Quarter Scholarships
Quarter Study Abroad Scholarships
Quarter Term Scholarship Deadlines
Fall/Summer - APRIL 1
Winter/Spring - OCTOBER 15
Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship - OCTOBER 3
- CIEE awards more than 1,000 scholarships per term
2 consecutive Blocks equals a “Quarter” – even in the summer!
Short Term Study Abroad Scholarships
Looking for Quarter study abroad scholarships? We’ve got you covered, as we offer a variety of need, merit, and other scholarships & grants to help you on your journey.
Ranging from our $200 referral program to our $1,500 Frederick Douglass O’Connell Scholars Grant and more, our scholarships & grants help meet the needs of our students and provide more equitable access to our quarter term abroad programs. Check out our quarter term scholarship & grants below!
Based on students' Student Aid Index (SAI) from their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
| Name | Qualifications | DESCRIPTION | Amount (up to) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilman Go Global Grant | Qualified Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship applicants | Deducted from quarter program(s) fees** | $1,500 |
| GAIN Travel Grant | SAI up to 10,000 guaranteed; other SAIs considered post deadline | Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program*** | $1,500 |
Based on academic achievement. Complete the Scholarships & Grants portion of your program application, along with an essay, to be considered for all awards to which you are eligible.
| Name | DESCRIPTION | AMOUNT (Up TO) |
|---|---|---|
| Douglass-O'Connell Scholars Grant | Deduction from program fees | $1,500 |
| McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing and Public Health | Deduction from program fees | $1,500 |
| Ping Scholarship for Academic Excellence | Deduction from program fees | $1,500 |
| Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarship | Deduction from program fees | $1,500 |
| Wollitzer Merit Scholarship in Area or Comparative Studies | Deduction from program fees | $1,500 |
Awards are based on program, alumni status, or enrolled institution.
| Name | Qualifications | DESCRIPTION | Amount (up to) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Abroad Again Grant | CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni | Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms | $1,000 |
| Refer-a-Friend Rewards | Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifications. | Earn a cash reward for each person you refer who travels on a CIEE program | $200 per successful referral |
| Trailblazer Grant | Students who travel on a qualifying spring, summer, or fall 2026 program | Earn a flight voucher for your eligible CIEE program | Up to $1,000 |
Get Started
1
Read the How to Apply page to understand all your options
2
Search for your study abroad or internship program and start your application
3
Complete the Scholarship & Grants application before the deadline
(April 1/October 15, depending on your term)
Terms and Conditions
**Need-Based Grants: Students must submit their CIEE Scholarships & Grants application by these dates and provide proof of an eligible application to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.
***Need-Based Grants: Students with an SAI of 10,000 or less must submit their CIEE Scholarships & Grants application by these dates to be guaranteed a GAIN Travel Grant. Students with SAIs above 10,000 should still apply, but they will be considered after the Scholarships and Grants Deadline. The GAIN Travel Grant is valid toward outbound and return airfare on CIEE programs. This is a credit with our partner travel agency and has no cash value. If you are selected for a GAIN Travel Grant, CIEE will not reimburse you for out-of-pocket travel costs. If your institution covers your flights, you are not eligible for a GAIN Travel Grant.
Review the quarter term maximum scholarship caps.
Related Links
Semester Scholarships | Summer Scholarships | Single Block Scholarships | How to Apply