Study Abroad Scholarships
There is a wide vareity of study abroad scholarships are available to UCI students. Award amounts, deadlines, eligibility, and application requirements vary by scholarship. Some scholarship deadlines are before program application deadlines, and many scholarships even allow you to apply before being accepted to your program!
UCI Scholarships
Various UCI departments offer scholarships study abroad scholarships or general scholarships that can be applied to study abroad programs. Review the information below to preview eligibility, application requirements, and deadlines. Some may be used for summer programs.
UCI Study Abroad Center Scholarships | Eligibility | Award Amount | Application Period |
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Study Abroad Inclusive Excellence Scholarship
The Study Abroad Inclusive Excellence Scholarship was created by the Study Abroad Center in partnership with the Office of Global Engagement to support UCI’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence. The scholarship provides financial assistance to UCI students to study and/or intern abroad to broaden their global and personal experiences. May be used for summer programs. Contact studyabroad@uci.edu for more information. |
Additional criteria included on the application form |
$500 – $2,000 | Summer, Fall, & Academic Year Programs: January 15 – March 1 Winter and Spring Programs: September 1 – October 15 |
UCI Friends of Study Abroad Scholarship
The Friends of Study Abroad Scholarship supports UCI students with demonstrated financial need participating in programs during the academic year. These scholarships are funded by gifts from UCI Study Abroad Alumni and international education supporters. Contact studyabroad@uci.edu for more information. |
Additional criteria included on the application form |
$500 – $1000 | Fall, & Academic Year Programs: January 15 – March 1 Winter and Spring Programs: September 1 – October 15 |
UCI Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (OFAS) | Eligibility | Award Amount | Application Period |
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General Scholarships
OFAS supports and connects students to campus-wide and external scholarships, some of which can be applied to UC programs abroad even if they aren’t explicitly for studying abroad. For UCEAP and Other UC Programs only.
Contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships for more information. |
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Varies | Varies |
Swedish Women’s Educational Association International (SWEA) Scholarship
This external scholarship is co-managed by the UCI Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (OFAS) for UCEAP applicants seeking to study abroad in Sweden. Refer to the SWEA scholarship brochure and review the Application form. Contact the UCI Scholarship Department at scholarships@uci.edu for more information and advising. |
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Up to $5,000 | Varies by term |
UCI School of Humanities UCEAP Scholarship
This scholarship is offered by the School of Humanities through the OFAS Scholarship Application. Contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships for more information. |
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$1,500 | January 3-31 |
UCI Scholarship Opportunities Program (SOP) | Eligibility | Award Amount | Application Period |
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Killam Fellowship Scholarship
This external scholarship is administered by the UCI Scholarship Opportunities Program for UCI students applying to study abroad at McGill University in Canada for one semester or a full academic year through UCEAP. Contact the UCI Scholarship Opportunities Program at scholars@uci.edu or 949-824-0189 to learn more about the application process, eligibility, and deadline. |
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$5,000 – $10,000 | September – January |
UCEAP and Other UC Scholarships
If you are participating in a UCEAP or Other UC program, there may be scholarships available from your program provider. Review the program website for more information including availability, eligibility, application requirements, and deadlines. Some may be used for summer programs.
UCEAP and Other UC Scholarships | Eligibility | Award Amount |
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UCEAP Scholarships
UCEAP offers over 10+ scholarships for program participants as well as awards for when you return. Some may be used for summer programs. |
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$500 – $8,000 |
Other UC Scholarships
Other UC Study Abroad Programs may offer scholarships for participants. Check the program webpages for information about scholarships administered by their office/campus. |
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Varies |
External Scholarships
These scholarships are offered by a variety of organizations, companies, and institutions. Visit the scholarship websites for more information including eligibility, application requirements, and deadlines. Some may be used for summer programs. If you are applying for a scholarship that requires a campus certifier, please use the information below.
External Scholarships |
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Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Provides funding for students with limited financial means to study or intern abroad. Must be a U.S citizen and receive a Federal Pell Grant to be eligible. See the scholarship link for additional eligibility requirements and details. May be used for summer programs.Campus certifier: Bonnie Hooes (bchooes@uci.edu) Financial aid certifier: Use any UCI financial aid advisor |
Boren Awards Provides funding for U.S. undergraduates seeking to study abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests, develop advanced proficiency in a critical language, and pursue a Federal Government career that contributes to national security (broadly defined).Campus certifier: Jeanne d’Arc Gomis (jagomis@uci.edu) |
Critical Language Scholarship Program (CLS) The CLS Program is an intensive overseas summer language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. The CLS Program covers most of the costs of participating in its overseas institutes. See the scholarship link for additional eligibility requirements and details. |
Freeman-Asia Award The Freeman-Asia award provides scholarships for undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. May be used for summer programs. See the scholarship link for additional eligibility requirements and details.Campus certifier: Mark Beirn (mbeirn@uci.edu) |
Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships Provides funding for underrepresented U.S students who wish to study abroad, including students with financial need, community college, and first-generation college students. Some may be used for summer programs. See the scholarship link for additional eligibility requirements and details. |
Independent Program Scholarships Many Independent Program Providers (IES, SIT, SAI, CEA, Semester at Sea, API, etc) offer their own scholarships. Check with the program provider or visit their websites for more information. |
Scholarship Databases
There are many free scholarship databases that provide lists of study abroad scholarships and general scholarships that can be used for study abroad. Check out the databases below for a starting point.
Scholarship Database | Description |
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UC Davis Global Learning Hub | Free list of study abroad funding sources. Some scholarships only apply to UCD students. Check “UC Wide” and “Other” under the “Source of Award” filter |
Studyabroad.com | Free list of study abroad scholarships |
IIE | Free database of study abroad scholarships, fellowships, and grants (check student” on the left) |
Diversity Abroad Scholarships & Grants | Free database of scholarships that focuses on supporting minority, low-income, and first-generation students |
GoOverseas.com | Free list of study abroad scholarships |
Scholarship Database | Description |
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Black Excel | One of the largest scholarship and resource databases for African American students |
CareerOneStop | U.S. Department of Labor’s free scholarship search tool |
College Board | Free online scholarship database |
FastWeb | Free online scholarship database |
Scholarships.com | Free college scholarship search and financial aid information resource |
Scholarship Application Support
Check out our Get that Scholarship Information Session (Presentation Slides) for scholarship application tips.
For help with scholarship applications, the UCI Center for Excellence in Writing & Communication offers writing specialist appointments, peer tutoring, and email consults.
Contact Information:
193 Science Library
(949) 824-8949
writing-center@uci.edu