Website: Freeman-ASIA Website

Description

Funded by the Freeman Foundation, the Freeman-ASIA Scholarship provides financial support of $3,000 to $7,000 for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. Award amounts vary based on program length. The scholarship aims to increase the number of U.S. students with firsthand exposure to and understanding of Asia.

Eligibility

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Undergraduate student with demonstrated financial need
• Enrolled in a credit-bearing study abroad program in East or Southeast Asia
• Program must be at least 8 weeks in length
• Must return to the U.S. to complete undergraduate degree

Deadlines

Applications are accepted twice yearly in March and October (exact dates vary by cycle).

Website: FEA Scholarship Website

Description

The Fund for Education Abroad provides scholarships of up to $5,000 to U.S. undergraduate students who are traditionally underrepresented in study abroad, including first-generation college students, community college students, and students of color. Some named scholarships, such as the Hillary Echo Douglas Memorial Scholarship, may offer higher award amounts. The scholarship supports students pursuing credit-bearing study abroad programs and aims to increase access, diversity, and inclusion in international education.

Eligibility

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at a U.S. institution
• Applying to a credit-bearing study abroad program
• Preference given to students with financial need and those participating in longer programs

Deadlines

Applications are accepted twice yearly in January (for summer, fall, and academic year programs) and September (for spring programs).

Website: CLS Program Website

Description

Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program offers fully-funded, intensive summer language instruction and cultural immersion for U.S. students in 13 critical languages. Programs are 8–10 weeks in length and aim to expand the number of Americans mastering languages essential to national security and economic prosperity.

Eligibility

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student at a U.S. institution
• Must be enrolled at the time of application
• Some languages require prior study; others are open to beginners

Deadline

Applications are typically due in mid-November.

Website: Tortuga Scholarship Info

Description

The Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship awards $1,000 and a travel backpack to support U.S. students studying abroad for a semester. Funded by Tortuga Backpacks, the scholarship is intended for students with financial need who are studying abroad for the first time and aims to make international education more accessible.

Eligibility

• Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or student visa holder
• Full-time undergraduate student in good academic standing
• Accepted into a credit-bearing study abroad program for a fall or spring semester
• First-time participant in a study abroad program
  
  

Deadlines

Applications are due in May (for fall programs) and December (for spring programs).

Websites: CIEE Scholarships, AIFS Scholarships, and USAC Scholarships

Description

Many study abroad program providers offer their own scholarships and grants to help students fund their experiences abroad. Awards typically range from $500 to over $5,000 and may include need-based, merit-based, diversity, or location-specific funding. Students applying through organizations such as CIEE, AIFS, USAC, SIT, and CEA CAPA are encouraged to explore each provider’s funding opportunities during the application process.

Eligibility

• Must be accepted into a study abroad program offered by the provider
• Additional eligibility criteria (e.g., financial need, academic merit, identity-based factors) vary by scholarship
• Some awards require a separate application; others are automatic upon program application
  
  

Deadlines

Deadlines vary by provider and program start date, typically 3–6 months before departure.

Pro Tip

Apply for provider scholarships at the same time you apply for the program to maximize your chances and avoid missing deadlines.

Website: Coming Soon – Contact the IPCE Office for Details

Description

The IPCE Global Scholars Award provides $1,000 to support Lehman College undergraduate students participating in approved exchange and partner study abroad programs. Offered through the Office of International Programs and Community Engagement (IPCE), the award aims to make international experiences more accessible for students who demonstrate a commitment to global learning and community engagement.

Eligibility

• Must be a matriculated undergraduate student at Lehman College
• Minimum GPA of 2.7
• Accepted into a Lehman-approved exchange or partner program
• Funds must be used within the academic year of application (summer, fall, winter, or spring)
  
  

Application Requirements

• Completed application submitted to the IPCE Office by November 24
• Personal statement (prompt provided in application)
• Participation in one IPCE Global Program event
• Participation in one community engagement activity
• Final approval by the Lehman College Scholarship Office

Award Disbursement

Funds are released after student eligibility is verified by the Scholarship Office. Recipients must remain in good academic and disciplinary standing and complete their approved program.