Pell Grant Recipients: SCHOLARSHIPS for Studying or Interning Abroad!
The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman International Scholarship Program scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students who receive a Federal Pell Grant to study or intern abroad for academic credit. The program’s goal is to broaden the student population that studies and interns abroad by supporting undergraduates who might not otherwise participate due to financial constraints. The program also encourages study of languages in diverse countries and world regions. Gilman offers scholarships of up to $5,000 with supplemental awards of up to $3,000 available for applicants who are studying a critical need language or STEM research.
As a national scholarship, the Gilman Scholarship is competitive… so let us help you with your application! Mark your calendars for the following Gilman Scholarship Workshops in the Study Abroad & Away Office on the 4th floor of the Psychology Building:
- Info Session: Wednesday, Sept. 18 from 1:00-2:00pm in PY #407
- Essay Review Office Hours (drop-in): Friday, Oct. 4 from 10:00am-2:00pm in PY #408
The scholarship application for the following study abroad terms is open:
- Minimester 2025
- Spring Break 2025
- Spring 2025
- Calendar Year 2025
- Summer 2025 (early decision)
- Fall 2025 (early decision)
- Academic Year 2025-2026 (early decision)
Application deadline for this cycle: OCTOBER 10, 2024 at 11:59PM Pacific Time
Gilman Scholarship Eligibility:
- U.S. citizenship
- Enrolled as an undergraduate student
- Receives Federal Pell Grant
- Applying for a study or internship program outside of the United States
- Destination has a Travel Advisory Level of 1 or 2 according to the U.S. Department of State
For more information about eligibility requirements and application instructions visit the Gilman Scholarship at https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/.
IMPORTANT: All students (except those participating in a TU faculty-led program) must attend a Group Advising session and meet with a Study Abroad/Away Advisor before applying for the Gilman Scholarship. Group Advising sessions are held in-person Monday through Friday at 2:00 pm in Rm. #408 on the 4th floor of the Psychology Building. Virtual Group Advising takes place on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 am via Zoom.
Questions? Contact the TU Study Abroad & Away Office at studyabroad@towson.edu, call 410-704-2451, or chat with us at our website at www.towson.edu/abroad.
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