ISU Study Abroad Office Scholarship for Summer Study Abroad

In an effort to encourage participation in study abroad, scholarship opportunities have been set aside for qualified undergraduates who have applied and been accepted to an ISU Study Abroad Program. Faculty led trips are not eligible for this award. Preference will be given to students who meet the following criteria:

  • Integrate study abroad with their career goals.
  • Participate in an Indiana State University sponsored program.
  • Demonstrate foreign language proficiency earned through College or High School studies.
  • Earn a minimum GPA of 2.5.

If you receive a scholarship from our office, you are required to commit to some sort of service upon your return to ISU. This can be done by the following:

  • Volunteering at the Study Abroad Fair
  • Giving class presentations
  • Writing an article about your experience to be used for promotional materials

Award
Varies
Deadline
04/01/2025
Supplemental Questions
  1. Campus Address
  2. Name of the program at ISU you are applying to, or enrolled in
  3. Location of study abroad program
  4. Please indicate the length of proposed study:
  5. Dates of proposed study
  6. If not an officially sponsored ISU program, please identify the institution providing academic credit.
  7. Please describe any previous experience outside the U.S. (study abroad, living abroad, travel etc)
  8. List language(s) studied and number of semesters
    • Language:
    • Number of semesters:
  9. Please describe any other foreign language competencies you may have.
  10. Please submit an essay (350 words minimum) that answers the following questions:

    1) Why do you want to undertake your program abroad and how will this experience contribute to your academic pursuit?
    2) How will this experience contribute to your long-term career goals?
    3) Reflect on how you expect this education abroad experience help you develop the skills, values, and behaviors crucial for your success in a diverse, interconnected world as an engaged citizen, an effective communicator, and a collaborative problem solver.
    4) Describe your current level of engagement in your community. How will this study abroad experience contribute to your potential to give back to others?
  11. Please provide the name and email address of an individual who can recommend you for the Study Abroad Office Scholarship. This reference can be from anyone familiar with your leadership successes and accomplishments, including high school teacher, guidance counselor, or employer. Recommendations from family members will not be accepted. MAKE SURE to ask your reference if they can write a letter for you ahead of time and tell them that they will receive an email from us requesting it. Also tell them what the scholarship application deadline is.
    • Reference:
  12. Study Abroad Application Status
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