Did you see the cost of your dream study abroad program and instantly cringe?

You're not alone -- studying abroad can be expensive but there are some ways around those hefty price tags. You could of course fundraise, take on a side job, and spend your summer saving up. But did you know there are also scholarships and grants offered specifically for students who want to study overseas?

Did You Know? Study abroad scholarships and grants are available from a variety of sources.

That's right, scholarships for study abroad are widely available from a variety of sources. You can even find these opportunities right here on Go Overseas -- we run several scholarships throughout the year.

Surprisingly, thousands of dollars worth of scholarships go unclaimed every year simply because no one applies for them. Some of this money could be YOURS.

The trick is knowing not only where to look for study abroad scholarships, but also how to apply for them. Even though they may not fully cover your study abroad costs, they'll help decrease your expenses and make your study abroad experience more affordable. Read on for tips on how to apply for study abroad grants and scholarships, as well as a helpful list of scholarships and grants you should apply for ASAP if you want to study abroad.


Before you dive in, a few quick notes.

First, this scholarship list is updated annually, and we do our very best to keep the deadlines accurate. We most recently updated the list in November 2020, so keep in mind that this list includes programs that will take place in 2021, and also those beginning in 2022 that have an early application deadline. We recommend always checking the scholarship website to confirm the official deadline and application process.

Second, please keep in mind that this year is exceptional for many reasons. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced programs to make difficult decisions about suspending their offerings or making adjustments to allow for socially distanced activities and proper health protocols. While many scholarships are still available, you may find that your dream program is not running next semester. If that’s the case, be sure to check back in for news and potentially even consider virtual study abroad programs.

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Third, if you know of a scholarship we should add to our list, please contact us and we will review and add applications we think the whole Go Overseas community should know about.

Without further ado: let's get started helping you win some study abroad scholarships!

How to Score Financial Aid for Study Abroad

We've compiled as many study abroad scholarships and grants as we could find right here, but it's not an exhaustive one. In addition to looking here, here are some tips for finding more study abroad scholarships and grants:

Apply for federal financial aid -- many students don't realize that these government grants and loans may be used towards study abroad. You can fill out the application, known as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA, online at the US Department of Education FAFSA website

Once you pick a study abroad program, Google to find financial aid options available through that specific program.

Check with the government of the country you want to study abroad in -- some give financial support to international students.

Visit your financial aid office, study abroad office, and foreign language departments to ask about potential funding sources.

Ask your study abroad advisor if there are any scholarships specific to your major.

Check local organizations like Sons of Italy chapters, German clubs, Hispanic heritage groups, Chinese-American associations, etc. to see if they offer scholarships.

Get busy applying for any scholarships, grants, or funding options you find!

If you follow these steps -- plus review our own list of scholarships below -- we're confident you can find at least a few funding opportunities to make study abroad more affordable.



Free, Popular Scholarship Search Databases

The internet is an excellent resource for locating a large number of study abroad scholarships. Many of these scholarships will allow you to apply directly online; potentially, you can apply for dozens of scholarships in a few short hours. However, their one downfall is that a larger application pool will reduce your chances to be awarded aid, but remember, you have to be in it to win it! Here are some popular places to start:

Scholarship Portal: This website provides a comprehensive free search database system for scholarships available throughout Europe; you can search by region, country and discipline

FastWeb: This website will not only help you find study abroad scholarships, but scholarships of all kinds that may help you get through the rest of college. The service is free but offers a number of extra benefits if you decide to register

IIE Passport: This database is a comprehensive search engine for all study abroad programs registered with IIE passport

Scholarships for Study in Australia: This database provided by the Australian government gives students easy access to the available funding for international students studying there

These sites can be a great place to start when you're looking for scholarship opportunities across different study abroad destinations, subjects, and programs.


General Study Abroad Grants & Scholarships

As you'll see, there are lots of scholarships that are tied to the specific location or region where you're studying abroad. There is an equal number that can be used to fund your study abroad experience anywhere in the world.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

Offered by the Institute of International Education with support from the U.S. Department of State, Benjamin A. Gilman scholarships are offered to help students on Federal Pell Grants study abroad. Each scholarship is up to $5,000 and, generally, one in four students is selected as a recipient during each application cycle.This scholarship program warns applicants that if, at the time the program starts, the destination country is at a level 3 or 4 warning for COVID-19 according to the US Department of State's Travel Advisory System, another destination should be chosen.

Level: Undergraduate Students

Award: Up to $5,000 (and a supplement of up to $3,000)

Requirements: Students must be current recipients of a Federal Pell Grant

Deadline: March and October 2021

Application click here
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