Financial Aid & Scholarships
FINANCING STUDY ABROAD ZOOM WORKSHOP ON JAN 27, 1:10 - 2pm
Learn how to fund your study abroad experience and make this life-changing investment even more affordable! We will discuss utilizing financial aid while on study abroad, searching for scholarships, how to budget for your program, and the differences between program costs.
FINANCIAL AID
Cal Poly students may be eligible for financial aid if enrolled at least half time in a Cal Poly study abroad program. Even if you have never received financial aid, you may want to investigate the possibility of receiving financial aid when you study abroad. You can connect with the Cal Poly Financial Aid Office via email at financialaid@calpoly.edu.
1. Start by reading the Fund Your Study Abroad Experience handout to see how financial aid can be applied to study abroad.
2. Complete the FAFSA/CADAA - To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) by early March of the year before you plan to study abroad. Once your FAFSA/CADAA is complete, you will be considered for the various types of financial aid offered at Cal Poly, including grants and loans.
3. Get your Award Adjusted - Once your financial aid is awarded, verify which types of financial aid can be applied to your study abroad program. Consult a Financial Aid Advisor to see if your aid can be increased in order to allocate for any additional costs associated with your study abroad program. Remember to accept your award in your portal!
4. Plan Ahead - Your Financial Aid Award will be disbursed on or around the first day of the quarter at Cal Poly, regardless of the actual start date of your study abroad program. Plan ahead to cover your plane ticket and other pre-departure or arrival costs, which you may need to pay for before your Award is disbursed.
5. Summer Financial Aid - Financial aid is limited in the summer. Awards typically consist of any unused loan amounts from the previous academic year. Consult a Financial Aid counselor for details.
Watch this video to learn about Financial Aid & Scholarships for Study Abroad:
Cal Poly Global Programs Scholarships (Open to students on Cal Poly Global Programs)
CSU IP Scholarships
Partner Program Discounts & Scholarships
National Study Abroad Scholarships
Country-/Region-Specific Scholarships
See also our Post-Baccalaureate Fellowships and Go Abroad Again pages for more ideas and resources.
2. Complete the FAFSA/CADAA - To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) by early March of the year before you plan to study abroad. Once your FAFSA/CADAA is complete, you will be considered for the various types of financial aid offered at Cal Poly, including grants and loans.
3. Get your Award Adjusted - Once your financial aid is awarded, verify which types of financial aid can be applied to your study abroad program. Consult a Financial Aid Advisor to see if your aid can be increased in order to allocate for any additional costs associated with your study abroad program. Remember to accept your award in your portal!
4. Plan Ahead - Your Financial Aid Award will be disbursed on or around the first day of the quarter at Cal Poly, regardless of the actual start date of your study abroad program. Plan ahead to cover your plane ticket and other pre-departure or arrival costs, which you may need to pay for before your Award is disbursed.
5. Summer Financial Aid - Financial aid is limited in the summer. Awards typically consist of any unused loan amounts from the previous academic year. Consult a Financial Aid counselor for details.
Note: The Financial Aid Office does not sign financial aid disbursement forms for Cal Poly Partner Programs. You need to accept any loans you wish to borrow, complete the form, and provide a copy of your Financial Aid Award Letter (print it from your Cal Poly Student Center, under "View Financial Aid"), and send both to your program directly. If you requested a budget increase, wait until the increase is reflected on your award before printing the award letter. |
CAL POLY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
APPLY FOR CAL POLY ADMINISTERED STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPS WITH ONE SIMPLE APPLICATION ON THIS SITE!
Cal Poly makes it easy to apply for all Cal Poly study abroad scholarships in one convenient application through this site. Learn more about our scholarships and how to submit an application below:
SUBMIT A SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
SEARCHING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS
You are encouraged to research and apply for merit- and need-based scholarships to help fund your study abroad experience. Below are several categories of scholarships and fundraising tools.Cal Poly Study Abroad Scholarships (Open to Cal Poly students)
Cal Poly Global Programs Scholarships (Open to students on Cal Poly Global Programs)
CSU IP Scholarships
Partner Program Discounts & Scholarships
National Study Abroad Scholarships
Country-/Region-Specific Scholarships
Other Scholarship Resources & Fundraising Tools
Post-Graduation and Graduate Studies Awards
Cal Poly Global Programs Scholarships (Open to students on Cal Poly Global Programs)
CSU IP Scholarships
Partner Program Discounts & Scholarships
National Study Abroad Scholarships
Country-/Region-Specific Scholarships
Other Scholarship Resources & Fundraising Tools
Post-Graduation and Graduate Studies Awards
Cal Poly Study Abroad Scholarships (Open to Cal Poly students)
- Bow Immersive Study Abroad Scholarships - For Cal Poly students with financial need available studying abroad in an immersive program (e.g., taking courses at a local university, living with a host family, participating in a full-year abroad program). At least one award of up to $8,000.
- Cal Poly Global Scholarship - Cal Poly in London - For students with high financial need who participate in the Cal Poly in London program. Up to $16,000.
- Cal Poly Global Scholarship - Cal Poly Programs - For students with high financial need participating in a Cal Poly Global Program or Cal Poly-approved program. Up to $16,000.
- CLA Access, Community and Equity stipends - For Cal Poly CLA students who are lower income or first generation college students to engage in high-impact educational experiences. $1,000.
- David Nathan Blanco Scholarship Endowment - For Cal Poly students in the Orfalea College of Business who study abroad. $500-$1,500.
- Dorothy Cooper Memorial Scholarship - For Cal Poly students majoring or minoring in English who study abroad. $1,000.
- John and Martha Rogers Scholarship - For Cal Poly students in the Orfalea College of Business who study abroad. $500-$1,250.
- Michael Koehn Memorial Scholarship Endowment - For Cal Poly students participating in Cal Poly-approved programs in the UK. Up to $2,100.
- Patrick and Eileen Smyth Endowed Scholarship - For Cal Poly students who study abroad in Ireland. $7,500.
- Take Flight Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in Cal Poly-approved programs; preference given to students from the Students Rising Above (SRA) program. $1,000.
Cal Poly Global Programs Scholarships (Open to students on Cal Poly Global Programs)
- Cal Poly in Peru Travel Scholarships - For Cal Poly students participating in the Cal Poly in Peru program. Up to $1,000.
- Cal Poly Global Scholarship - Cal Poly in London - For students with high financial need who participate in the Cal Poly in London program. Up to $16,000.
- Cal Poly Global Scholarship - Cal Poly Programs - For students with high financial need participating in a Cal Poly Global Program or Cal Poly-approved program. Up to $16,000.
- Harrelson Family Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in the Cal Poly in London program. $2,000.
- Jon M. Ericson Founders Endowment - For Cal Poly students participating in the Cal Poly in London program. $500-$1,500.
- Language & Culture in Mexico Travel Scholarships - For Cal Poly students participating in the Cal Poly in Mexico: Language & Culture program. $500.
- Michael Koehn Memorial Scholarship Endowment - For Cal Poly students participating in Cal Poly programs in the UK. Up to $2,100.
- William Martinez Memorial Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in the Cal Poly in Spain (Fall) program. $1,200.
CSU IP Scholarships
- CSU IP Scholarship Opportunities - Various awards for students participating in CSUIP programs. $750.
- Don Floyd Memorial Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in CSUIP programs. $1,000-$1,500.
Partner Program Discounts & Scholarships
- CEA CAPA Matthew Yount Memorial Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in CEA CAPA programs. $1,000-$1,500.
- CEA CAPA Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in CEA CAPA programs. Up to $1,500.
- CEA CAPA Discounts, Flight Credits, & Scholarships - For students participating in CEA CAPA programs, there is an automatic $200-$800 discount depending on the program. Additionally, CEA CAPA offers flight credits at the time of application, and scholarships ranging from $1,000-$10,000.
- CIEE-Cal Poly Partnership Scholarship - For Cal Poly students studying abroad on a CIEE program. Up to $500 for summer and $1500 for semester.
- CIEE Scholarships & Grants - Students may apply to CIEE for up to $5000 in need-based aid to participate in a CIEE program. Additional merit-based funding and discounts are also available.
- DIS Scholarships & Discounts - For students participating in DIS programs in Scandinavia. Cal Poly students receive Automatic Fee Reductions ($6,000 per semester / $500-$1,000 per summer). Additional scholarships available. $250-$10,000.
- FIE Scholarships & Program Discounts - For students participating in FIE programs (with the exception of the Cal Poly in London and Cal Poly in Ireland programs), there is an automatic $200-$2,000 discount depending on the program. Additionally, FIE offers summer, quarter and semester scholarships ranging from $1,000-$5,000.
- Semester at Sea Scholarships - For students participating in Semester at Sea. Over $5 Million in scholarships and grants is available directly from Semester at Sea. $250-$10,000.
- Cal Poly Semester at Sea Scholarships - For Cal Poly students participating in Semester at Sea. These scholarships from Semester at Sea are dedicated specifically to Cal Poly SLO students. $500-$2,500.
- SIT Study Abroad Scholarships - For students participating in SIT programs. $500-$5,000. For students who receive a Pell Grant. SIT will also automatically match that amount.
- TEAN Scholarships & Discounts - Cal Poly students receive Automatic Fee Reduction of $500 for semester/year long programs. For students participating in The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) programs. $500-$2,500.
- USAC Scholarships - For Cal Poly students participating in USAC programs. $Varies
National Study Abroad Scholarships
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Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship - For students in science, math, and engineering fields who study abroad. $7,500.
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Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship - For U.S. students who with high financial need who study abroad. Aims to diversify the types of students who go abroad and the countries where they go. $1,500-$8,000.
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Boren Awards for International Study - For U.S. students who study abroad to learn less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests. $8,000-$20,000.
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Critical Language Scholarship Program - Fully-funded overseas language and cultural program for U.S. students. $Varies.
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Fund for Education Abroad - For students who are underrepresented among the U.S. study abroad population. $1,000-$10,000.
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Generation Study Abroad Travel Grants - The Institute for International Education will will offer 100 grants of $2,000 per student. The program will provide a resource for Generation Study Abroad Commitment Partners from U.S. colleges and universities who complete their annual progress report as an opportunity to encourage supplementary funds to their students.
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Gilman-McCain Scholarship - Provides awards for child and spousal dependents of active duty service members to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. $5,000.
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Go Overseas Study & Intern Abroad Scholarship - For U.S. students who study and/or intern abroad. $500.
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Golden Key Scholarships - Various awards for Golden Key members who study abroad. $Varies.
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Rotary Scholarships - Various awards for international study; contact your local Rotary Club. $Varies.
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Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship - $1,000 scholarship for studying abroad in the fall or spring.
Country-/Region-Specific Scholarships
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Cal Poly in Peru Travel Scholarships - For Cal Poly students participating in 'Cal Poly in Peru.' $1,000.
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Cal Poly Global Scholars: London Scholarships - For Cal Poly students participating in 'Cal Poly in London.' $15,000.
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Harrelson Family Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in 'Cal Poly in London.' $2,000.
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Jon M. Ericson Founders Endowment - For Cal Poly students participating in 'Cal Poly in London.' $500-$1,500.
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Michael Koehn Memorial Scholarship Endowment - For Cal Poly students participating in 'Cal Poly in London.' $2,100.
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William Martinez Memorial Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in 'Cal Poly in Spain - Fall.' $1,200.
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Language & Culture in Mexico Travel Scholarships - For Cal Poly students participating in 'Language & Culture in Mexico.' $500.
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Asia: Freeman-Asia Scholarship - Need-based funding for study in Asia. $3,000-$7,000.
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Asia: Blakemore Foundation Scholarships - For graduate students studying language and/or arts in Japan, China, Korea, Thailand, or Vietnam. $Varies.
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China: Chinese Ministry of Education Scholarships - For U.S. students who study in China. $Varies.
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Denmark: Upper Midwest Rebild Scholarship Corporation - For U.S. students with Danish heritage. $1,000-$3,000.
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France: Benjamin Franklin Travel Grant - For U.S. students who study in France. $2,500.
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Germany: Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) Scholarships - Various awards for U.S. students who study in Germany. $Varies.
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Germany: UAS7 Study and Internship Programs for Engineers - Study and Internship Awards for Engineering students at a choice of 7 different universities in Germany
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Ireland: - Patrick and Eileen Smyth Endowed Scholarship - For Cal Poly students who study abroad in Ireland. $7,500.
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Japan: Bridging Scholarship - For U.S. undergraduate students who study in Japan. $2,500-$4,000.
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Japan: JASSO Scholarship - Japanese government funding for U.S. students who study in Japan. $Varies.
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Japan: Toshizo Watanabe Study Abroad Scholarship - provides financial assistance to Japanese and American undergraduate and graduate students pursuing study abroad program or international study in either the United States or Japan. $Varies.
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New Zealand: New Zealand Education Scholarships - Various awards for study in New Zealand. $500-$2,000.
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United Kingdom: AASAP/UK Lord Acton Memorial Scholarship - A merit-based scholarship for academic study in a study abroad program offered by an AASAP/UK member with a minimum length of eight weeks. £1,000.
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United Kingdom: Fulbright Summer Institutes for U.S. Undergraduates - For study at a UK Summer Institute in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland. $Varies.
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United States: Rangel Summer Enrichment Program - For participants in a summer program at Howard University in Washington D.C. designed to provide a deeper appreciation of current issues in international affairs. $3,200+.
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Various: Humanity in Action Fellowship - For students who want to engage in a community service experience in Europe while exploring issues of democracy, pluralism, human rights, and social justice.
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Don Floyd Memorial Scholarship - For Cal Poly students participating in CSU-IP programs. $1,000-$1,500.
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CSU-IP Scholarship Opportunities - Various awards for students participating in CSU-IP programs. $750.
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Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship - For students in science, math, and engineering fields who study abroad. $7,500.
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Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship - For U.S. students who with high financial need who study abroad. Aims to diversify the types of students who go abroad and the countries where they go. $1,500-$8,000.
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Boren Awards for International Study - For U.S. students who study abroad to learn less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests. $8,000-$20,000.
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Critical Language Scholarship Program - Fully-funded overseas language and cultural program for U.S. students. $Varies.
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Fund for Education Abroad - For students who study abroad in non-traditional destinations. Awards for student athletes and LGBTI students are also available. $1,250-$10,000.
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Generation Study Abroad Travel Grants - The Institute for International Education will will offer 100 grants of $2,000 per student. The program will provide a resource for Generation Study Abroad Commitment Partners from U.S. colleges and universities who complete their annual progress report as an opportunity to encourage supplementary funds to their students.
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Gilman-McCain Scholarship - Provides awards for child dependents of active duty service members to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. $5,000.
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Go Overseas Study & Intern Abroad Scholarship - For U.S. students who study and/or intern abroad. $500.
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Golden Key Scholarships - Various awards for Golden Key members who study abroad. $Varies.
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Rotary Scholarships - Various awards for international study; contact your local Rotary Club. $Varies.
LGBTI Scholarship Resources:
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eQuality Scholarship($6,000)
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Point Foundation Scholarship ($Varies)
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Human Rights Campaign Scholarships ($Varies)
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Davis-Putter Scholarship Fund (up to $10,000)
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Pride Foundation Scholarships ($Varies)
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APIQWTC Scholarship ($1,000)
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PFLAG National Scholarship ($1,000-$5,000)
Other Scholarship Resources & Fundraising Tools
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Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund - Scholarships for students of Asian/Pacific Islander heritage.
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Chegg.com - Free scholarship search engine.
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Diversity Abroad - Various study abroad and research scholarships.
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Fastweb - Free scholarship search tool.
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Fund My Travel - Easy to use fundraising campaign site.
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Gates Millennium Scholarships - Various awards for African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and other minorities.
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GoAbroad.com Scholarships & Financial Resources - Free scholarship advice and directory.
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Insight into Diversity Study Abroad Scholarship - For underrepresented students. $2,000.
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InternationalScholarships.com - International scholarships & awards database.
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IIE Passport Study Abroad Funding - Excellent search tool for study abroad scholarships.
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Scholarships.com - Free scholarship search tool.
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Studyabroad.com - Study abroad scholarships and financial aid information.
Post-Graduation and Graduate Studies Awards
See also our Post-Baccalaureate Fellowships and Go Abroad Again pages for more ideas and resources.-
Asia: Freeman-Asia Scholarship - Need-based funding for study in Asia. $3,000-$7,000.
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Asia: Blakemore Foundation Scholarships - For graduate students studying language and/or arts in Japan, China, Korea, Thailand, or Vietnam. $Varies.
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China: Chinese Ministry of Education Scholarships - For U.S. students who study in China. $Varies.
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Denmark: Upper Midwest Rebild Scholarship Corporation - For U.S. students with Danish heritage. $1,000-$3,000.
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France: Benjamin Franklin Travel Grant - For U.S. students who study in France. $2,500.
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Germany: Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) Scholarships - Various awards for U.S. students who study in Germany. $Varies.
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Germany: UAS7 Study and Internship Programs for Engineers - Study and Internship Awards for Engineering students at a choice of 7 different universities in Germany
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Ireland: - Patrick and Eileen Smyth Endowed Scholarship - For Cal Poly students who study abroad in Ireland. $7,500.
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Japan: Bridging Scholarship - For U.S. undergraduate students who study in Japan. $2,500-$4,000.
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Japan: JASSO Scholarship - Japanese government funding for U.S. students who study in Japan. $Varies.
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New Zealand: New Zealand Education Scholarships - Various awards for study in New Zealand. $500-$2,000.
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United Kingdom: Fulbright Summer Institutes for U.S. Undergraduates - For study at a UK Summer Institute in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland. $Varies.
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United States: Rangel Summer Enrichment Program - For participants in a summer program at Howard University in Washington D.C. designed to provide a deeper appreciation of current issues in international affairs. $3,200+.
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Various: Humanity in Action Fellowship - For students who want to engage in a community service experience in Europe while exploring issues of democracy, pluralism, human rights, and social justice.
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American-Scandinavian Foundation - Fellowships for individuals to pursue research, study, or creative arts practice in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, or Sweden. Up to $23,000.
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Anna Sobol Levy Foundation – Provides funding to undertake a Masters or Doctoral program in Australia. Includes travel and establishment allowances, monthly living stipend, tuition and fees, and health insurance. Up to $16,000.
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Boren Fellowships - Funding opportunities for U.S. graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests. Up to $24,000 per year.
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Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Junior Fellows Program – One year of funding available for recent graduates to work as research assistants in Washington, D.C. Contact Cal Poly rep Laura Hunkler at 805-756-5971.
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Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals - Yearlong awards for 75 Americans to study, intern, and experience cultural immersion in Germany. Candidates must have a strong interest in German and international affairs; candidates in business, vocational, scientific, engineering, and agricultural fields are especially encouraged to apply.
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Cultural Vistas - Various academic and internship programs outside the United States for young professionals.
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DAAD Awards for Germany - Funding for a wide variety of graduate study and other post-graduate activities in Germany, including research, language study, full degree programs, internships, and more. One specific program, RISE Professional, gives students in the fields of biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, and physics the chance to spent 2-6 months working in German companies.
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Ertegun Graduate Scholarship Programme in the Humanities (Oxford) – Ten scholarships are available for one- to two-year full-time master’s degrees and for three-year doctoral degrees. The award covers 100% of university and college fees, plus a grant for living costs.
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Fulbright U.S. Student Award – Yearlong grants are available for research, graduate study, and English teaching assistantships in a variety of countries around the world. Specialized awards are available in some fields and countries (e.g., Fulbright-NatGeo awards for digital storytelling, public policy, and more). Contact Fulbright Program Advisors Sara Otis, Study Abroad Program Coordinator at sotis@calpoly.edu or Cari Vanderkar, Assistant Vice Provost for International Programs at civander@calpoly.edu.
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Gates Cambridge Scholarship – Highly prestigious scholarships awarded to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue full-time graduate degrees at the University of Cambridge.
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JET Programme – Highly selective placement for recent graduates in paid English-teaching positions in Japan. $Varies.
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Marshall Scholarship – Highly competitive merit-based grant that provides full funding for outstanding U.S. citizens to study for one or two years at the graduate level in the United Kingdom.
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Mitchell Scholarship (Ireland) – Up to twelve Mitchell Scholars are selected annually for one academic year of graduate level study in Ireland and Northern Ireland. The award is designed to connect generations of future American leaders to Ireland, while recognizing and fostering intellectual achievement, leadership, and a commitment to community and public service.
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New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS) – Awards cover full tuition fees in PhD programs at any of New Zealand’s eight universities, and a living stipend for up to 36 months.
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Oxford Perishing Square Graduate Scholarship – Up to five scholarships for one year of study in MBA programs at Oxford University are awarded annually to support extraordinary individuals in developing their potential as future global leaders.
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Peace Corps – Offers unique opportunities to pair graduate studies at one of more than 90 U.S. academic institutions with Volunteer service abroad.
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Pickering Fellowships – Awards for outstanding individuals from all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds who have an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career with the U.S. Department of State. Funding covers two years of a master’s level program in public policy, international affairs, public administration, business, economics, political science, sociology, or foreign languages.
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Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program – Thirty awards are provided annually to recent graduates pursuing careers in the Foreign Service. The award supports two years of graduate study, professional development activities, and entry into the Foreign Service. Fields of study include international affairs, economics, history, political science, public administration, communications, public policy, business administration, and foreign languages. Members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service are prioritized.
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Rhodes Scholarship – Provides full funding for outstanding U.S. applicants to complete a graduate degree at Oxford University in the UK. For advising, contact Emeritus Professor Michael Wenzl at mwenzl@calpoly.edu.
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Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship – Transatlantic initiative that offers 15 accomplished U.S. students the opportunity to complete a comprehensive professional development program in Germany.
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Rotary Peace Fellowship – Up to 100 individuals from around the world are selected annually to receive fully funded academic fellowships at one of Rotary’s peace centers in Australia, England, Japan, Sweden, Thailand, and the U.S. Awards include tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses. Applicants should have a strong background in volunteering and community service.
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Swedish Scholarship Awards – Up to three awards are provided annually for full funding for two years in a master’s degree program in Sweden.
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American-Scandinavian Foundation - Fellowships for individuals to pursue research, study, or creative arts practice in Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, or Sweden. Up to $23,000.
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Anna Sobol Levy Foundation – Provides funding to undertake a Masters or Doctoral program in Australia. Includes travel and establishment allowances, monthly living stipend, tuition and fees, and health insurance. Up to $16,000.
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Boren Fellowships - Funding opportunities for U.S. graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests. Up to $24,000 per year.
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Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Junior Fellows Program – One year of funding available for recent graduates to work as research assistants in Washington, D.C. Contact Cal Poly rep Laura Hunkler at 805-756-5971.
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Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals - Yearlong awards for 75 Americans to study, intern, and experience cultural immersion in Germany. Candidates must have a strong interest in German and international affairs; candidates in business, vocational, scientific, engineering, and agricultural fields are especially encouraged to apply.
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Cultural Vistas - Various academic and internship programs outside the United States for young professionals.
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DAAD Awards for Germany - Funding for a wide variety of graduate study and other post-graduate activities in Germany, including research, language study, full degree programs, internships, and more. One specific program, RISE Professional, gives students in the fields of biology, chemistry, engineering, geology, and physics the chance to spent 2-6 months working in German companies.
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Ertegun Graduate Scholarship Programme in the Humanities (Oxford) – Ten scholarships are available for one- to two-year full-time master’s degrees and for three-year doctoral degrees. The award covers 100% of university and college fees, plus a grant for living costs.
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Fulbright U.S. Student Award – Yearlong grants are available for research, graduate study, and English teaching assistantships in a variety of countries around the world. Specialized awards are available in some fields and countries (e.g., Fulbright-NatGeo awards for digital storytelling, Fulbright-MtvU awards, Fulbright-Clinton awards for public policy, and more). Contact Cari Moore, Director of the Cal Poly International Center to discuss the campus application process (email: cmoore36@calpoly.edu, phone 805-756-2945).
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Gates Cambridge Scholarship – Highly prestigious scholarships awarded to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue full-time graduate degrees at the University of Cambridge.
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JET Programme – Highly selective placement for recent graduates in paid English-teaching positions in Japan. $Varies.
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Marshall Scholarship – Highly competitive merit-based grant that provides full funding for outstanding U.S. citizens to study for one or two years at the graduate level in the United Kingdom.
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Mitchell Scholarship (Ireland) – Up to twelve Mitchell Scholars are selected annually for one academic year of graduate level study in Ireland and Northern Ireland. The award is designed to connect generations of future American leaders to Ireland, while recognizing and fostering intellectual achievement, leadership, and a commitment to community and public service.
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New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS) – Awards cover full tuition fees in PhD programs at any of New Zealand’s eight universities, and a living stipend for up to 36 months.
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Oxford Perishing Square Graduate Scholarship – Up to five scholarships for one year of study in MBA programs at Oxford University are awarded annually to support extraordinary individuals in developing their potential as future global leaders.
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Peace Corps Offers unique opportunities to pair graduate studies at one of more than 90 U.S. academic institutions with Volunteer service abroad.
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Pickering Fellowships – Awards for outstanding individuals from all ethnic, racial, and social backgrounds who have an interest in pursuing a Foreign Service career with the U.S. Department of State. Funding covers two years of a master’s level program in public policy, international affairs, public administration, business, economics, political science, sociology, or foreign languages.
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Rangel Graduate Fellowship Program – Thirty awards are provided annually to recent graduates pursuing careers in the Foreign Service. The award supports two years of graduate study, professional development activities, and entry into the Foreign Service. Fields of study include international affairs, economics, history, political science, public administration, communications, public policy, business administration, and foreign languages. Members of minority groups historically underrepresented in the Foreign Service are prioritized.
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Rhodes Scholarship – Provides full funding for outstanding U.S. applicants to complete a graduate degree at Oxford University in the UK. For advising, contact Emeritus Professor Michael Wenzl at mwenzl@calpoly.edu.
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Robert Bosch Foundation Fellowship – Transatlantic initiative that offers 15 accomplished U.S. students the opportunity to complete a comprehensive professional development program in Germany.
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Rotary Peace Fellowship – Up to 100 individuals from around the world are selected annually to receive fully funded academic fellowships at one of Rotary’s peace centers in Australia, England, Japan, Sweden, Thailand, and the U.S. Awards include tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses. Applicants should have a strong background in volunteering and community service.
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Swedish Scholarship Awards – Up to three awards are provided annually for full funding for two years in a master’s degree program in Sweden.
Boren Awards for Study Abroad
- Watch the Boren Awards for Study Abroad Info Session Video.
- Visit the Boren Awards for Study Abroad website.
Scholarship Tips
- Dedicate several hours to browsing scholarships.
- Set a goal to identify 3-5 scholarships or grants to which you will apply.
- Set aside several days to work on your scholarship applications.
- Apply for scholarships around the same time you are applying to study abroad.
- Remember: focus on quality in your study abroad scholarship applications!
Scholarship & Financial Aid Advising
- Attend a Financial Aid & Scholarships for Study Abroad Workshop.
- Stop by for some drop-in peer advising. Current hours listed on our Study Abroad Advising Webpage.
- Email the Study Abroad Team at studyabroad@calpoly.edu.