Scholarships

We often hear that one of your biggest concerns is how to fund your study abroad experience. This is certainly a valid consideration, and we want you to know that there is funding available! There are many scholarships designed specifically for education abroad. 

There are several national scholarships, destination-based, and program-based scholarships, as well as databases for searching for study abroad scholarships. The Study Abroad office can guide you on the application process so please contact our office for assistance when applying to these scholarships. 

University of Miami Scholarships

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  • Study Abroad Stipend

    Undergraduate students who participate in a University of Miami study abroad program may apply for a stipend to help defray costs associated with studying abroad. Special consideration will be given to students with demonstrated need who participate in UM semester programs in underrepresented locations: Latin America, Asia and Africa. 

    Students must apply to their program of interest prior to initiating the Study Abroad Stipend application. 

    Stipend Application Deadlines:

    • Spring programs: October 1
    • Fall programs: March 1
    • Summer Programs: February 1

    Study Abroad Stipend

  • Belton G. & Margaret T. Aldridge Scholarship in Tropical Biology

    The Belton G. & Margaret T. Aldridge scholarship is intended for meritorious undergraduate students pursuing studies in tropical or subtropical biology who have demonstrated financial need. The Aldridge Scholarship can be used for students to participate in study abroad programs in the tropics run by the Department of Biology. The scholarship will be awarded based upon the Department of Biology review of competing applications. 

    Eligibility Requirements: 
    • Demonstrated financial need 
    • Biology major

    Interested students should submit all scholarship requirements in one envelope to the Biology Department Office (215 Cox Science Bldg.) to the attention of Dr. Kathleen Sealey before November 1 of the semester they apply to their respective program. 

    Belton G. & Margaret T. Aldridge Scholarship in Tropical Biology

National Scholarships

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Germany

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Italy

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Japan & East/Southeast Asia

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  • Bridging Scholarships for Study in Japan

    The US-Japan Bridging Foundation awards scholarships to US undergraduate students to study for one semester or academic year in Japan. The Foundation aims to expand the opportunities for study abroad in Japan to help prepare America’s young people to assume future global leadership roles.  Bridging Scholars are awarded scholarships of up to $5,000 for the academic year, which provide for travel and daily cost-of-living expenses.

    Bridging Scholarships for Study in Japan

  • Freeman Awards for Study in Asia

    The Freeman-ASIA award provides need-based funding to assist the recipient with the cost of the study abroad program and related expenses, including airfare, basic living costs, local transportation, books, etc. Freeman-ASIA accepts applications from U.S. citizens or permanent residents studying at the undergraduate level at a two-year or four-year college or university who demonstrate financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia.

    Freeman Awards for Study in Asia

  • Toshizo Watanabe Study Abroad Scholarship

    The Toshizo Watanabe Endowed Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to undergraduates/graduate students for a semester or year-long study abroad program in Japan. The scholarship will support up to the full cost of attendance to the study abroad program of the applicant’s choice. The scholarship program grants awards to recipients in amounts determined by financial need and other qualifications. 

    Toshizo Watanabe Study Abroad Scholarship

Switzerland

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  • Think Swiss Research Scholarship 

    ThinkSwiss is a scholarship program managed by the Office of Science, Technology, and Higher Education at the Embassy of Switzerland in Washington, D.C. The program is funded by the State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) and is supported by the Embassy of Switzerland in Ottawa, Canada. The aim of the program is to promote research opportunities in Switzerland for American and Canadian students and to foster exchange between Swiss, U.S., and Canadian universities and research institutions. 

    Think Swiss Research Scholarship 

United Kingdom

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  • British Universities Transnational Exchange (BUTEX) Scholarship

    A scholarship valued at £500 awarded to a number of students who will be studying at a BUTEX Full Member institution.

    Full member institutions that are UM exchange partner institutions include: 

    • Cardiff University
    • Queen Mary University of London
    • University of Birmingham
    • University of Edinburgh
    • University of Glasgow
    • University of Sussex
    • University of Westminster

     

    Students can find a list of BUTEX Full Member institutions here and learn how to apply here.

    BUTEX Scholarship

  • Fulbright Commission Summer Institute United Kingdom 

    Full scholarship (tuition, housing, meals, airfare) for Freshmen and Sophomores to spend the summer studying at a UK university while exploring that country’s rich cultural heritage. Preference is given to students who have never been to the UK and have had minimal experiences traveling abroad. Minimum GPA to apply is 3.7. Deadline to apply is usually early-February, but check the website for more details.

    Fulbright Commission Summer Institute United Kingdom 

  • Gilman-Global Wales Award

    This scholarship opportunity supports American undergraduate students of limited financial means for short-term, credit-bearing study at a Welsh university. The award allows students to strengthen their skills and expand their educational experiences while living and learning in Wales.  Successful applicants will receive a study grant of up to $5,000, to be used toward tuition, housing, travel, and related costs for up to one academic year at any of the Welsh Universities.

    The University of Cardiff in Wales is a UM Exchange Partner.

    Gilman-Global Wales Award

Resources & Databases

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