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Top 77 Study Abroad Scholarships in April 2024

Written by Will Geiger

Will Geiger is the co-founder of Scholarships360 and has a decade of experience in college admissions and financial aid. He is a former Senior Assistant Director of Admissions at Kenyon College where he personally reviewed 10,000 admissions applications and essays. Will also managed the Kenyon College merit scholarship program and served on the financial aid appeals committee. He has also worked as an Associate Director of College Counseling at a high school in New Haven, Connecticut. Will earned his master’s in education from the University of Pennsylvania and received his undergraduate degree in history from Wake Forest University.

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Updated: April 2nd, 2024

When you are thinking about studying abroad, cost is one of the most important factors to consider. After all, study abroad can be expensive! Students will have to pay for tuition, plane tickets, meals, room & board, and other expenses. The good news is that study abroad scholarships and financial aid can help make study abroad affordable!

In fact, in some situations, students can wind up saving money by studying abroad. Keep on reading to learn more about how you can pay for your study abroad experience! We will be profiling some of the top scholarship and financial aid opportunities available to high school and college students.

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$10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Scholarships360

Exclusive
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Scholarships360

Exclusive

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high…Show More

The Scholarships360 $10,000 “No Essay” Scholarship is open to all students who want some extra help paying for their education. Whether you are a high school student who hopes to go to college, a graduate student who’s in a master’s program, or an adult learner who wants to return to school, you are eligible for our no essay scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to students who get the most out of Scholarships360 scholarships and content. You will be a strong applicant if you apply to scholarships with the Scholarships360 platform. Finalists for this scholarship will be interviewed about their process for funding their education.Show Less

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

$2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application
1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students

Offered by Sallie Mae

Easy Application

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for…

Sallie Mae will award $2,000 each month to eligible entrants. No essay or account sign-ups, just a simple scholarship for those seeking help paying for school.

1 award worth $2,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level HS Upperclassmen, College & Graduate Students
Apply

Corinne Jeannine Schillings Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Corinne Jeannine Schillings Foundation

Multiple awards worth $1,500
Deadline May 17, 2024
Grade Level College Students

Offered by Corinne Jeannine Schillings Foundation

If you have attained the Girl Scout Silver or Gold Award, then you may be eligible to receive a scholarship from the Corinne Jeannine Schillings…Show More

If you have attained the Girl Scout Silver or Gold Award, then you may be eligible to receive a scholarship from the Corinne Jeannine Schillings…Show More

If you have attained the Girl Scout Silver or Gold Award, then you may be eligible to receive a scholarship from the Corinne Jeannine Schillings Foundation! This organization is dedicated to supporting college women who want to learn about other cultures through foreign language study and/or study abroad. The foundation offers two types of scholarships for Silver and Gold Award Girl Scouts – the “Scholarship to Study a Foreign Language” and the “Scholarship to Study Abroad”. If you have a background in Girl Scouts and you’re interested in learning about other cultures, you’d be a perfect candidate for this scholarship!Show Less

Multiple awards worth $1,500
Deadline May 17, 2024
Grade Level College Students
Get Started

$40,000 Build a College List Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application
Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Junior

Offered by The College Board

Easy Application

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Create a college list with six schools you're considering - no minimum GPA or essay required!

Multiple awards worth up to $40,000
Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Junior
Apply

GyanDhan Scholarship

Offered by GyanDhan

1 award worth $1,203
Deadline Aug 31, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students

Offered by GyanDhan

Are you an Indian resident with an undergraduate degree from an Indian university who plans to pursue a 2-year postgraduate course in the US, Canada,…Show More

Are you an Indian resident with an undergraduate degree from an Indian university who plans to pursue a 2-year postgraduate course in the US, Canada,…Show More

Are you an Indian resident with an undergraduate degree from an Indian university who plans to pursue a 2-year postgraduate course in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, or Germany? If so, the GyanDhan Scholarship may be an amazing opportunity for you! Each year, the scholarship awards INR 100,000 (approximately $1,200 USD) to the top applicant. To apply, interested students must submit their university acceptance letter, GRE/GMAT score, TOEFL/IELTS score, a resume, a ~1,500-word statement of purpose, and an optional letter of recommendation. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

1 award worth $1,203
Deadline Aug 31, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students
Get Started

Niche $25,000 “No Essay” Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Niche

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Niche

Easy Application

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

Easy scholarship open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year!

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

Fulbright-Charles University Distinguished Scholar

Offered by Council for International Exchange of Scholars

Multiple awards worth $6,000
Deadline Sep 16, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students

Offered by Council for International Exchange of Scholars

The "Fulbright-Charles University Distinguished Scholar" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in conducting research and teaching courses in any discipline at…Show More

The "Fulbright-Charles University Distinguished Scholar" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in conducting research and teaching courses in any discipline at…Show More

The "Fulbright-Charles University Distinguished Scholar" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in conducting research and teaching courses in any discipline at Charles University in Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic. Selected Scholars will be required to teach one or two courses (maximum three hours) per week at advanced undergraduate and graduate levels, consult on curriculum development, discuss their topic of specialization with faculty, and conduct research in their area of specialization at Charles University. To apply, you obtain a letter of invitation to apply, which should state the dates of the grant, the name of the host contact person, accessibility of research facilities, and the extent of other support provided. In addition, you must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. If you wish to conduct research and/or teach in the Czech Republic, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth $6,000
Deadline Sep 16, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students
Get Started

Fulbright-University of Birmingham Distinguished Scholar Award (All Disciplines)

Offered by Council for International Exchange of Scholars

1 award worth $34,800
Deadline Sep 16, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students

Offered by Council for International Exchange of Scholars

The "Fulbright University of Birmingham Distinguished Scholar Award" enables a prominent U.S. professor in any discipline to be based at the University of Birmingham, with…Show More

The "Fulbright University of Birmingham Distinguished Scholar Award" enables a prominent U.S. professor in any discipline to be based at the University of Birmingham, with…Show More

The "Fulbright University of Birmingham Distinguished Scholar Award" enables a prominent U.S. professor in any discipline to be based at the University of Birmingham, with access to all the University's research collections, and provides an opportunity for them to undertake research and build links in the UK. The University of Birmingham has a long tradition of forging purposeful, innovative, and collaborative research connections across the world but particularly with the United States. The selected Distinguished Scholar should contribute to the intellectual life of the host university through seminars, public lectures, and curriculum development. The award is open to U.S. academics from a broad range of disciplinary backgrounds with the capacity to steer and contribute to research and teaching activities. If you're a distinguished U.S. professor wanting to teach and establish connections at the University of Birmingham, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading for more information.Show Less

1 award worth $34,800
Deadline Sep 16, 2024
Grade Level Graduate Students
Get Started

$25k “Be Bold” No-Essay Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application
1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels

Offered by Bold.org

Easy Application

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

Open to high school students, college students, community college students, and graduate students.

1 award worth $25,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level All Grade Levels
Apply

Good Neighbor Scholarship Program

Offered by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Are you a native-born citizen and resident of a country in the "Western and American Hemisphere" and have resided in the Western Hemisphere for at…Show More

Are you a native-born citizen and resident of a country in the "Western and American Hemisphere" and have resided in the Western Hemisphere for at…Show More

Are you a native-born citizen and resident of a country in the "Western and American Hemisphere" and have resided in the Western Hemisphere for at least five years? Further, do you wish to pursue higher education in the state of Texas and intend to return to your home country to live after completing a program of study in Texas? If so, the Good Neighbor Scholarship Program may be a great opportunity for you! Each year, the program awards scholarships to Western and American Hemisphere (non-American or Cuban citizens/residents) wanting to pursue higher education in Texas. Bear in mind that individuals who apply for Permanent Resident status or who have dual citizenship are not eligible. As each institution has unique application requirements and deadline(s), we recommend contacting your institution (in Texas) for more information. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

Project GO Scholarship

Offered by Project GO

Multiple awards worth Full Ride
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Project GO

Are you an ROTC student who wants to improve your language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills? If so, consider applying for the Project…Show More

Are you an ROTC student who wants to improve your language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills? If so, consider applying for the Project…Show More

Are you an ROTC student who wants to improve your language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills? If so, consider applying for the Project GO Scholarship! The Project GO Scholarship is open to ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) and PLC (Marine Platoon Leaders Class) students planning to improve their language skills, regional expertise, and intercultural communication skills. Applicants must also be willing to remain in ROTC or PLC for the duration of their program. The scholarship is sponsored by the Defense Language and National Security Education Office (DLNSEO), a branch of the U.S. Department of Defense that provides strategic direction, supports policy development, and provides oversight for the Military Departments and Defense Agencies on present and future requirements related to language, regional expertise, and culture. The DLNSEO also offers a portfolio of programs that provide language support for the Department. Recipients of the DLNSEO's Project GO Scholarship are awarded the full expenses to cover living costs and accommodations for their program. If you’re an ROTC or PLC member passionate about intercultural communication, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth Full Ride
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

$10,000 CollegeXpress Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application
1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by CollegeXpress

Easy Application

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Annual $10k scholarship from CollegeXpress open to all high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

1 award worth $10,000
Deadline May 1, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

Ibn Battuta Scholarship

Offered by Qalam Wa Lawh Center

Multiple awards worth Full Ride
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College Upperclassmen & Graduate Students

Offered by Qalam Wa Lawh Center

Are you passionate about studying the Arabic language and the promotion of it as a foreign language? If so, you may be eligible for the…Show More

Are you passionate about studying the Arabic language and the promotion of it as a foreign language? If so, you may be eligible for the…Show More

Are you passionate about studying the Arabic language and the promotion of it as a foreign language? If so, you may be eligible for the Ibn Battuta Scholarship! The Ibn Battuta Scholarship is open to individuals who have studied the Arabic Language for at least four (4) university semesters and who are planning to enroll in one of the study abroad semester programs offered at the Qalam wa Lawh center in Rabat, Morocco. The scholarship is offered by Qalam Wa Lawh Center, Morocco's leading provider of Arabic language instruction to students and working professionals from around the world. To promote the study of Arabic, each semester, the scholarship awards five (5) full scholarships covering all tuition and housing costs and ten (10) partial scholarships covering only tuition for students for the duration of the program. If you’re passionate about the Arabic language and are looking for some help to pay off your study abroad plans, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth Full Ride
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College Upperclassmen & Graduate Students
Get Started

Foreign Fulbright Student Program

Offered by U.S. Department of State

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Varies
Grade Level Graduate Students

Offered by U.S. Department of State

Are you an international student interested in studying and conducting research in the United States? If so, consider applying for the Foreign Fulbright Student Program!…Show More

Are you an international student interested in studying and conducting research in the United States? If so, consider applying for the Foreign Fulbright Student Program!…Show More

Are you an international student interested in studying and conducting research in the United States? If so, consider applying for the Foreign Fulbright Student Program! The program is open to young students, artists, and professionals from outside the U.S. looking to pursue their graduate degrees or conduct research at a university in the U.S. To find out if your country offers the program, check out this list of nations with FTLA programs. The program is jointly offered by the U.S. Department of State and Fulbright, an international educational exchange program that hopes to serve as a "catalyst for peace and an interconnected world". It offers international graduate students, young professionals, and artists opportunities to study, conduct research, or teach their native language in the U.S. through merit-based grants. If you are interested in studying, conducting research, or teaching in the U.S., we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Varies
Grade Level Graduate Students
Get Started

$1,000 Appily Easy College Money Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Appily

Easy Application
Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore

Offered by Appily

Easy Application

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be…Show More

This easy scholarship from Appily is open to U.S. high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, 2027) and college transfer students. One scholarship will be awarded each month.Show Less

Monthly awards worth $1,000
Deadline Apr 30, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshman, High School Sophomore, High School Junior, College Freshman & College Sophomore
Apply

Georges Lurcy Fellowships

Offered by Georges Lurcy Charitable and Educational Trust

Multiple awards worth $20,000
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College & Graduate Students

Offered by Georges Lurcy Charitable and Educational Trust

Are you a student in France interested in studying abroad in the U.S.? If so, consider applying for the Georges Lurcy Fellowships! These scholarships are…Show More

Are you a student in France interested in studying abroad in the U.S.? If so, consider applying for the Georges Lurcy Fellowships! These scholarships are…Show More

Are you a student in France interested in studying abroad in the U.S.? If so, consider applying for the Georges Lurcy Fellowships! These scholarships are open to French students wanting to study abroad at American universities for a year. The Georges Lurcy Charitable and Educational Trust have funded and awarded the scholarship since 2001 in an effort to promote teamwork between America and France and support the global education of students in both countries. The goal for students is to receive an education in the field of their choice (and how it pertains to the United States) and to experience life on an American campus. Each year, scholarships worth approximately $20,000 are awarded to six (6) lucky applicants to help pay for tuition, room and board, books, and the round-trip ticket between France and the United States. If you are a French student looking for a study abroad opportunity in the U.S., we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth $20,000
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College & Graduate Students
Get Started

OAS Academic Scholarships Program (Undergraduate)

Offered by Organization of American States

Multiple awards worth up to $10,000
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College Upperclassmen

Offered by Organization of American States

Are you a college junior or senior interested in studying abroad? If so, consider applying for the OAS Academic Scholarships Program (Undergraduate)! The scholarship is…Show More

Are you a college junior or senior interested in studying abroad? If so, consider applying for the OAS Academic Scholarships Program (Undergraduate)! The scholarship is…Show More

Are you a college junior or senior interested in studying abroad? If so, consider applying for the OAS Academic Scholarships Program (Undergraduate)! The scholarship is open to students from the U.S. and any other OAS Member States in the last two years of their studies leading to a bachelor’s degree. Applicants should have the desire to study in another OAS Member State (excluding their home country) and return to and remain in their home country for at least two years following the completion of their studies abroad. The Organization of American States (OAS), the premier regional forum for political discussion, is proud to offer this and other scholarships to help students achieve their educational goals. Every year, they select multiple recipients to earn up to $10,000 for tuition and mandatory fees, health insurance, monthly allowance, roundtrip airfare, and school books. If you are a college upperclassman looking for a study abroad opportunity, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth up to $10,000
Deadline Varies
Grade Level College Upperclassmen
Get Started

$5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship

This scholarship has been verified by the scholarship providing organization.

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application
1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors

Offered by Christian Connector

Easy Application

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian…

Students applying to the $5,000 Christian Connector Scholarship must be current high school students (Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027) interested in attending a Christian university or college.

1 award worth $5,000
Deadline May 31, 2024
Grade Level High School Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors
Apply

Israel Experience High School Scholarship Program

Offered by Jewish United Fund

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Triannual
Grade Level High School Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors

Offered by Jewish United Fund

Are you a Jewish high school student from the Chicago metropolitan area wanting to participate in a study abroad program in Israel? If so, consider…Show More

Are you a Jewish high school student from the Chicago metropolitan area wanting to participate in a study abroad program in Israel? If so, consider…Show More

Are you a Jewish high school student from the Chicago metropolitan area wanting to participate in a study abroad program in Israel? If so, consider applying for the Israel Experience High School Scholarship Program! The Israel Experience High School Scholarship Program is open to Jewish high school students living in the Chicago metropolitan area who have applied for a study abroad program in Israel that does not begin until after the scholarship application deadline. The scholarship is offered by the Jewish United Fund, the central philanthropic center of Chicago's Jewish community and one of the largest not-for-profit social welfare institutions in Illinois. The goals of the Jewish United Fund Israel Experience Scholarship Program are to strengthen students' Jewish identities, develop a greater commitment to the Chicago Jewish community, and promote leadership in the Jewish community. The scholarship is offered triannually, with deadlines on March 15th, June 1st, and November 1st of each year. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Multiple awards worth Varies
Deadline Triannual
Grade Level High School Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors
Get Started

David Porter Need-Based Diversity Scholarship

Offered by Institute for the International Education of Students

2 awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Biannual
Grade Level College Students

Offered by Institute for the International Education of Students

Do you belong to a group (race, sexuality, disability, etc.) that has been historically underrepresented on study abroad programs? Further, are you currently attending a…Show More

Do you belong to a group (race, sexuality, disability, etc.) that has been historically underrepresented on study abroad programs? Further, are you currently attending a…Show More

Do you belong to a group (race, sexuality, disability, etc.) that has been historically underrepresented on study abroad programs? Further, are you currently attending a university that is a member of the IES Abroad Consortium? If both apply, consider applying to the David Porter Need-Based Diversity Scholarship! The scholarship is offered biannually, with deadlines on May 1st and November 1st of each year. Each application cycle, the scholarship awards up to $5,000 to two lucky applicants. In order to apply, students must apply to an IES Abroad Program and complete the connected application. The scholarship is offered by IES Abroad, an organization with a mission to “educate students to become global leaders through premier study abroad and internship programs.” If you belong to a historically underrepresented group and dream of studying abroad, we encourage you to apply to the David Porter Need-Based Diversity Scholarship!Show Less

2 awards worth up to $5,000
Deadline Biannual
Grade Level College Students
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How to win study abroad scholarships

As you begin writing your study abroad scholarship applications, be sure to focus on what you hope to accomplish in your time abroad. Speak about past experiences and how they will help equip you to make the most of your experience. And be sure to fit the programs you’re applying for into your general career trajectory.

Remember, study abroad can be a period of exploration and fun, but scholarship providers are not looking to fund a vacation. Be sure to speak of your semester abroad in terms of a learning experience and discuss clear goals you have for your time there. If you are learning the language of the country you’d study in, be sure to put that front-and-center, and discuss how being in that country will help you achieve fluency.

Writing an effective essay

Scholarship essays are their own artform, and there are many tips and tricks to help you write an effective application. We have guides to help you through that process. Let us help you start and end your scholarship essays, tailor your writing to 250 or 500 word limits, and write effectively about yourself. Be sure also to check out our guide to writing scholarship resumes, and responding to common scholarship prompts.

Need-based financial aid for studying abroad

One of the great things about study abroad is that students can qualify for financial aid to study abroad (just like any other academic semester). This means that any need-based financial aid you are receiving can be applied to pay for your study abroad semester. This includes need-based grants specifically from your college, as well as Pell Grants.

This means that students will need to submit their FAFSA each year (as well as any other financial aid forms that your institution requires).

Students who are receiving merit-based scholarships will also be able to apply their awards to a study abroad experience. In fact, some merit and full ride scholarships will offer students a specific stipend for study abroad.

Related: Everything you need to know about the Fulbright Scholarship

Resources for students studying abroad

Studyabroad.com handbook

This handbook walks you through each step of the study abroad process, from choosing a location, to preparing for your program, to making the most of it once you’re there. If ever in doubt, this handbook probably has an answer for you!

CIEE

CIEE is a popular study abroad program provider. You can check their website for a list of available programs — even if you don’t end up going with them, it’s a good way to get a general survey of what study abroad programs look like.

U.S. State Department Visa Services

Unfortunately, study abroad isn’t all fun and games! There is a fair amount of paperwork you’ll have to complete, and one of the first steps, and the one you should be the most careful about, is the visa. You’ll need to get a student visa for wherever you are going. Start this process early, so if there are any complications, it won’t foil your plans to study abroad.

U.S. State Department Passport Services

It’s time to pull your passport out of that dusty drawer and check to make sure it’s all in order. Make sure that it does not expire within six months of the date of the end of your program. Some countries make this a requirement for entry. Passport services often take a long time, so be sure to start this early and keep on top of the process.

Frequently asked questions

Is my tuition the same if I study abroad?

Tuition typically does not change when you study abroad. However, this can vary on a college-by-college basis. Make sure to be in touch with your school’s international study office, and financial aid office.

How can I get a full scholarship to study abroad?

If you are looking to study abroad through a program at an American university, you’ll have to get a full scholarship to your home university to study abroad for free. This is because you will still be paying tuition at your home school, regardless of whether you are studying abroad or not. However, some international schools offer tuition-free education. For more on this, check out our article on countries with free college.

Can I still use a Pell Grant if I am studying abroad?

If you are studying abroad through an accredited American university, you’ll be able to use a Pell Grant to fund your studies. So long as you are technically taking the courses through your university, there will be no issue. However, if you unenroll from your home school and enroll at an overseas university, you will not be able to use the Pell Grant. 

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