rockymountainiie.org/news_body.asp?id=33
Nancy Petry Scholarship (Graduate Students Only)
http://www.rockymountainiie.org/news_body.asp?id=31