Grants and Scholarships for Study Abroad

CFANS Study Abroad Grants

CFANS offers several grants to help pay for students’ study abroad experience. Awards are based on application quality as well as program merit and relevance to students’ study in CFANS. Studying abroad is one of the best investments you could make in your education. 

International Learning Grant

The International Learning Grant (ILG) provides funding for CFANS undergraduate students in good academic standing who participate in international study, internships, work or volunteer experiences as part of their academic degree program. The types of experiences that are funded range from two-week international field study seminars to academic year study abroad programs. Typical award amounts are $600 to $900 for short-term programs, $1,200 for semester programs, and $2,400 for academic year programs. This award can be applied to any study abroad experience that results in academic credit.

Diversity in Education Abroad Grant

The purpose of this grant is to expand access to study abroad for underrepresented student populations in CFANS. First–generation students, ethnically and/or racially diverse students, LGBTQIA students, and students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Eight awards at $2,500 each will be offered for 2018-19.

Go Global Grant

Awarded by the Office of International Programs to CFANS undergraduate students in good academic standing who participate in a CFANS study abroad program. Twenty awards at $500 each will be offered for 2018-19.

Other Scholarships

Review additional University of Minnesota and other external scholarship options.