Semester Scholarships
Spring & Fall Semester Study Abroad Scholarships
Semester Scholarship Deadlines
Fall - APRIL 1
Winter/Spring - OCTOBER 15
Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship - MARCH 7
- CIEE awards more than 1,000 scholarships per term
Fall and Spring Semester Study Abroad Scholarships
Looking for Fall or Spring semester 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 $2,500 Gilman Go Global Grant and more, our scholarships & grants help meet the needs of our students and provide more equitable access to our semester abroad programs. Check out our semester scholarship & grants below!
Based on students' Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) 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 semester program(s) fees** | $2,500 |
| GAIN Travel Grant | EFC up to 10,000 guaranteed; other EFCs considered post deadline | Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program*** | $1,500 |
| Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Grant | Current attendee at an MSI. Award supports high-need students based on Student Aid Report (SAR) and availability of funds. | Deducted from program fees | $2,000 for semester |
Note: EFC (Expected Family Contribution) is being replaced by SAI (Student Aid Index) for the 2024-2025 FAFSA cycle. Due to unexpected FAFSA delays during the transition, CIEE will accept the 2023-2024 FAFSA (EFC) or the 2024-2025 FAFSA (SAI) for Fall 2024. For students who provide the 2023-2024 FAFSA (EFC), we will continue to guarantee GAIN Travel Grants to those with EFCs of 10,000 or less. For students who provide the 2024-2025 FAFSA (SAI), we will guarantee GAIN Travel Grants to Pell Eligible students. Applications must received by the April 1st deadline for the guarantee. Students with high need should still apply even if they do not meet the criteria noted above.
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 | QUALIFICATIONS | DESCRIPTION | AMOUNT (Up TO) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglass-O'Connell Scholars Grant | Qualified applicants not chosen for a full Fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant | Deduction from program fees | $1,500 |
| McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing and Public Health | Academic achievement and acceptance into a program focused on health sciences, nursing, or public health | Deduction from program fees | $2,500 |
| Ping Scholarship for Academic Excellence | Academic achievement | Deduction from program fees | $2,500 |
| Ritzmann Tropical and Marine Ecology Scholarship | Academic achievement and acceptance into a program focused on tropical or marine ecology | Deduction from program fees | $2,500 |
| Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarship | Academic achievement and acceptance into a qualified program | Deduction from program fees | $2,500 |
| Wollitzer Merit Scholarship in Area or Comparative Studies | Academic achievement and acceptance into a qualified program | Deduction from program fees | $2,500 |
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 | $1,500 |
| 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 |
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 EFC of 10,000 or less must submit their CIEE Scholarships & Grants application by these dates to be guaranteed a GAIN Travel Grant. Students with EFCs 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 maximum semester scholarships caps.
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