• University of Houston students have the opportunity to apply for financial aid for study abroad.
• OISP is offering 2 scholarships for study abroad: IEFS, HJCC
• Apart from IEFS & HJCC students are also eligible to apply for other scholarships from Study Abroad providers listed below. Please click here for details. Additional details about the scholarships can be found below:
  

International Education Fee Scholarship (IEFS):

• All UH Students who have completed 12 Hours of course work for undergraduates with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and 9 Hours of course work for graduates with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Deadline: March 1st for Summer 2008; October 1st for Fall 2008 and Spring 2009
• International students cannot apply for the March 1st application deadline.
• Contact Information: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen
• Amount: Up to $500 for short term program and up to $1000 for semester program. Amount can vary depending on the number of applicants.
• Additional Information: This scholarship is funded by $1 that students contribute when they register to UH. All UH students planning to go abroad are eligible, as well as some international students.
• For further information, please contact Ms. Fernandes at pfernandes@uh.edu
• General Instructions for IEFS Scholarship
• Instructions for Creating Online Application
• Apply for IEFS

Houston Junior Chamber of Commerce Scholarship(HJCC):

• All UH Students who have completed 12 Hours of course work for undergraduates with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and 9 Hours of course work for graduates with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Deadline: March 1st for Spring 2009/Summer 2009/Fall 2009
• Contact Information: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen
• Amount: Comprehensive
• Additional Information:   Similar to the IEFS, HJCC scholarship is available at University of Houston System campuses. At UH, it is open to students interested in participating in affiliated studies programs through consortia organizations. Information and application forms available at OISP.
• For further information, please contact Ms. Fernandes at pfernandes@uh.edu

Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Program:

• Students receiving federal Pell Grant funding during the academic term of his/her application are eligible
• Deadline: Campus Deadline for Fall/Academic Year - April 3rd 2009
• Contact: http://www.iie.org//programs/gilman/index.html
• Amount: Up to $5,000 for semester or academic-year study abroad
• Additional Information: Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and administered by the Institute of International Education. This program enables students who have limited financial means to participate in study abroad opportunities worldwide.

Freeman-ASIA

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents at the time of application. Applicants must be currently enrolled as undergraduates in U.S. colleges or universities and be in good academic standing.
• Deadline:  For Summer 2009- March 7th, 2009; For Fall 2008 and Academic Year 2008-2009 - April 2nd, 2009
• Contact: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen/ Freeman-ASIA award
• Amount: Summer Program $3,000 Semester Program $5,000 Academic Year Program $7,000
• Additional Information:The aim of the Freeman-ASIA Program is to provide more undergraduates with information about and resources to study in Asia.

David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships (NSEP)

• Available to
• A U.S. citizen at the time of application.
• A high school graduate, or have earned a GED, and are matriculated as a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior in a U.S. post-secondary institution, including universities, colleges, and community colleges accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Applying to engage in a study abroad experience that meets home institution standards.
• Planning to use the scholarship for study abroad and the study abroad program ends before you graduate. NSEP undergraduate scholarships are not for study in the United States.
• Deadline: Academic Year Programs: February 10, 2009
• Contact: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen/ NSEP
• Amount:  The amount of an NSEP scholarship award is based on financial need, as certified by the institution's financial aid office.  The amount will vary from the cost of participation in a proposed study abroad program, to partial support. The maximum scholarship award for any one academic term in a study abroad program is about $10,000. For students participating in individually arranged programs, the amount of the award will be based on host country cost of living, tuition (if any), travel, books, settling-in, and appropriate insurance. These costs will be determined by IIE/NSEP.

Fulbright Student Program 

• Fulbright Eligibility
• Campus Deadline: September 15th 2008
• Contact Information : www.iie.org/fulbright
• UH Contact : Dr. David Bell, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, UH System and Assistant Vice President for Academic and Faculty Affairs, UH Room 203 E. Cullen Bld
• Amount: Comprehensive
• Additional Information: Fulbright Scholarship

HACU Laureate International Scholarship Program:

• Every Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) is eligible to award 15 scholarships.
• Contact Information : marmiento@cisabroad.com or Tollfree # : (866) 219-3658
• Amount: 50% of the program fee.
• Additional Information: UH has agreements with many universities around the world. Among them, there are HACU Universitie. For further information goto www.internationalscholarships.net

SPOT : Scholarship Program of Taiwan

• Encourages students from the United States to pursue their degree studies in Taiwan
• Contact Information/ Application Form: SPOT Website
• UH Contact : Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen
• Deadline : April 30, 2008
• Additional Information : www.studyintaiwan.org

The Houston International Scholarship -  SIT Study Abroad (School for International Training)

• Available to any University of Houston student who is accepted to an SIT Study Abroad program. Awards are based upon need and merit.
• Deadline: Applicants for Summer programs must apply by March 15, Fall semester by May 15 and Spring semester by November 15
• Contact: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen/SIT Study Abroad web site (http://www.sit.edu/studyabroad). For the application Form http://www.sit.edu/studyabroad/docs/houston_app.pdf
• Amount: Awards for summer and semester programs range from $1000 - $10,000.
• More information: This fund is part of a permanent endowment and provides international/intercultural learning opportunities for Houston-area undergraduate students. Partial to full scholarships are available to Houston-area students in any field or major who are accepted to an SIT Study Abroad program. Minority students are strongly encouraged to apply.

CEA Affiliate Scholarship

• Open to students whose home institution is a member of CEA's Affiliate Program. Recipients are selected based on merit and essay quality. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required.
• Deadline:  Fall/Academic Year students: April 15th ;  Spring students: October 15th; Summer Students: February 15th
• Contact:  CEA
• Amount: A maximum of ten (10) scholarships are awarded annually in the amount of $1,000 each
• Additional Information: In addition to completing all CEA program application materials,scholarship applicants must: 1) Submit a completed scholarship application for each scholarship to which they are applying. Students can apply for more than one scholarship, however each student is eligible to win only one award. 2) Write and send a 500-1,000 word essay suited to each scholarship for which they are applying. 3) Send official transcript from their university.

American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS):

• All Students who have completed 12 Hours of course work and with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA who also satisfy the program requirements of the course for which they are applying. Student applying through AIFS for study abroad are eligible
• Deadline: Applicants for summer programs must apply by March 15, fall semester by April 15 and spring semester by October 15.
• Contact Information: AIFS web site
• Amount: 150 semester scholarships of $1,000 each annually as well as up to 50 summer scholarships of $750 each for use on the AIFS programs
• Additional Information:  AIFS annually awards more than $250,000 in scholarships to students who demonstrate high academic achievement and write an essay as detailed on the application. The AIFS International Scholarships promote international understanding through study abroad. The awards celebrate the founding more than 38 years of the AIFS. For more information on eligibility, application procedure, selection criteria, and scholarship amount please visit our office at 501 E. Cullen or visit the AIFS web site at http://www.aifsabroad.com

ABB-Global E3 Scholarship for  Women Engineering Students to Study Abroad

• A scholarship is now available to U.S. women engineering students studying abroad through the Global E3 program.
• Deadline:  October 10th and March 10th
• Contact: Global Engineering Education Exchange
• Amount: Each year 3-5 scholarships will be available. Awards will range from $1,500-$3,000
• Additional Information: The ABB scholarship is available to U.S. women engineering students studying abroad through the Global E3 program. This scholarship is supported with generous funding from ABB Inc., the program's corporate sponsor. The scholarship has been instituted to encourage the participation of talented women students in the engineering field and to help provide these students with valuable international experience.

Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship And Excellence In Education Foundation

• Undergraduate sophomore and junior level students at two and four year colleges and universities who are properly nominated by accredited institutions, recognized by the Department of Education may apply.
• Deadline:  Institutions must submit one original and one copy of all required documents for each nomination to be received by February 2, 2009 for academic year 2008-2009.
• Contact: Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program
• Amount:  $0 to $7,500; $6,650.
• Additional Information: The Goldwater Foundation is a federally endowed agency established in 1986. The program honoring former Sen. Barry M. Goldwater was designed to foster and encourage outstanding students to pursue careers in the fields of mathematics, the natural sciences and engineering. The Goldwater Scholarship is the premier undergraduate award of its type in these fields.

Scholarships for Under-Represented Minority Students to Study Abroad Through Global E3

• To qualify students must be U.S. citizens planning to study abroad at a Global E3 member institution for a minimum of one academic semester. Students must complete and submit a survey on their study abroad experience at the conclusion of the study abroad period.
• Deadline:  March 10 for students planning to study abroad in the Fall;  October 10 for students planning to study abroad in the Spring
• Contact: Under-Represented Minority Students to Study Abroad
• Amount:  up to $1,000
• Additional Information: In seeking to increase the participation rate of under-represented minority students studying abroad, the Global Engineering Education Exchange (Global E3) program is offering scholarships in the amount of $1,000 to off-set the costs associated with study abroad, such as round-trip air-fare, intensive language courses, and settling in costs.

Summer German Language and Culture Program for Engineering Students at the Technical University Munich (TU München)

• The Program is open to second-, third-, and fourth-year undergraduate students enrolled full time in an engineering or natural sciences degree program at an accredited university or college in the US or Canada. Applicants must be Canadian or US citizens, or hold permanent resident status in one of these countries
• Deadline: February 15, 2009
• Contact:  DAAD NY Office Contact
• Amount: Comprehensive
• Additional Information: Thirty scholarships are available. They provide for tuition, dormitory
  accommodations, partial board, a local transportation pass, some excursions, and health and accident insurance for the duration of the course. Scholarship funds are transferred directly to TU München. Please note that the scholarship does not include funds for international and domestic travel.

Bowman Travel Grant (CIEE)

• The applicant (US citizens and permanent residents only) must participate in a CIEE study or volunteer abroad program. Student traveling to "third world" destinations should apply. Covers airfare only for any student traveling to a "third world" country. The applicant must attend a CIEE Member or CIEE Academic Consortium member institution.
• Deadline: October 15-Spring programs; March 15-Summer, Fall, January Term and Academic Year programs.
• Contact: John E. Bowman Travel Grants
• Amount: Awards vary in amount and are issued directly to the student to help defray the cost of travel

London Metropolitan University Scholarship

• London Metropolitan University offers partial tuition waiver scholarships for Fall and Spring semester only, for those students who would otherwise find it difficult to afford a study abroad experiences in London. These are four scholarships available and these are awarded to students with a GPA of 2.5 and over. Consideration will be based on financial need as well as academic merit.
• Deadline: For Spring(Feb 2009) programs October 31st 2008 ; For Fall(Sept 2008) May 31st 2008 .
• Contact: London Metropolitan University / Mel MacCarthy
• Amount: Two tuition waiver scholarships of 500 Pounds Sterlings each; Two tuition waiver scholarships of 1000 Pounds Sterlings each; Please note that the partial tuition waivers shown are only deducted from the semester tuition amount of 3000 Pound Sterling. If you would like to be considered for a scholarship please indicate so on your application.

Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Scholarships

• Available to CIEE Study Center (CSC) applicants from Academic Consortium member institutions
• Deadline: Summer, Fall, and Academic Year Programs: April 15. Spring programs is November 15
• Contact: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen/ CIEE
• Amount: $500 or $1,000

DIS--Scholarships (Program Specific Scholarship)

• Consists of grants in the range of $ 500-1,000 per semester. In addition, a small number of $ 2,000 scholarships are allocated per semester. For summer programs the limit is normally $ 500.
• Deadline:  Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis; we advise you to submit the DIS Scholarship Application Form as early as possible, as DIS will be able to conditionally award a scholarship, pending your acceptance into the program.
• Contact: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen/ DIS Email: dis@umn.edu
• Amount: $500 to $1,000

ASSOCIATION OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION, JAPAN (AIEJ) SCHOLARSHIPS

• Students applying for an academic year program in Japan will be eligible for an AIEJ scholarship. The scholarship provides for one round-trip airfare, a one-time settling-in allowance of approximately $250, and a cash stipend ranging from $6,600-$8,200 per academic year. There is no AIEJ Scholarship application form. The host university nominates the student to Japan's Ministry of Education's AIEJ scholarship committee.
• Deadline:  Host university nominates the student to the AIEJ scholarship committee after receipt of the host university application materials
• Contact: Office of International Studies and Programs, 501 E.Cullen/ AIEJ
• Amount: $500 to $1,000

With a focus on graduate studies and faculty programs, such as the Fullbright, the IIE offers several options to fund international education programs, including some that are open to undergraduate students, such as the NSEP, Gilman and Freeman funds. Eligibility information, deadlines and guidelines are available at www.iie.org.

You can find more scholarships on AskShasta and ISSSO TPEG & Scholarships pages

http://www.uh.edu/enroll/sfa/scholarships.html

http://issso.uh.edu/finances/tpegisssoscholarship.html

Japanese Government Monbunsho Scholarship

The Japanese Government Ministry of Education, Science, and Culture (Monbusho) is offering the Monbusho Scholarship Competition for students planning to study abroad in Japan. The Monbusho Scholarship enables foreign students from 110 different countries to study for 1 - 2 years in Japan. The Monbusho works in cooperation with local, national, and private universities to promote these scholarships. There are three scholarship categories open to U.S. citizens funded by the Monbusho. Japanese Studies Scholarship for undergraduates to study Japanese language and culture, the In-Service Training for Teachers Scholarship for pre-collegiate Japanese instructors to train in methods of teaching Japanese as a foreign language, and the Research Fellowship for post graduates to research a broad range of topics in Japanese universities and educational institutions.

Application: All 16 Japanese consulates in the U.S. are currently accepting applications and will administer interviews and a Japanese language exam to screen qualified individuals for recommendation to the Monbusho. For information and application materials call the nearest consulate-general of Japan or the Embassy of Japan in Washington.
Deadline:
Japanese Studies: End of March 2009
Research Student: Early August 2008
Contact:
contact the Consulate by phone 713/652-2977, fax 713/651-7822, or e-mail http://www.houston.us.emb-japan.go.jp/en/html/gov_scholarships.htm
Amount: N/A
For more information please check the below links:
For Japanese Studies : http://www.houston.us.emb-japan.go.jp/en/html/j_s_ss.htm
For Research Student: http://www.houston.us.emb-japan.go.jp/en/html/r_s_ss.htm

Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Scholarship

Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Scholarship offers scholarships and loans to international students interested in studying abroad in Japan for short and long term durations. Visit the JASSO website for details or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

George J. Mitchell Scholarship

The George J. Mitchell scholarship is for students interested in pursuing a one-year graduate program at an institution in Ireland. The Mitchell Scholarship provides tuition, housing, a $12,000 living expenses stipend, and an international travel allowance to recipients. 12 scholarships are awarded each year.

Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 30, and must exhibit superior academic achievement, leadership abilities and a commitment to public service.

The deadline is usually October 10 th of each year. For more information, consult http://www.us-irelandalliance.org/scholarships.html or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu .

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship Program

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation is a private, independent foundation, established by Jack Kent Cooke to help young people of exceptional promise reach their full potential through education. To fulfill its mission, the Foundation identifies and supports young people of special intelligence, application, deportment, and character who have financial need and demonstrated excellence in academic endeavors and extracurricular activities.  The Foundation's scholarships are the largest and among the most competitive in the country.

The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship Program has two separate competitions-one for continuing four-year college students, the other for graduate student. The award will provide funding for tuition, room and board, required fees, and books for the remainder of the Jack Kent Cooke Scholar's degree. Award amounts will vary for each recipient based on the institution he or she attends. Awards cannot exceed $30,000 annually. Students interested in this scholarship must be nominated by the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Faculty Representative at his/her institution. Direct applications from students will not be accepted.

The Foundation is now accepting applications for these scholarship programs:

• The Young Scholars Program , which offers high-achieving youth with financial need individualized educational services throughout high school that enable them to develop their talents and abilities.  The deadline for applications is May 3, 2004 .  Learn more about this program .
  
• The  Graduate Scholarship Program , which offers students and recent alumni from any accredited college or university in the US the opportunity to compete for some of the largest graduate scholarships in the country.  The deadline for nominations is April 30, 2004 .  Learn more about this program .

White House Fellows Program

The White House Fellows Program currently is reviewing applications for the 2005-2006. The program will begin accepting applications for the 2005-2006 class from September 1, 2004 through February 1, 2005.Founded in 1964, the White House Fellows program is America's most prestigious program for leadership and public service. White House Fellowships offer exceptional young men and women first-hand experience working at the highest levels of the federal government.

White House Fellows typically spend a year working as full-time, paid special assistants to senior White House Staff, the Vice President, Cabinet Secretaries and other top-ranking government officials. Fellows also participate in an education program consisting of roundtable discussions with renowned leaders from the private and public sectors, and trips to study U.S. policy in action both domestically and internationally.

Selection as a White House Fellow is based on a combination of the following criteria:

• A record of remarkable professional achievement early in one's career.
• Evidence of leadership skills and the potential for further growth.
• A demonstrated commitment to public service.
• The knowledge and skills necessary to contribute successfully at the highest levels of the federal government.

Prerequisites

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
• Applicants should be finished with their undergraduate education and working in their chosen professions.
• There are no formal age restrictions. However, the fellowship program was created to give selected Americans the experience of government service early in their careers.
  

For more information please visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/fellows/

Marshall Scholarship (Only for UK institution)

Marshall Scholarships finance young Americans of high ability to study for a degree in the United Kingdom. At least forty Scholars are selected each year to study either at graduate or occasionally undergraduate level at an UK institution in any field of study. Each scholarship is held for two years.

As future leaders, with a lasting understanding of British society, Marshall Scholars strengthen the enduring relationship between the British and American peoples, their governments and their institutions. Marshall Scholars are talented, independent and wide-ranging, and their time as Scholars enhances their intellectual and personal growth. Their direct engagement with Britain though its best academic programmers contributes to their ultimate personal success.

Application Details:Candidates must submit their application on the online form provided. Applications must be endorsed by the President, Provost, or Academic Dean of the applicant's educational institution (or employer). The online application must be submitted and authorized by a designated member of staff at the applicant's educational institution (or employer). All items including the four letters of recommendation must be submitted online by the authorized contact and received at the regional center no later than October 1, 2005. NB: Academic transcripts must be sent by regular mail, they should be marked with the id code given and be received no later than 1st October 2005

Deadline: October 1st, 2007 for the 2007 - 2008 academic year.
URL: http://www.marshallscholarship.org/index.html
Email: Caroline.cracraft@fco.gov.uk

The Fulbright Program

The Fulbright Program awards grants and teaching assistantships to students in over 140 countries for one year of study. Students may propose to apply directly to an institution, conduct an independent research project, engage in an intensive language study, or apply for a teaching assistantship. The Fulbright Program funds travel expenses, housing, insurance, and other expenses for the time spent abroad.

Candidates must be US citizens and have a bachelor's degree by the time they begin their project overseas. Applicants should also have sufficient proficiency in the written and spoken language of the host country in order to carry out the proposed study.

The national deadline is usually October 21 st each year, but there may be a campus deadline in the beginning of October for UH candidates. Students may not apply to this scholarship directly. Institutional endorsement is required. Each candidate must be evaluated by a campus committee. For information, consult www.iie.org or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu .

Gates-Cambridge

The Gates-Cambridge funds expenses for studying at Cambridge for 1-4 years. Applicants are usually under 30 years of age, must be admitted to Cambridge , and should have attained their bachelor's degree before the beginning of their graduate program. There is no citizenship requirement for this award.

The national deadline is November 1 of each year, but there may be a campus deadline in May for UH students. For information, consult http://www.gates.scholarships.cam.ac.uk/ or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu .

German Chancellor Scholarship Program - Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

The Humboldt Foundation offers a variety of research, academic and summer programs for American undergraduate and graduate students to study abroad in Germany. Before submitting an application, applicants are expected to have established contact with a mentor in Germany who agrees to provide professional and scholarly assistance throughout the program.

Applicants must be under 35 and U.S. citizens in the academic, economic, political and social fields who will have completed a bachelor's degree prior to the start of the scholarship program.  For more information on the programs offered and to complete the online applications, visit the Humboldt Foundation website at http://www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/programme/index.htm. 

Japan Monbukagakusho Scholarship

The Japan Monbukagakusho Scholarship Offers a variety of scholarships for students generally studying abroad in Japan; studying Japanese studies and languages in Japan; planning to teach in Japan; conducting research in Japan; and undertaking vocational training in Japan. Eligibility requirements and deadlines vary depending on the particular program. Please be aware that because applicants must apply through a Japanese Embassy or Consulate in the country where they hold citizenship, the Consulate in Houston only has scholarship information applicable to U.S. citizens. For more information contact Monobukagakusho's website or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants

Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants are designed to help support undergraduates as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic fields by studying abroad. Thirty-eight $1,000 grants are awarded each year. The scholarship is for a summer study abroad program, and the study abroad plan should relate directly to applicant's academic preparation, potential career choice, and commitment to the welfare of others. Candidates must attend an institution with a Phi Kappa Phi chapter, and have at least a 3.5 GPA. Applicants must also have a minimum of 30 credit hours, but no more than 90 credit hours by the deadline. For more information, contact the Phi Kappa Phi website or the Office of Undergraduate Research.

Rhodes Scholarship

The Rhodes awards 32 scholarships each year to American students for study at Oxford for 2-3 years. The Rhodes covers tuition and all other educational costs for the scholars' tenure at Oxford . Applicants must be full-time graduating seniors that have at least a 3.7 GPA, demonstrate leadership abilities, possess a strong sense of social purpose, and are committed to athletics (or at least energetic). Candidates should be unmarried, under the age of 24, and have attained a bachelor's degree before beginning their first term at Oxford . The Rhodes is one of the most prestigious scholarships, and therefore one of the most competitive awards available.

The national deadline is in the beginning of October each year, but there may be a campus deadline in May for UH candidates. Students may not apply to this scholarship directly. Institutional endorsement is required. For more information, consult www.rhodesscholar.org or contact the Office of Undergraduate Research at undergrad-research@uh.edu .

Rotary - 2007-08 Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships

This program provides Academic-Year, Multi-Year, and Cultural scholarships to study abroad. After study is completed, scholars share their experiences with the people of their home countries and with the local Rotarians who sponsored their scholarships.

The deadline is over a year before the period of study would begin. For instance, 2007 applicants should plan on studying abroad during the 2008-09 academic year. Deadline is typically in early January. Contact undergrad-research@uh.edu for more information or consult the Rotary website at www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/.