Funding for Study Abroad (FAQ)
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WHEN SHOULD I START PLANNING MY FINANCES FOR STUDY ABROAD?
Sooner is always better than later! You should begin your financial planning as soon as you begin researching study abroad locations and programs. Keep in mind the funds/grants/loans you anticipate receiving. Carefully read the program costs to determine what is included in the program fee. Don’t forget to consider your spending habits, the cost of international airfare and your additional travel and meal costs (if you plan to travel during your program). Returned study abroad students have said studying abroad required at least $1,000 more than they initially anticipated.
DO I APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID DIFFERENTLY IF I AM PLANNING TO STUDY ABROAD?
No. You and your parents should file the FAFSA or Renewal FAFSA as though you were going to study in Boise. The priority filing deadline will be February 15.
I HAVE NEVER RECEIVED FINANCIAL AID. IS THERE ANY FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID THAT MIGHT APPLY TO ME NOW THAT I AM PLANNING ON STUDYING ABROAD?
Possibly. You should file the FAFSA in February (follow the Financial Aid Office deadlines) to be considered for federal, state, and institutional aid (including loans).
WILL ALL MY FINANCIAL AID GO WITH ME ON A STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM?
Possibly. You should file the FAFSA in February (follow the Financial Aid Office deadlines) to be considered for federal, state, and institutional aid (including loans).
WHEN WILL MY FINANCIAL AID BE AVAILABLE AND HOW WILL I RECEIVE IT?
Different types of aid become available at different times during the semester. Please discuss this issue with the Financial Aid Office.
ARE THERE ANY SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR STUDY ABROAD?
There are several scholarship opportunities for students studying abroad. For more information, please read further on this page.
WHAT ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CERTAIN MAJORS, ATHLETICS, OR THE HONORS COLLEGE?
Ask the scholarship sponsor if your scholarship can be used to study abroad.
WILL I BE ABLE TO WORK WHILE I AM ABROAD?
In most countries, US students cannot work without a work permit. However, in some countries, American students are now eligible to work up to 20 hours per week while studying abroad.
WHAT ABOUT VETERAN BENEFITS, ARMED SERVICE WAIVERS, AND ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS?
Contact the Boise State Veteran’s Services Office, Lincoln Garage 1st floor, or call (208) 426-3744 for more information regarding whether you can use your benefits for study abroad.
Study Abroad Scholarships
The key to finding and receiving scholarship money is planning and commitment. Take the time to type your application, answer questions thoughtfully, proofread your application several times and begin to research
funding opportunities as soon as you become interested in studying abroad.
The Global Learning Office has a number of scholarships available. Please visit our website for the application and deadlines. Many of your Boise State scholarships will travel abroad with you, but this is not
guaranteed. Please confirm your scholarship details with the Financial Aid Office.
ANSOTEGUI-FEREDAY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Awards in the range of $1000 – $1,500 will be awarded to students studying Basque language or culture through USAC in San Sebastian/Donostia and Bilbao in the Basque region of Spain.
PAT AND ELOISE BIETER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Pat and Eloise Bieter Memorial scholarship in the range of $500 – $1,000 will be made available to a Boise
State University history major intending to study abroad. Minimum GPA is 3.2 and it is open only to declared history majors who have completed all lower division required
history courses.
SANDRA EGGERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships will be made available to Boise State students participating in a study abroad program outside of Europe. The average award is $1000 per person.
FRANKLE SCHOLARSHIP
Declared business students studying abroad on USAC programs are eligible for this scholarship. Award is $500-$1,000.
USAC SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships will be awarded to students participating in any USAC program. The average award is $500 – $1,500 per person.
ETO SCHOLARSHIP
Several scholarship awards from a range of $1000 – $2000 will be given to students who study at sites in Asia, Australia, or New Zealand.
GLOBAL LEARNING SCHOLARSHIPS
GL scholarship awards are available for any program and require the completion of service hours promoting study abroad upon return to Boise State campus. The average award is $500-$1,000 per person.
OTHER ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPS
The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program for study abroad will provide up to $5,000 for U.S. undergraduate citizens and nationals to pursue overseas study. Only students receiving Pell Grants are eligible.