Scholarships and other sources of funding are available to supplement your existing financial resources. Scholarship application deadlines do not necessarily correspond with program application deadlines. In fact, scholarship applications are often due earlier. Start researching early!
Students who receive scholarships and wish to transfer credit from their time abroad must apply for approval to participate in an education abroad program (get started with the Education Abroad Workshop). Students who receive scholarships and are not earning credit or planning to transfer credit from their time abroad still need to register their travel if they receive University funding, work with University offices to secure outside scholarships, or if their travel otherwise falls under the definition of travel for University-related purposes per the University Policy on Student International Travel. Not sure about what you need to do? Contact us.
ISO-Administered Scholarships
The ISO administers around a dozen different education abroad awards, many of which students can apply for via one "common app" Education Abroad Scholarship Application. With the common app, UVA students submit one application and are considered for all of the participating awards for which they are qualified. In 2018-2019, over $250,000 was awarded to UVA students through ISO-Administered scholarships.
Click here for a list of ISO-Administered Scholarships.
- CIEE Membership Student Grant
CIEE aims to support education abroad participation by offering grant funds to students enrolled at CIEE Academic Consortium Member institutions. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Dee Family Global Scholarship
The Dee Family Global Scholarship was created to support UVA student participation in innovative student learning through study or research abroad that demonstrates well-constructed plans, partnership with the local community, and the potential for continued inquiry. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Ellen Bayard Weedon Travel Grant
The East Asia Center aims to support students pursing language and cultural study in East Asia. The grant is primarily for study abroad that includes study of the local language. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Founders Travel Grant
The East Asia Center aims to support students pursing language and cultural study in East Asia The grant is primarily for study abroad that includes study of the local language. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Global Internships Summer Travel Grant for UVA Internship Programs
Thanks to the generous support of the Vice-Provost for Global Affairs and under the aegis of the International Studies Office, UVA Global Internships is committed to supporting undergraduate students who participate in UVA's international internship programs. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- ISO Scholarship
The International Studies Office wishes to support undergraduate students who demonstrate the interest and inclination to become global citizens. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- IWL Study Abroad Scholarship
The Institute of World Languages (IWL) aims to support undergraduate students who have demonstrated a sincere devotion to their language education, as well as a deeper interest in, and commitment to the learning of any world language taught at the University of Virginia. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Lyon Program Scholarship
The Lyon Program Scholarship supports students participating in UVA in Lyon and UVA Exchange: University of Lyon 2, including the CIEF program. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Nelson Scholars Program
Thanks to the generosity of Sally and Bruce Nelson, the Nelson Scholars Program is able to support students pursing language and cultural study in Southeast Asia (comprised of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, East Timor, and Brunei). Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Robert Denommé Study Abroad Scholarship
The French Department aims to support undergraduate students studying in Francophone countries for a semester or longer. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Sue and Lee Piepho International Scholarship
The Sue and Lee Piepho Scholarship supports undergraduate student participation in education abroad. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Wyatt Family Summer Scholarships for Spanish Majors
The Wyatt Family Summer Scholarships for Spanish Majors is intended to encourage students to have a total immersion experience immediately after declaring their major—normally rising second or third years—so they can improve their language skills early on and come back better prepared to complete their upper level courses for the major here on Grounds. Additional eligibility requirements apply, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- IWL Research Abroad Award
The Institute of World Languages (IWL) aims to support undergraduate students who have demonstrated exceptional abilities in the acquisition of any world language and culture, as well as great scholarly promise and potential to carry out a research project abroad. This scholarship requires a separate application, use link above to visit scholarship page for full details.
- Oxford Program Scholarship
All students who complete an application for the UVA in Oxford program will be considered for a scholarship based on need, as determined by Student Financial Services.
University and Department-Administered Scholarships
In addition to awards administered through the ISO, other schools, departments, and units within the University offer their own funding for education abroad. Click each link for a description of the award, or to be connected via email to someone who can tell you more about what is available.
Click here for a list of University and Department-Administered Scholarships.
- Community-Based Research Grant
- Daniel S. Kim Memorial Award
- Deborah J. Kane Scholarship
- Francis Lazenby Travelling Fellowship
- Gilbert J Sullivan Award
- Global Internships Scholarships
- Harrison Undergraduate Research Award
- IRC Study Abroad, Travel & Learn Award Programs
- Larry Simpson International Scholarship
- Leslie Anne Baltz Fellowship (Art Department)
- Murphy Fund for International Study
- Parents Fund Internship Grants
- Ridley Scholarships
- Royster-Lawton Fellowship
- School of Architecture Study Abroad Financial Aid Award
- School of Nursing International Scholarship
Program-Administered Scholarships
Students participating on outside programs often have funding or financial support available to them through their program provider. This can include scholarships, public university grants, Pell grant matching, up-front flight funding, and more. Click the link of the provider whose program(s) you are applying to for details about their scholarship and other financial support opportunities. Don't see your program provider on the list? Go directly to their website to see what they have available for students.
Click here for a list of program providers with scholarship opportunities.
- Arcadia
- CET Academic Programs
- CIEE
- College Year in Athens (CYA)
- DIS
- FIE (Foundation for International Education)
- Global Semesters
- IES Abroad (see also their Virtual Guide for Scholarships)
- IFSA
- Seamester
- Semester at Sea
- SFS (School for Field Studies)
- SIT (School for International Training) (including IHP programs)
- Spanish Studies Abroad
- TEAN (The Education Abroad Network)
- USAC
National and International Scholarships
There's a wealth of scholarships available for students pursuing education abroad beyond what is available through UVA or your program. Check out the awards below for a sample of some of the most well-known. Eligibility can vary based on intended location or field of study, financial need, or background. Not seeing something that could work for you? Check out Additional Funding below.
Click here for a list of National and International Scholarships.
- Boren Undergraduate Scholarship (NSEP)
- Bridging Scholarship: Study Abroad in Japan
- BUTEX Scholarship
- Critical Languages Scholarships
- DAAD
- Diversity Abroad Scholarships
- Education New Zealand
- Freeman-ASIA
- Fulbright Student Award
- The Fund for Education Abroad
- Students applying to these programs are especially encouraged to apply for FEA's scholarships (though other students meeting the eligibility requirements can also apply!): CET, DIS, FIE, IFSA, SFS, SIT, USAC
- Gilman International Scholarship
- Gilman-McCain Scholarship
- Go Overseas
- Killam Fellowships Program
- For study on the McGill University or University of Montreal exchanges
- Project GO
- Rotary International
- United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corporation
- Virginia International Business Council Scholarships
- Whitaker International Fellows and Scholars Program
Search for Additional Funding
Students are encouraged to search for other funding resources; a few suggestions are linked below.
Click here for a list of additional funding databases and advice.
Also, check out the Fellowship Series offered by the Office of Citizen Scholar Development:
- Every Monday at 4pm; see the Fellowship Series webpage for more information
- Introductory Workshops every month are great for first and second year students and a good first touchpoint with the office for anyone else
- Start considering opportunities early so that you can take advantage of advising programming and be well prepared
- Third and fourth years, graduate and professional students: pay particular attention to sessions on the UK Awards, Pickering/Rangel/Payne, Asia Awards, and the Fulbright US Student Award
- Second years will want to note the Truman and STEM Awards (includes Goldwater)
What about January Term?
Scholarship options are often limited for short-term programs like January Term. However, UVA students participating in UVA January Term study abroad programs will automatically be reviewed for eligibility a January Term Need-Based Grant, in addition to loans. Grant eligibility is based on financial need and is not guaranteed, even if a student receives grant funding during the semester. Grants may be up to the billable subtotal of a UVA January Term study abroad program.