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From deciding whether volunteering overseas is right for you, to choosing a program, to getting on a plane. Hear from overseas volunteers about what it is really like in the field.

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Seasonal work, teach abroad, international careers and more. Where to start, what to expect, and how to get it done.

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Going abroad as a student, whether it is for a semester, a year or an entire degree, is one of the most accessible opportunities to live abroad meaningfully.

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More and more people of all ages taking time out to travel meaningfully—a trend that is being encouraged by educators and employers alike.

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Each semester, AIFS offers up to 10 semester scholarships to outstanding students from under-represented groups.
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Earn a grant toward your tuition up to $18,600 for bachelor’s degree programs, (an average of up to 20%) and up to $8,845, (up to 15%), for associate’s degree programs. The Art Grant is offered at all Art Institutes schools except for The Art Institute o ...
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This scholarship is named in honor of Robert McNeill, member of the IES Abroad Board of Directors for 25 years (6 years as Chairman).
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These scholarships are offered to a limited number of admitted students each application cycle, including all NYU Wagner degree programs and international students.  Awards are based solely on the strength of the application and the contributions the Grad ...
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For students focusing their undergraduate studies in the humanities and demonstrating a strong academic record.
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CIEE offers 14 types of scholarships to recognize academic achievement and enable international education. Awards are made based on personal statements from student applicants.
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DIS offers need-based scholarships allocated from various funds to study abroad with DIS.
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This scholarship is made possible through the benevolence and humanity of the composer, John Van Buren. It is his wish that the scholarship be granted to those who can communicate their passion for learning in the unique environment the Aegean Center prov ...
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Seeking young, intelligent, talented and ambitious people who view themselves as citizens of the world, the university is an educational united nations of 150 nationalities, where everyone speaks English. Students will be taught by both local and internat ...
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This program provides scholarships to attend a broad range of three- to four-week summer courses at German universities which focus mainly on German language and literary, cultural, political and economic aspects of modern and contemporary Germany. Extens ...
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Ann Nunes was Director of the ASE Programme from 1997-2004. The Ann Nunes Scholarship is available each semester to a student on the ASE Education Programme.
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Delta Phi Alpha offers several scholarships to recognize high-achieving Delta Phi Alpha undergraduate students.
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The Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships aim to activate a dynamic community of young global leaders across Canada and the Commonwealth to create lasting impacts both at home and abroad through cross-cultural exchanges encompassing int ...
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The High North Fellowship program offers scholarships to students from Canada, Japan, Russia, South Korea and the US who attend an institution in Northern Norway as part of their higher education.
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This program is designed to support financial assistance for the international students who are enrolled at undergraduate programs in Korea with no financial support or sponsor. Financial supports will be for a period up to 12 months.
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The Wien International Scholarship Program (WISP) at Brandeis University, established in 1958, is a first-of-its kind bringing students from every corner of Wien Scholars are identified not only by their academic achievement, but for their contributions i ...
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CFHI is committed to working globally and addressing inequities. In line with this global lens, it is their policy to actively seek a diverse pool of candidates from a variety of backgrounds who are committed to the mission and vision of CFHI. Since 2007, ...
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This award is a unique opportunity for students in USA, UK and Australia to showcase their knowledge and skills in the form of an insightful essay and win laurels for their efforts.
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Stephen Lee was a passionate environmentalist who served SFS in several ways. An endowed scholarship fund was established in his memory by his mother with funds earmarked for Steve’s care during his illness. It is awarded to a student expressing a deep in ...
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