The following study abroad scholarship opportunities are offered by foundations and organizations outside PSU. Unlike the Program Provider Scholarships, these can be applied to a variety of programs abroad, regardless of provider. Click on the links for scholarship information and application details.
This scholarship assists full-time undergraduate students by providing financial support for study abroad programs in German-speaking countries.
Boren Scholarships and Fellowships (also known as NSEP scholarships) are available for undergraduate and graduate study in countries of priority to U.S. national security, largely focusing on the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Note that Boren awards include a service obligation. Information sessions are held on the PSU campus throughout the academic year.
Webpage: Boren Fellowships
Events & Info Sessions: Check the events page of the Office of Global Engagement & Innovation (OGEI) and Education Abroad websites.
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The Association of Teachers of Japanese Bridging Project offers scholarships to American undergraduate students participating in study-abroad programs in Japan. Undergraduate students majoring in any field of study are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Japanese language study is not a prerequisite. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must be enrolled as undergraduates in a college or university in the United States before and during the time they are studying abroad.
The Bright!Tax Global Scholar Initiative, operated by an online tax service, offers funding for U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, and U.S. taxpayers studying abroad at accredited institutions. Scholarships are available for full-semester programs.
An all-expenses-covered, 8-to-10-week summer intensive language and cultural enrichment program designed to expand the number of Americans mastering critical-need foreign languages abroad.
- Who Should Apply: Students of diverse disciplines and majors who plan to continue their language study and apply these skills in their future professional careers.
- Eligible Countries: Includes Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, China, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Japan, Jordan, Morocco, Oman, Russia, South Korea, Tajikistan, Tunisia, and Turkey.
- Timeline: Institutes run from early June to August. Campus information sessions are held each Fall, with applications due in early to mid-November.
Webpage: Critical Language Scholarships
Events & Info Sessions: Check the events page of the Office of Global Engagement & Innovation (OGEI) and Education Abroad websites.
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This scholarship is a nonprofit initiative designed to support high-achieving women of color who demonstrate financial need and wish to study abroad.
The Explore the World Scholarship Program is open to residents of Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties, ages 18 - 30, who lack the financial resources to go abroad. This $2000 award is to be used for an overseas trip and must involve an educational or service-learning component. The application deadline is typically in mid-March every year
FACS launched a Study in France fellowship in 2017, in collaboration with the Cultural Services of the French Embassy, a financial need-based grant benefiting graduate and undergraduate students eager to benefit from a study abroad experience.
The Foundation for Global Scholars sponsors a GRIT (Globally Remarkable Intentional Talent) Scholarship program. More details, including the application form, can be found on their website. Applications are accepted yearly, in early February. Awards can be up to $3,000.
Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA) provides scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. Awards can vary between $3,000 - $7,000, depending on length of time abroad.
Fulbright is a prestigious program that provides funding for a year abroad to conduct independent research, teach English, or pursue graduate study in one of over 140 countries. This fully funded grant covers travel, housing, and health benefits, with comprehensive guidance from PSU experts throughout the application process. Open to graduating seniors, graduate students, and alumni across all majors and fields of study.
Webpage: Fulbright Grants
Events & Info Sessions: Check the events page of the Office of Global Engagement & Innovation (OGEI) and Education Abroad websites.
Contact: Stephanie Roulon (sroulan@pdx.edu) | Schedule an Appointment
FEA scholarships were designed by professionals in the field of Education Abroad to meet the growing need for financial resources to enable more students to go abroad. Scholarships will be up to $5,000 per semester and are not limited to specific programs, destinations, or fields of study. FEA awards funds for students planning to study abroad on academically rigorous programs with a preference for underrepresented students. The deadline for FEA scholarship applications is generally in early January of each year.
The extensive DAAD scholarship database for foreign students, graduates, and academics offers a wide range of scholarships and additional information to help them with their application.
Gilman Scholarships provide funding assistance for undergraduate students receiving a Federal Pell Grant to pursue study abroad or international internship opportunities.
- Timeline: Two application cycles occur each year with deadlines typically in March and October.
- Resources: Check out the Gilman Resources playlist on the Ed Abroad YouTube page for application insights.
- Student & Recipient Insights:
Events & Info Sessions: Check the events page of the Office of Global Engagement & Innovation (OGEI) and Education Abroad websites.
Contact: Stephanie Roulon (sroulan@pdx.edu) | Schedule an Appointment
GlobalScholarships.com is offering a $1,000 Study Abroad Scholarship for students enrolled in or planning a semester- or year-long study abroad program at any postsecondary level. Open to students worldwide, the award supports the costs of studying abroad. Applicants must submit a brief form and a 500–700 word essay on why they want to study abroad. Please check the website for deadlines and details on how to apply.
The Going Study Abroad Scholarship is open to any citizen and/or resident of the United States (and its territories and possessions) who is enrolled full-time at an accredited institution of higher learning.
GO! Overseas is proud to support international education through scholarships available to students participating in study abroad programs. $500 scholarships are awarded each academic year. The scholarship is awarded based on the creativity and analytical thinking displayed through writing samples and/or video submissions.
The Optimal scholarship is unlike most conventional scholarships because applicants are judged based on their innovation and reasoning. They wanted to take a new/fresh approach to financial aid and allow students to be creative while expressing a compelling and well-substantiated argument. This is a general study abroad scholarship, not program-specific, and there is no minimum time frame for the student’s length of travel. The scholarship award is for $2000.
The Shawn Carter Foundation provides scholarships to underprivileged students, ages 25 and under, who demonstrate financial need and have a minimum GPA of 2.0. Eligible applicants include high school seniors, GED holders, undergraduate students (2-year or 4-year), and vocational or trade school students pursuing their first degree at an accredited institution. Additionally, applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and typically have a household-adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less.
Joy Worldwide Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to offering educational resources, advocacy, and scholarship opportunities for American undergraduate students seeking to study abroad.
This grant provides up to $2,000 to U.S. undergraduate students to assist with travel costs for study abroad programs in South Korea, with priority given to students who demonstrate financial need and a strong interest in Korean studies or culture.
The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) annually awards scholarships to outstanding students in the summer for use during
the following academic year. The awards will be made on the basis
of academic merit. Applications are generally due in March
and winners are announced in May.
Pride Foundation provides essential financial resources and community support to LGBTQ+ student leaders in the Northwest—particularly those who face barriers due to race, economic circumstances, identity, ability, location, or lack of family support. These scholarships can be used in Study Abroad Programs.
Offers $1000 grants for undergraduates with high academic achievement (GPA’s of above 3.75). Applications are generally due in March.
One of the missions of the Rainbow SIG is to provide resources for students studying abroad who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ+). For more details on the Rainbow Scholarship, click here.
Your local Rotary International club belongs to a worldwide service organization focused on promoting peace, combating disease, advancing education, protecting the environment, and strengthening communities. Rotary clubs often provide scholarships for undergraduate education that may be applied to study abroad programs. Use the provided link to locate your nearest Rotary club.
This site features 25 scholarships specifically for API students and offers tips on how to improve your chances of receiving a grant. Find out if you qualify for any of the awards below or learn what you can do to land other scholarship awards.
Funding is available to any Japanese or U.S. citizen (including permanent residents) who is enrolled in a credit-bearing, academic content course at a college, university of approved study center in Japan. Students must be studying in Japan for at least one semester in order to qualify for funding. Applications are generally due in mid-February of each year.
This Scholarship grants $1,000 along with a travel backpack to undergraduate students preparing for an academic credit-bearing study abroad program.
TCA awards up to 100 scholarships per year for African American, Hispanic American and Native American students studying in Turkey. These scholarships are awarded to eligible undergraduate and graduate students who have been accepted to a university in Turkey. Awards range between $500 and $2,000.
The MAWISTA Scholarship is designed for students planning to study abroad while caring for a child. It offers a one-time award of approximately €3,000 to help ease financial burdens and address the added challenges of combining international study with childcare responsibilities.
Information on several multi-year scholarship programs for students, especially minorities, interested in international careers.
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