Funding should be part of your education abroad planning from the beginning. Scholarships are available through Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education, national organizations, foundations, program providers, and IUP.
Start early. Some scholarship deadlines occur several months, and sometimes a year or more, before your education abroad program begins. Students are encouraged to explore multiple funding sources and apply for every scholarship for which they may be eligible.
In addition to the opportunities listed below, students should review scholarship resources available through their academic college or department, the IUP Office of Financial Aid, and external scholarship databases.
Pennsylvania State System (PASSHE) Foundation Scholarships
As an IUP student, you may be eligible for scholarships offered through the PASSHE Foundation, the philanthropic foundation serving Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. Search the available opportunities for scholarships that support education abroad, including the Study Abroad Scholarship.
How to Apply
Students create an account and complete the PASSHE Foundation student profile.
Before beginning your profile, it may be helpful to have the following information available:
- IUP student ID and academic information
- Major and current academic level
- Cumulative GPA
- Current transcript
- FAFSA Student Aid Index (SAI)
- Estimated unmet financial need
- Information about the education abroad program in which you plan to participate
Scholarships and application periods change throughout the year. The application period is typically during the summer, from June through August. Students are encouraged to check the PASSHE Foundation scholarship portal regularly for current opportunities and deadlines.
Explore and Apply for PASSHE Foundation Scholarships
Cook Honors College Funding Opportunities
If you are a Cook Honors College student, be sure to explore funding opportunities available through the Honors College in addition to the scholarships listed on this page.
Cook Honors College students may have access to additional support for education abroad, research, experiential learning, and other academically enriching opportunities. Funding availability, eligibility requirements, and application procedures may vary year-to-year.
Students are encouraged to speak with the Cook Honors College about available funding opportunities, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines.
Outside Scholarships
Other scholarships for Study Abroad, for which students can obtain information and apply independently. There are many sites that list available scholarships. Two that we feel are particularly useful for students are StudyAbroad.com and IIE Passport to Study Abroad Funding.
In addition to these websites, we have compiled a list of scholarship opportunities for study abroad.
| Scholarship Name | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Bridging Scholarship (Japan) | Eligibility: Japan study abroad, US undergraduate Amount: $2,500/semester or $4,000/full year Contact: Bridging Scholarships for Study in Japan |
| College Language Association Study Abroad Scholarship | Eligibility: IUP students (CLA) Amount: Varies Contact: College Language Association Study Abroad Scholarship |
| Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program | Eligibility: Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate Students Amount: Varies Contact: US Department of StateApply Here |
| DAAD Grants (Germany) | Eligibility: Sophomores/Juniors, German Studies Amount: $2,500-$8,000 Contact: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) |
| Freeman-ASIA | Eligibility: Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA) provides scholarships for US undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. Award provides need-based funding to assist the recipient with the cost of the study abroad program and related expenses, including airfare, basic living costs, local transportation, books, etc. - Summer Award: up to $3,000 - Semester Award: up to $5,000 - Academic/Calendar Year Award: up to $7,000 Contact: Freeman-Asia website |
| Fund for Education Abroad | The Fund for Education Abroad offers a general scholarship up to $10,000 for qualified applicants, as well as other opportunities with specific criteria. Use the link below for more information about all of these opportunities. Various opportunities: Fund for Education Abroad |
| Gilman Scholarship | Eligibility: US citizen, undergraduate, Pell Grant Amount: Up to $5,000 Contact: Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program |
| Go Overseas Scholarship | Eligibility: Varies Amount: Varies Contact: Go Overseas Scholarship |
| Harry S. Truman Scholarship | Eligibility: Junior or senior level, US citizen, or expect to receive US citizenship by the date scholarship will be awarded. Amount: Varies Contact: Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation |
| International Research and Exchange Board Program (IREX) | Eligibility: Varies according to programs Amount: Varies Contact: IREX Grant Opportunities |
| ISEP Scholarships | Eligibility: Enrollment in an ISEP program Amount: Varies Contact: ISEP Scholarships |
| Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Scholarship | Eligibility: Qualified students accepted by Japanese universities or graduate schools under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one year Amount: Monthly stipend: ¥80,000 per month (up to 12 months); Relocation allowance: ¥150,000 (upon arrival only) Contact: JASSO International Student Scholarship for Short-term Study in Japan |
| NSEP (National Security Education Program) David L. Boren | Eligibility: For study abroad in all countries except Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand; US citizen and undergraduate Amount: $10,000/semester or $20,000/year Contact: Boren Awards for International Study |
| Phi Kappa Phi | Eligibility: Between 30 and 90 credit hours; minimum GPA of 3.75; have at least two semesters remaining at IUP after study abroad; specific dates for study abroad Amount: $1,000 (50 awards across the US) Contact: Phi Kappa Phi |
| The Turkish Coalition of America (TCA) | Eligibility: Undergraduate, graduate Amount: Varies Contact: Turkish Coalition of America |
| Toshizo Watanabe Study Abroad Scholarship | Eligibility: Participate in an exchange, direct-enrollment, or approved third-party/affiliate program in Japan. Demonstrate financial need for international study. Amount: Varies. Average awards are $7,000 Contact: Toshizo Watanabe Study Abroad Scholarship |
IUP Education Abroad Scholarship Opportunities
The Office of International Education provides scholarship funding to support eligible IUP students participating in semester-long education abroad programs.
No Separate Scholarship Application Required
Students participating in eligible semester-long education abroad programs are automatically considered for these IUP Education Abroad scholarships. Scholarship consideration is based on the information and materials submitted as part of the student’s IUP Education Abroad application.
*Scholarship awards are made during the spring semester for eligible students who participated in an education abroad program during the previous fall semester or the current spring semester of the same academic year.
Global Engagement Scholarship
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at IUP
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by IUP
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Study abroad must be for a minimum of one academic semester
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
- Must be a US citizen or a legal permanent resident
Herlinda Hernandez Scholarship
The Herlinda Hernandez Scholarship supports eligible IUP Spanish majors participating in study abroad at the University of the Americas in Puebla, Mexico, through the IUP Exchange Program.
- Must be a declared Spanish major at IUP
- Must be accepted to study abroad at the University of the Americas in Puebla, Mexico through the IUP Exchange Program
- Must be of Hispanic descent, with at least one parent who is Hispanic
- Must be a first-generation college student
- Must have earned junior standing or completed a minimum of 57 credits at the time of study abroad
- Must have a minimum 2.5 overall GPA
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in Spanish courses taken at IUP
- Awards may be up to $1,000, subject to available funding
Dr. Patrick A. Carone Study Abroad Scholarship
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at IUP
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by IUP
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Study abroad must be for a minimum of one academic semester
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
- Must be a US citizen or a legal permanent resident
John F. and Yvonne Galli Trettel Scholarship
The Trettel study abroad scholarship shall provide scholarship support to students enrolled at Indiana University of Pennsylvania for study abroad educational and/or international cultural experience opportunities in Western Europe, favoring such countries as Italy, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Must be a non-foreign language major
- Must have completed a minimum of 48 credits
- Must be candidate’s first overseas experience
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at IUP
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Must be a US citizen or a legal permanent resident
Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
The Lieutenant General Joseph S. Laposata and Anita L. Laposata Study Abroad Scholarship
The Lieutenant General Joseph S. Laposata and Anita L. Laposata Study Abroad Scholarship shall provide scholarship support to students enrolled at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
- Must have completed a minimum of 48 credits
- Study abroad programs in Italy, Portugal, or Spain.
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at IUP
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by IUP
- Must have earned a minimum 2.5 grade point average and be in good academic standing
- Study abroad must be for a minimum of one academic semester
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Preferences will be given to students who have financial need
- Must be a US citizen or a legal permanent resident
The Marla Sabo Scholarship for Studies Abroad
Marla Sabo is the founder and CEO of Sabo Strategic Partners International. She was part of the first IUP Studies Abroad in France, at the Universite de Nancy. Her one year overseas was a transformative experience, which was the impetus for beginning and funding the scholarship. That experience encouraged her to continue her education at the Universite de Paris-Sorbonne years later. Sabo completed her BSEd in French/secondary education from IUP in 1979, received the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2007, and received the Eberly Hall of Distinction Award in 2012.
The Marla Sabo Scholarship for Studies Abroad shall provide scholarship support to students enrolled at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
Awarded to a junior or senior each academic year studying abroad for a minimum of at least one semester
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
- Preference will be given to students from the Eberly College of Business
- Preference will be given to those who demonstrate financial need
- Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at IUP
- Must be participating in a full-time study abroad program sanctioned and approved by IUP
- Must demonstrate self-reliance, maturity, and flexibility to deal with the challenges and opportunities associated with study abroad programs
- Must be a US citizen or a legal permanent resident
