Scholarships and Financial Aid for Study Abroad
We’re pleased to announce an exciting new scholarship opportunity available through Arcadia!
A limited number of scholarship grants ranging from $500 to $5,000 will be awarded to qualified students participating on our London Now, Arcadia in Barcelona, and Sydney Internship programs for the fall, spring, or academic year. Don’t delay – apply today! To be eligible, complete Arcadia's general scholarship application. Please contact Rosemary Hall, Financial Aid Coordinator, or your program manager, if you have any questions. We look forward to meeting you in London, Barcelona, or Sydney!
What are Arcadia scholarships?
The Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad has one of the most extensive scholarship programs of any study abroad organization. It provides more than $2 million per year in financial aid and scholarships. Annually, the center distributes hundreds of need-based scholarships ranging between $500 and $2,000 for a full year, semester, term, or summer.
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Making Study Abroad Affordable
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Who qualifies?
Generally, our scholarship funds are intended to help students in specific programs for whom a small amount of financial aid can mean the difference between participation and staying home. Award decisions are based on financial need . Please note that scholarships can only be applied towards the program fee.
How can I apply? Scholarship applications and supporting materials will be accepted between February 1 and April 20 for
fall and full-year programs, between September 1 and October 15 for
spring programs, and between January 1 and March 31 for
summer programs. The center notifies award applicants of decisions approximately four weeks after the
scholarship application deadline.
If you wish to apply for an Arcadia scholarship, please download a scholarship form. Please apply early in the admissions process. Scholarship applications received after the published deadlines cannot be considered. If you have any questions concerning scholarships, e-mail Rosemary Hall, Financial Aid Coordinator.
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Are there other special scholarship opportunities for study abroad?
Yes. In addition to Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad scholarships, funding may be available from other sources. These include:
Featured Opportunitiy: The Society of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick
The Society of the Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick is seeking applications for the Society’s grants for students planning to spend a semester of study in Ireland. Applicants must be in good academic standing having completed sophomore year by June 2009 with a cumulative average of at least 3.0.
Applicants must submit an official college transcript, a letter of recommendation from an academic advisor or a faculty member who has taught the student, evidence of acceptance in a college-level program of study in Ireland, and a brief essay (600-800 words) on one or more of the following topics:
- how the program in Ireland will relate to the applicant’s studies at his or her present institution
- how the experience in Ireland will deepen the applicant’s understanding of Irish history and culture
- why the applicant is interested in obtaining a Society grant
There will be two grants awarded, in the amount of $4000 each. Applications must be received by June 25. The Society will announce the awards by August 7, 2009.
Scholarship recipients are required to submit a two-page report following their semester in Ireland. This should include a list of courses completed and a description of special experiences while studying abroad. Please send the application packet to John J. Cronin, Scholarship Committee Chairperson, at The Society of The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick, P.O. Box 969, Dublin, PA 18917-0969. www.friendlysons.com
Featured Opportunitiy: The Society of the Sons of St. George
The Society of the Sons of St. George provides scholarship money for students who will attend a university in England, have a minimum GPA of 3.2, can show English ancestry, and reside in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks, or Chester counties in Pennsylvania or Camden, Burlington, or Gloucester counties in New Jersey.
The Society is offering three scholarship opportunities for the 2009-10 academic year: one award in the amount of $12,500 for a student undertaking a full year of study; and two awards of $6,000 each for either a full-year or fall term/semester student. For more information, call us toll-free at 1-866-927-2234 to speak to your program manager.
Other Opportunities
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Arcadia in Paris
Semester and Summer Programs (France) Generous scholarship help is available for this program. If you are interested in a scholarship, please contact Cliff Tironi, Program Manager, for more information.
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BUTEX North American Scholarships (United Kingdom)
The Scholarship is open to all undergraduate students currently registered at an institution in the USA or Canada. To be eligible to apply, you must have been offered a study abroad or exchange place at a U.K. university which is BUTEX affiliated. Your study abroad or exchange place must be for the academic year 2009/10 and your place must be for a minimum of one semester. The value of each scholarship is US$1000 and will be paid to the winners once they have arrived and registered at their host university. For further details of how to apply for this scholarship please see www.butex.ac.uk.
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The University of Minnesota's External Scholarship Database
This can be a useful tool to discover other available study abroad funding and scholarship opportunities. More information.
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General Federation of Women's Clubs of Massachusetts
Residents of Massachusetts may apply for these study abroad scholarships to study for a semester, summer, or academic year abroad. Awards are up to $800.
E-mail: jhoward@mountida.edu
http://www.gfwcma.org
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Gilman Scholarships
Students receiving a Pell Grant may be eligible for this scholarship which provides up to $5,000 for any semester or year abroad. Any recipient of a Gilman scholarship will receive a scholarship of at least $1,000 from the Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad Scholarship Fund.
Email: gilman@iie.org
http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/index.html
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The Global Studies Grant for Student Travel and Study Abroad
Designed to support foreign language training and other academic studies abroad, this grant provides supplemental funds for American students who already are studying abroad under the auspices of an official study abroad program conducted by an accredited academic institution. GSF seeks to support a formative experience abroad for the recipient, who also must share this experience with others upon his or her return. GSF is particularly interested in funding the study of strategically significant countries and languages. Among the most significant selection criteria are academic performance (as indicated in courses, grades, recommendations, and other achievements), program merit, and outreach potential. Grant recipients will be expected to acknowledge GSF's support, to report on their experiences, and to work with GSF to share those experiences as widely as possible.
Email: grants@globalstudiesfoundation.org.
http://www.globalstudiesfoundation.org/ShowContents.cfm?CategoryID=64
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King's College, University of London
King’s College offers several Study Abroad Excellence Awards to distinguished study abroad students in the arts, humanities and social sciences. Students who have been accepted to the program at King’s College are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
Each Excellence Award is worth £2,500 for students studying one semester, or £3,500 for students studying for the whole academic year. The awards will be made to candidates of outstanding quality, who can best demonstrate how their time at King’s builds on their academic record, and how it will help fulfill their personal and academic ambitions.
It is important to note the awards are not made purely on the basis of high academic grades or GPA; the awards panel gives equal weighting to the personal statement.
If you are interested in applying, contact Katharine Reinhart, Program Manager.
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National Security Education Program (NSEP)
NSEP provides a unique funding opportunity for U.S. students to study world regions critical to U.S. interests (including Africa, Asia, Central & Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America & the Caribbean, and the Middle East). The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded. NSEP was designed to provide Americans with the resources and encouragement they need to acquire skills and experiences in areas of the world critical to the future security of our nation in exchange for a commitment to seek work in the federal government.
http://www.borenawards.org/
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Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants
Undergraduates in all fields of studies who attend an institution with an active Phi Kappa Phi chapter may apply for a study abroad grant. Each year, fifty $1,000 grants are awarded to support students seeking knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad.
Email: studyabroad@PhiKappaPhi.org
http://www.phikappaphi.org/
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Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway offers several International Excellence Study Abroad Scholarships. The scholarships are worth £500 for a Fall semester of study, £1,000 for a Spring semester, and £2,000 for an academic year of study. Students who have been accepted to the program at Royal Holloway are eligible to apply for this scholarship. If you are interested, contact Katharine Reinhart, Program Manager.
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University of Melbourne and Victoria College of the Arts (Australia) Scholarships
These scholarships are available for students attending these programs. To be eligible, complete Arcadia's general scholarship application.
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Can I apply federal financial aid to study abroad?
In general, all federal financial aid, excluding Federal Work Study, should be available as long as students are earning credits toward their degrees while abroad. This includes Pell Grants, guaranteed student loans, and PLUS Loans. Some states also allow state financial aid to go with students abroad, however you should talk to your study abroad or financial aid office about policies with regard to state and institutional aid.
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What if I am anticipating financial aid that will not be disbursed before the program fee is due?
If you are anticipating financial aid that will not be disbursed before your program fee is due, you must have a financial aid officer at your home school complete a Financial Aid Arrangement form. You need to print a copy of the form, give it to your Financial Aid officer and he/she will return it to Arcadia. When we get this information from your financial aid officer, we will note the amount expected and defer the payment of that portion of your fee until the disbursement date. You are responsible for payment of the balance by the program due date.
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Who should I contact if I have more questions?
Questions about financial aid eligibility and individual consortium agreements can be addressed to Rosemary Hall, Financial Aid Coordinator.
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