Connell Ashmore Baker Scholarship
This scholarship is available to students who are studying abroad for a minimum of one semester (spring only). Applicant must have a minimum 2.5 GPA who demonstrates financial need. For further information, please contact the Global Engagement Office, 724.738.2057, 004 Spotts World Culture Building. For more information, please refer to the Global Engagement Page.
Bennington Study Abroad Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded for the Spring study abroad programs in the languages. The student must have earned at least 6 credits at the 200 level in Spanish, French, Russian or German. Applicants must be declared as French or Spanish majors or Russian or German minors. Asian Studies minors must have completed 103 in Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in the language studied. The award must be used for study abroad in the respective language. The applicant should submit a statement of purpose addressing academic and personal interest in the chosen program and describing how the study abroad experience would benefit him/her. The application is currently closed. The Bennington Study Abroad Scholarship.
The David Boucher '80 International Travel Annual Scholarship
This scholarship is to assist with some of the costs for study abroad trips which include semester study abroad, class trips or an independent study experience (for credit). Applicants must have a minimum 3.25 GPA and be majoring in Nursing or Healthcare Administration. Application is currently closed. Boucher International Travel Scholarship Application is currently closed.
Frank Chua International Study Scholarship
Must be an undergraduate student with a minimum 2.5 GPA seeking to study abroad in culture that is not similar to their primary ethnic culture. An example of this would be a Euro-American wanting to study in Asia or an Asian-American wanting to study in Africa. Global Engagement handles the selection. Available for fall, spring and summer terms. For further information, contact the Global Engagement Office, 724.738.2057, 004 Spotts World Culture Building. The deadline is November 16th for spring awards and April 1st for fall awards. For more information, please refer to the Global Engagement Page.
Deb Cohen Memorial Study Abroad Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded for the Fall study abroad programs in the languages. Must be a French or Spanish major/minor who has earned at least 6 credits at the 200 level in Spanish or French or an Asian Studies minor who has completed 103 in Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in the language studied. For further information contact Languages, Literatures, Cultures and Writing, Dept. Assistant Chair, Yukako Ishimaru, at Yukako.Ishimaru@sru.edu. The Deb Cohen Scholarship Application closes March 8th.
Dr. Jayne E. Craig Scholarship
Scholarship for art students traveling to Europe. Must be a junior or senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA. This scholarship will close on February 5th, 2024. If you have any questions, contact the Art Department, Art Building I, 724.738.2020. The Dr Jayne E. Craig Scholarship is currently closed.
Elementary/Early Childhood International Experiences Scholarship
Must be currently a P-4 Undergraduate education major in Elementary Education/Early Childhood. Funds are for an international travel experience including spring break trips. Students receiving a tuition waiver are not eligible. Those interested should provide a one page letter describing what they hope to gain from the experience and address their financial need. One award will be given each semester. The application deadline is March 15th.
International Experience Award
Elementary Education major (1st major) with a QPA of 3.0 or higher who is a 1) senior doing an international student teaching experience, or 2) junior doing an international field experience, or 3) sophomore or higher standing taking an international field base course. For further information, contact Dr. Sara Tours, ELEC 112 McKay Education Building, The Office of the Dean of the College of Education, 724.738.2864. The deadline for Ireland is March 15th, and the deadline for Mexico is November 15th.
Jack Hill Jr. Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded for the Spring study aborad programs in the languages. Available to a student who is declared as a French or Spanish major, or Russian or German minor; Asian Studies minors must have completed 103 in Chinese, Korean or Japanese. The student must have earned at least 6 credits at the 200 level in Spanish, French, Russian or German, and must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in the language studied. Financial need will be one of the criteria. For further information, contact Languages, Literatures, Cultures and Writing, Dept. Assistant Chair, Yukako Ishimaru, at Yukako.Ishimaru@sru.edu. Application is currently closed. The Jack Hill Jr. Memorial Scholarship Application.
Robert McCollum Study Abroad Scholarship
SRU students approved for a fall semester study abroad program are eligible to apply. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required. Financial need will be considered and an application form, available on the Global Engagement website, must also be completed. For further information, contact the Global Engagement Office, 724.738.2057, 004 Spotts World Culture Building. The deadline is April 13th. For more information, please refer to the Global Engagement Page.
Ethan Nicholas Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded for the Fall study aborad program coordinated through the Office of Global Engagement. First preference is given to French or Spanish majors. Must have completed at least 9 credits of coursework at the 200 level or higher. Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA in their major at time of application. For further information, contact Languages, Literatures, Cultures and Writing, Dept. Assistant Chair, Yukako Ishimaru, at Yukako.Ishimaru@sru.edu. The Ethan Nicholas Endowed Scholarship Application closes March 8th. For more information, please refer to the Global Engagement Page.
Laura Ordaz Fund for Leadership Experiences Abroad
Applicant must be accepted into the annual Student Leadership International Tour program. Students will be automatically considered based on appplication to the program. Award is used to help defray the base cost of the international program and cannot be used for items such as meals. For further information, contact the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership, Second Floor Robert M. Smith Student Center, 724.738.2092 or visit this website.
Dr. Melinda Ristvey Scholarship for Study Abroad
This scholarship will be awarded for the Fall study abroad programs in the languages.The student must have earned at least 6 credits at the 200 level in Spanish or French. Applicants must be French or Spanish majors or minors. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA in the language studied. The award must be used for study abroad in the respective language. The applicant should submit a one page statement of purpose addressing academic and personal interest in the chosen program and describing how the study abroad experience would benefit him/her, one letter of recommendation, and a completed application form. For further information, contact Languages, Literatures, Cultures and Writing, Dept. Assistant Chair, Yukako Ishimaru, at Yukako.Ishimaru@sru.edu. The Melinda Ristvey Scholarship Application closes March 8th.
Dr. Claire Settlemire Travel Scholarship
Applicants must be planning to travel abroad as study abroad for a semester or a year, or travel as part of a university-escorted trip within 12 months of receiving the award. First preference is given to history majors, but secondary education majors with a social studies concentration will be considered as well. An essay of no more than 750 words that includes the following information 1) place of proposed study AND period of time in which the study will take place 2) Statement addressing how the travel experience will build upon educational experiences (courses and/or other informative activities) and contribute to potential educational or career plans 3) Indication of how the funds, if granted, are expected to be used is required. Essays should be sent to sruhistorydept@sru.edu. For further information, contact the History Department. The deadline to apply is December 20th for travel in the spring semester and April 1st for travel in the summer sessions or fall semester.
Gene and Joanne Wilhelm Scholarship
Must be a student in the Geography, Geology and the Environment Department. Applicant must be a full-time student. Student must show financial need. Student has to have completed 24 credits at SRU. First preference to a student who has demonstrated international experience (i.e. a student from another country attending SRU or a student who has completed an academic study abroad program). This scholarship is renewable with a 3.0 GPA. For further information, contact Dr. Heike Hartmann, Department of Geography, Geology, and the Environment, 331 Advanced Technology and Science, 724.738.4376. The deadline is March 15th.