Study Abroad Resources
Resources from the US Department of State
Institute of International Education Resources
Scholarships for Undergraduate Study Abroad
Scholarships for Graduate Study Abroad
Related Study Abroad Information – Financial
Scholarship Search Engines
Study Abroad Program Search Engines/Listings
Resources for Students with Disabilities
General Resources
Health & Safety Abroad Information
High School Students & K-12 Educators
Graduate Study Abroad
Teach Abroad
Volunteer Abroad
Work Abroad
U.S. Department of State
US Department of State Homepage
Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
International Travel
Students Abroad
Travel Warnings
Current Warnings
Current Public Announcements
Consular Information Sheets
Tips for Traveling Abroad
Tips for Students
Online Registration with US Embassies Abroad
Links to US Embassies and Consulates
Regional Information
Plan Your Trip
Applying for your US Passport
Safety Issues
Health Issues
Travel Warning on Drugs Abroad
Emergencies and Crises
Travel Brochures
Document Requirements Information on documents you may need abroad
Tips for Living Abroad
Studying Abroad
Residing Abroad
Teaching Abroad
Benefits for Students & Teachers
Spring Break Abroad
Additional Resources
Diplomats in Residence - on US campuses nationwide
About Overseas Citizens’ Services
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Institute of International Education Resources
IIE Website
Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarships
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
Freeman-Asia Scholarships For undergraduate study in East and Southeast Asia
IIE-Midwest Study Abroad Grants
National Security Education Program Includes NSEP Boren Undergraduate Scholarships, NSEP Boren Graduate Fellowships, and the National Flagship Language Program. Provides funding opportunities 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).
Studio Art Centers International (SACI) - Studio art studies program in Florence, Italy. Provides an additional $500 to Gilman recipients
U.S. Student Fulbright Program For those who have obtained a BA/BS but who have not yet received their PhD. Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply. See the individual country summaries for more information on the types of grants available.
K-12 Educators
Aramco Teachers to Saudi Arabia Program – For teachers in grades 1-12 with a primary concentration in Social Studies and Library Media Specialists
Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund Teacher Program - Fully funded study-visits to Japan for teachers or administrators at primary or secondary levels (grades 1–12)
Toyota International Teacher Program - Study-visits to Japan, Galapagos, or Costa Rica for secondary school teachers
Search Engines
IIE Passport– Search for programs by country, language, and/or field of study
IIE Passport: Study Abroad Funding– Search for funding by country or subject
Funding for U.S. Study Online
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Scholarships for Undergraduate Study Abroad
Gilman Scholarship Bonus
The following programs/institutions offer additional funding to students who receive the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship and use the Gilman Scholarship to participate on one of their programs
AIFS Gilman Scholarship Bonus - Additional $500 to Gilman recipients
Arcadia University Center for Education Abroad - Additional $1,000 to Gilman recipients
Australearn - Additional $500 to Gilman recipients
Center for Cross-Cultural Study - Additional $500 to Gilman recipients for their Seville, Spain or Cordoba, Argentina programs
Center for International Studies - Additional $500 to Gilman recipients
Studio Art Centers International (SACI) - Additional $500 to Gilman recipients
Study Australia - Additional $500 to Gilman recipients
SUNY Brockport Overseas Academic Programs - Additional $500 to Gilman recipients
Other Scholarships for Study Abroad
Freeman-Asia Scholarships
Blakemore Asian Language Fellowships
Bridging Scholarships for Study in Japan
British Council - Funding Your Study in the UK
CIEE Student Scholarship Programs for Education Abroad
Critical Language Scholarships for Intensive Summer Institutes Provides funding for U.S. citizen undergraduate, Master’s and Ph.D. students to participate in beginning, intermediate and advanced level summer language programs at American Overseas Research Centers.
German Academic Exchange Service
IIE-Midwest Study Abroad Grants
Institute for International Public Policy - For underrepresented minority students
NSEP David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships For study outside of W. Europe, Australia, New Zealand & Canada
Monbukagakusho Scholarships for Study in Japan
Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships – For undergraduate, graduate & vocational study
Scholarships for Multicultural Students - Hosted by Michigan State University
UK 9/11 Scholarship Fund For those who lost a parent or guardian in the 9/11 attacks
Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation
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Scholarships for Graduate Study Abroad
American-Australian Association - Australia Fellowship Program - For graduate & post-doctoral studies and research in life and ocean sciences, medicine or mining
Blakemore Asian Language Fellowships
British Council – Funding for Graduate and Professional Study
Charles Darwin University - Engineering Scholarships - For study in Australia
Critical Language Scholarships for Intensive Summer Institutes Provides funding for U.S. citizen undergraduate, Master’s and Ph.D. students to participate in beginning, intermediate and advanced level summer language programs at American Overseas Research Centers.
George J. Mitchell Scholarships - For graduate study in Ireland or Northern Ireland
Marshall Scholarships - For degree study in the United Kingdom
Monbukagakusho Scholarships for Study in Japan
NSEP David L. Boren Graduate Fellowships - For study outside of W. Europe, Australia, New Zealand & Canada
Rhodes Scholar Trust - For study at Oxford University
Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarships - For undergraduate, graduate & vocational study
UK 9/11 Scholarship Fund - For those who lost a parent or guardian in the 9/11 attacks
US National Science Foundation - East Asia & Pacific Summer Institutes - For graduates in the sciences and engineering
U.S. Student Fulbright Program For those who have obtained a BA/BS but who have not yet received their PhD. Recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply. See the individual country summaries for more information on the types of grants available.
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Related Study Abroad Information – Financial
Basic Facts Regarding Using Financial Aid for Study Abroad
Financial Aid – US Department of Education
FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Federal School Code Search - Search for Foreign Institutions to see if the university you wish to attend abroad is eligible to receive US Federal Financial Aid

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Scholarship Search Engines
IIE Passport: Study Abroad Funding– Search for funding by country or subject
Scholarships.com
FastWeb
StudyAbroad.Com Financial Aid Info
GoAbroad.Com Scholarship Database
InternationalScholarships.com For US and International Students
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Study Abroad Program Search Engines/Listings
Association of Asian Studies
GoAbroad.com
IIE Passport– Search for programs by country and/or field of study
National Consortium for Study in Africa
RUSSNET: Russian Programs
StudyAbroad.com
Study in Britain/Ireland
Study in Scandinavia
Undergraduate & Graduate Study Abroad – by Transitions Abroad
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Resources for Students with Disabilities
MIUSA: Mobility International USA
MISUA: A World Awaits You - A Journal of Int'l Exchange for People with Disabilities
MIUSA: A Practice of Yes - Working with Overseas Partners to Include Students with Disabilities
MIUSA: Rights & Responsibilities - A Guide to Disability-related Laws for Int'l Exchange
MIUSA: Preparing for an International Career - Pathways for People with Disabilities
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General Resources
Center for Global Education
ISIC: International Student ID Card
NAFSA : The Association of International Educators
NAFSA: Section on US Students Abroad
NAFSA: Internet Resources for Study Abroad
Study Abroad Student Handbook
Transitions Abroad - Magazine highlighting work, study, living and travel opportunities abroad
World Study.gov
DiversityAbroad.com
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Health & Safety Abroad Information
CDC: Center for Disease Control & Prevention – Traveler’s Health
CIEE Health: Pre-departure Checklist
Promoting Safety in Study Abroad– A parent’s guide
SAFETI Clearinghouse
Study Abroad Student Handbook
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High School Students & K-12 Educators
Aramco Teachers to Saudi Arabia Program
Council on Standards for International Educational Travel – Provides a list of approved HS study abroad programs
Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund Teacher Program - Fully funded study-visits to Japan for teachers or administrators at primary or secondary levels (grades 1–12)
High School Program Database - by GoAbroad.com
High School Study Abroad – by StudyAbroad.com
High School Programs for Study Abroad In Eastern Europe, Russia & the NIS
Monbukagakusho Scholarships for Study in Japan
Teen Study Abroad Programs– by Transitions Abroad
Toyota International Teacher Program - Study-visits to Japan, Galapagos, or Costa Rica for secondary school teachers
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Graduate Study Abroad
Graduate Study Abroad Program Directory by StudyAbroad.com
International Graduate Schools.com – Search for graduate degrees abroad by field
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Teach Abroad
Best Bets for Teaching Abroad
EPIK: Teaching English in Korea
JET: Japan Exchange and Teaching Program
Monbukagakusho Professional Development Program for Teachers
Teach Abroadby GoAbroad.com
University & K-12 Teaching Abroad – by Transitions Abroad
US Student Fulbright English Language Teaching Assistantships
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Volunteer Abroad
Best Bets for Volunteering Abroad
Peace Corps
Volunteer Abroad – by GoAbroad.com
Volunteer Opportunities Abroadby Transitions Abroad
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Work Abroad
US Department of State Employment Opportunities
Student Programs & Internships
Foreign Service Officers
Civil Service
University of Michigan: Work Abroad Directory
Work Abroad– by Transitions Abroad
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