Financial Aid and Scholarships

ETSU Study Abroad Scholarships

• ETSU Study Abroad Scholarship

  This scholarship is awarded by the ETSU Education Abroad Office. Each year, we award between $250,000 and $350,000 just for ETSU students to study abroad!

  Application Link

  Application deadlines:

  • Summer Break & Spring Break: January 15
  • Fall Semester: April 15
  • Winter Break & Spring Semester: October 1

  Eligibility:

  • Current ETSU student
  • Participating in an education abroad program approved by the ETSU Education Abroad Office that includes course credit or other relevant academic component (as determined by the ETSU Education Abroad Office)
  • At the time of award, must be approved for a study abroad program by the Education Abroad Office or relevant ETSU faculty leader

  Award Amounts*:

  • Program length of 1-3 weeks: up to $1,500 maximum
  • Program length of 3-6 weeks: up to $2,000 maximum
  • Program length of 6-12 weeks: up to $3,000 maximum
  • Program length of 12+ weeks: up to $4,000 maximum
  • *Please note that actual award amounts may be higher or lower based on funding and number of students who apply.

  Award Criteria

  • Scholarship award amounts are based on (1) financial need, as assessed by the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships, (2) application essay score, and (3) program abroad length.
  • In order to ensure you receive the highest reward possible, please complete the FAFSA before completing your scholarship application.

  Repeat Awards and Funded Programs

  • Students participating in multiple study abroad programs are welcome to re-apply for the study abroad scholarship. However, first-time applicants may be prioritized over applicants who have previously received a study abroad scholarship.
  • Students participating in programs with significant department funding or receiving the Honors Student Engagement Scholarship may have their study abroad scholarship awards reduced where appropriate.

  Early Deposit

  • The Early Deposit Advance Request  is available for students who have been awarded the Study Abroad Scholarship. Students can request early disbursement of up to their maximum study abroad scholarship award so they can purchase airfare or other necessary study abroad expenditures.
  • If you have any outstanding charges on your ETSU account, including tuition payment plans, applying for an early deposit advance is recommended.

  Scholarship Money Disbursement: Please note that if awarded the scholarship, the money will be added to the student's ETSU account. Because of federal regulations, the money will be disbursed no sooner than 10 days before the study abroad course's start date or at the start of the semester. Students should plan to pay for program fees upfront and use the scholarship as a reimbursement, or apply for an early deposit advance. If there are any outstanding charges on the student's ETSU account, including tuition payment plans, scholarship funds will go towards paying off those charges. If you wish to avoid this, it is recommended that you apply for an early deposit advance.

• Zayas-Bazan Scholarship

  This ETSU scholarship is a great opportunity for students who are majoring or minoring in Spanish. Please note that the application is not through the Education Abroad Office. Please see below for more information

  • Application link
  • Deadline: Same as ETSU general scholarship application deadline
  • Amount: $600-$1200
  • Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Criteria:
    • Must be majoring or minoring in Spanish
    • Must be studying abroad in a Spanish Speaking Country
  • Instructions: Apply through the ETSU General Scholarship Application
• Honors Student Engagement Scholarship

  This scholarship for ETSU students in any Honors program can be applied to study abroad. Please note that this application is not through the Education Abroad Office.

  • Application link
  • Deadlines:
    • October 1, award notification by October 10
    • December 1, award notification by December 10
    • February 1, award notification by February 10
    • April 15, award notification by April 25
  • Amount: up to $1,500
  • Terms: any term
  • Eligibility:
    • Must be a current student in any of ETSU's Honors Programs (Bert C. Bach Fine & Performing Arts Scholars, Changemaker Scholars, Global Citizen Scholars, Undergraduate Research Honors Program students (formerly Honors-in-Discipline), and Midway Scholars Programs)
    • HSESs can only support experiential learning activities closely related to ETSU Honors College coursework
      and other Honors College approved events, opportunities, and practices.
  • Instructions: Complete the online application by the deadline.
• ETSU Faculty-Led Program Scholarships

  Some ETSU faculty-led programs have access to additional scholarship funds. Please check with your programs faculty-leader to determine if there are additional scholarships available for your specific program.

• Hammond/Cavender Study Abroad Award

  • For undergraduate or graduate students
  • Recipients must receive credit at ETSU for the activities they conduct while traveling outside of the US; transfer credits from other institutions are acceptable
  • Preference given to students majoring/minoring in Anthropology or Sociology
  • Students who are awarded the scholarship will be expected to make a presentation approved in advance by the selection committee in a public forum describing their activities
  • Eligible students will be contacted directly by the Education Abroad Office if this scholarship is available during your study abroad term
• Dorian G. Sanchez Study Abroad Scholarship

  • Must be a full-time ETSU undergraduate student
  • Minimum GPA of 3.6
  • Must be studying abroad in the upcoming semester/year (Fall/Spring)
  • Preference will be given to students satisfying at least ONE of the following:
    • Studying abroad at a top university according to the most recent Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings
    • Studying abroad in South Korea
    • Studying abroad for two full semesters (Fall/Spring)
  • Must agree to satisfy requirements within the first semester of returning to ETSU:
    • Compose a 750 word essay describing how their time abroad has impacted them
    • Coordinate a community event, attend a Study Abroad Fair, or present to a class, showcasing some aspect of the host country's culture and write a report outlining the purpose, plan, and results of the event
    • Be available to answer questions from future scholarship recipients
  • Eligible students will be contacted directly by the Education Abroad Office if this scholarship is available during your study abroad term
• Bach Award

  • Focused on financial need
  • Preference given to students studying abroad for at least a full semester (Fall/Spring)
  • Eligible students will be contacted directly by the Education Abroad Office if this scholarship is available during your study abroad term
• American University of Rome Award

  • Students studying abroad at the American University of Rome will automatically be awarded $1,000, as long as funds are available
  • Eligible students will be contacted directly by the Education Abroad Office if this scholarship is available during your study abroad term

Affiliated Organization Scholarships

The following scholarships are only available for students studying abroad on one of the relevant organization's programs. These scholarships are managed and awarded by the relevant organization, not by ETSU. Please see the organization's website for more information about deadlines and eligibility requirements.

• API

  API Scholarships Website

  • Early Bird Scholarship: up to $1,000 for semester or up to $500 for short-term programs
  • Opportunity Scholarship: up to $1,000
  • Academic Excellence Scholarship: up to $1,000
  • Financial Aid Boost Scholarship: up to $1,000
  • Benjamin A. Gilman match: up to $1,000 for semester programs or up to $500 for short-term programs
  • Massey University Scholarship: up to $4,000
  • JCU Early Bird Scholarship: up to $250
  • JCU Diversity Scholarship: full tuition award for one session
  • AUT University Scholarship: $500
  • Instituto San Joaquin de Flores Partner Scholarship: $1,650 or $2,000
  • Macquarie University Scholarship: $500
• ISA

  ISA Scholarships Website

  • GO (Global Opportunity) Full-Ride Scholarship: full list price
  • Impact Scholarship
  • Semester Partnership Scholarship
  • Summer Pathways Scholarship
  • Community Engagement Scholarship
  • Kingston University (London) Scholarship
  • Affiliate Partnership Awards: $200 - $5,000
  • Give (GI Veterans Excellence) Award: 5%
  • Fund for Education Abroad Access Partner
  • Family Grant: $350 - $500
  • Global Ambassador Grant: $450 - $600
  • Repeat Student Grant: $350 - $500
• TEAN

  TEAN Scholarships Website

  • Global Opportunity (GO) Full-Ride Scholarship: up to $15,000
  • Impact Scholarship
  • Semester Partnership Scholarship
  • Summer Pathways Scholarship
  • Freeman Asia Supplemental Scholarship: $500
  • Give (GI Veterans Excellence) Scholarship: 5%
  • Family Discount: $350 - $500
  • Global Ambassador Grant: $100
  • TEAN Repeat Grant: $350 - $500
  • Full Academic Year Abroad
  • Macquarie University: AU $2,000
  • Massey University: $2,500
  • University of Auckland: $5,000
  • University of Canterbury: NZD $2,000
  • Victoria University of Wellington: $2,500
  • Fund for Education Abroad Access Partner: up to $5,000
• CCSA

  CCSA Scholarships Website

  • Traveler Scholarship: up to $500
  • Storyteller Scholarship: up to $750
• KIIS

  KIIS Scholarships Website

  • Apply Early & Save $100
  • Program Scholarships: $500 - $750
  • Global Engagement Scholarships: $1,000
  • Joseph C. Hess KIIS Memorial Scholarships: $1,000
  • My World Travel KIIS Scholarship: $2,000
  • My World Travel KIIS Scholarship: $4,000
  • Dr. Meg & Barry Brown KIIS Summer Scholarship: $4,000
  • Member Scholarships: Varies
  • Multiple Program Scholarship: $250
• The Intern Group

  The Intern Group Scholarships

  • 5 full-ride scholarships for global virtual internships

External Scholarships

These scholarships are not managed or overseen by ETSU or the Education Abroad Office, but you can still apply to them to help pay for your study abroad experience. Certain scholarships may have dedicated advising through the ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards.

Please note: Some scholarships may require approval from the ETSU Education Abroad Office. Please ensure you have followed all steps required by the Education Abroad Office to receive this approval before applying.

• Gilman Scholarship

  Gilman Website & Application

  Advising through the Office of Prestigious Awards

  • Up to $5,000 award plus supplemental awards for studying a Critical Need Language or participating in STEM research
  • U.S. Department of State
  • Supports students of limited financial means
  • For study or intern abroad
  • Nationally-competitive
  • Students must receive a federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship
  • Students must be applying to a study abroad program or approved by the ETSU Education Abroad Office to receive this scholarship
  • Multiple application cycles a year
  • Can be stacked with other scholarships
• Gilman-McCain Scholarship

  Website & Application

  Advising through the Office of Prestigious Awards

  • Up to $5,000
  • For undergraduate child and spousal dependents of active or activated United States military personnel during the time of application
  • Must receive any type of Title IV federal financial aid
  • U.S. Department of State
  • For study or intern abroad
  • Nationally-competitive
  • Students must be applying to a study abroad program or approved by the ETSU Education Abroad Office to receive this scholarship
  • Can be stacked with other scholarships
• Fund for Education Abroad

  Website & Application

  • Goal is to increase the number of underrepresented American college students studying abroad (don't worry - "underrepresented" can have many different meanings!)
  • Award amounts vary
  • Complete one application and be considered for multiple scholarships
    • Alumni Scholarship
    • Breakout Scholarship for Community College Students
    • David & Susan Parry Founders Scholarship
    • Eleni Zachariou Memorial Scholarship for Study in Greece
    • Gateway International Group Education Abroad Scholarship
    • Hiliary Echo Douglas Scholarship
    • J. Scott Van Der Meid Memorial Scholarship
    • Jan Kieling Rainbow Scholarship
    • Kacenga-Cladera Family Rainbow Scholarship
    • Lynn Stevens Memorial Scholarship
    • Malu Alvarez Global Access Scholarship
    • Martha and Jeff Johnson Scholarship
    • NAFSA Tamara H. Bryant Memorial Scholarship
    • Rainbow Scholarship
    • Rasmussen Family Scholarship
    • Simpson Sisters' Scholarship
    • Steckley-Weitzel Family Scholarship
    • The A. Rewari Family Scholarship for Study Abroad in Denmark
    • The Cyril Taylor Memorial Scholarship for Study in the UK
    • The Virginia and Robert Craig Scholarship
  • Plan early - the application requires a form that must be completed by the ETSU Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
  • Can be stacked with other scholarships
• Freeman-Asia Scholarship

  Website & Application

  • For students with financial need who have applied or have been accepted to a study abroad program in Asia
  • Program must last at least 8 weeks and feature language study
  • Minimum GPA: 2.8
  • Students must be applying to a study abroad program or approved by the ETSU Education Abroad Office to receive this scholarship
  • Can be stacked with other scholarships
• Boren Awards

  Website & Application

  Advising through the Office of Prestigious Awards

  • Boren Scholarships provide funding for U.S. undergraduate students studying abroad in world regions critical to U.S. interests
    • Maximum awards are determined by duration abroad:
      • $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
      • $12,500 for 12-24 weeks
      • $8,000 for 8-11 weeks (STEM majors only)
  • Boren Fellowships fund research and language study proposals by U.S. graduate students in world regions critical to U.S. interests
    • Maximum awards are determined by duration abroad:
      • $25,000 for 25-52 weeks (preferred)
      • $12,500 for 12-24 weeks
      • +$5,000 for summer domestic language study (optional)
• Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant

  Website & Application

  • Designed to help support undergraduates as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad
  • Seventy-five $1,000 grants are awarded each year
  • Applicants do not have to be Society members but must attend an institution with an active Phi Kappa Phi chapter
  • Minimum GPA: 3.75
  • Must have applied or been approved for your study abroad program
  • One-time award
  • Can be stacked with other scholarships
• Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship

  Website & Application

  • $1,000 scholarship for studying abroad
  • Also comes with 1 travel backpack
  • Funds are sent directly to the study abroad program or university, when possible
  • Must have applied or been accepted into a study abroad program eligible for credit by your college or university
  • Can be stacked with other scholarships
• The Going Abroad Scholarship

  Website & Application

  • Two students will win $1,500 scholarships toward their upcoming study abroad program
  • Cannot be used for continuing education courses, internships, language immersion programs, mission retreats, dissertation research trips, or international research conferences
  • Can be stacked with other scholarships
• Diverse International Woman of Color Study Abroad Scholarship

  Website & Application

  • $500 scholarships for women of color who have been accepted to an in-person study abroad program
  • Multiple application cycles depending on the date of your study abroad program
• Scholarships for study abroad in Japan

  Toshizo Watanabe Study Abroad Scholarship Program

  Website & Application

  • Helps fund students planning to study abroad in Japan
  • Must demonstrate financial need for international study (i.e., would not be able to pursue international study without financial assistance or support)
  • Priority given to undergraduates, but graduate students and international degree-seeking students may also apply
  • Preference given to:
    • Applicants raised by a single parent or an orphan
    • First-generation students
    • Applicants without international study experience or experience living abroad

  United States-Japan Bridging Foundation

  Website & Application

  • $2,500 cash stipend for semester programs
  • $4,500 cash stipend for academic year programs
  • Japanese language study is not a prerequisite
  • Must earn credit that will transfer to your home campus in the U.S.
  • Scholarships must be used for tuition, travel, or daily cost-of-living expenses
• InterExchange Foundation Christianson Fellowship

  Website & Application

  • Grant funding for service projects abroad
  • $2,500 - $15,000
  • Program must be at least 6 months in-person on-site
  • Project types
    • Community development
    • Education
    • Environment
    • Human rights
    • Public health
    • Sustainable development
• Additional Organization Scholarships

  These scholarships may require you or a family member to be a paid member of the organization.

  • Sons of Norway International Scholarships
  • Rotary Foundation scholarships
  • Scholarships for Girl Scout Silver or Gold Awardees
  • Local Kiwanis or Lions Club chapters may have their own scholarships
  • Check with your sorority or fraternity to see if they offer scholarships that can be used for study abroad
  • Churches or religious groups may offer scholarships or funding that can be used for international travel
• Scholarship Search Websites

  You may qualify for additional scholarships related to study abroad that are not listed on our website. Please note that scholarships listed on this website are not managed by or affiliated with ETSU. Read the information about the scholarships, including eligibility requirements, carefully before applying.

  Use these scholarship search websites to locate additional opportunities:

  • International Education and Financial Aid
  • Institute of International Education
  • International Scholarships
  • GoAbroad.com
  • MastersPortal
  • DAAD Scholarships Database (Germany only)
• Additional Funded International Opportunities

  The above scholarships can be used to help support you on a study abroad program. However, there are many other funded international experiences available that are not overseen by the Education Abroad Office.

  • Project GO - open to qualified ROTC students, contact ETSU ROTC for more information
  • Critical Language Scholarship - funding to study a critical need language, contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information
  • Fulbright Program - provides grants to conduct research, complete a creative project, enroll in graduate school, or serve as an English Teaching Assistant abroad, contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information
  • Fulbright UK Summer Institutes - three-to-four-week summer abroad programs for US undergraduate students who have minimal study abroad experience to explore the culture, heritage, and history of the UK at a select institution, contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information
  • Humanity in Action Fellowship - 3-week overseas program focused on social justice, human rights, remembrance, culture and civic engagement followed by a year of implementing a community-based action project, contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information
  • Japan Exchange and Teaching Program - paid year-long placement to serve as an Assistant Language Teacher in Japan, contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information
  • Princeton in Africa - year-long fellowship in Africa in various sectors, including advocacy, education and youth capacity building, business and economic development, public health, etc., contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information
  • Princeton in Asia - one- or two-year immersive work placements at host organizations in Asia centering on education, public health, economic development, and other fields, contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information
  • Princeton in Latin America - year-long service fellowships with nonprofit, public service, humanitarian, and government organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean, contact ETSU Office of Prestigious Awards for more information

The scholarships listed above are not ETSU-endorsed programs. The organizations above have no affiliation with ETSU. This means that ETSU is not accountable for the decisions or actions of the organizations above.