Easy Guide to Study Abroad Scholarships
This guide should be used as a starting point when looking for scholarships and other opportunities to defray the costs of studying abroad. It is not, however, a comprehensive list of all available scholarships. Students are encouraged to search on their own for additional funding.
Some of the scholarships listed here are offered through the Study Abroad Office, while other scholarships listed are offered through specific Texas Tech colleges or departments, or other outside organizations.
For more information, including full eligibility requirements and deadlines, follow the link provided for each scholarship.
Scholarships Available Through the Texas Tech Office of International Affairs
Award | Amount | Eligibility | Fall/Academic Year Deadline | Spring Deadline | Summer Deadline |
Study Abroad Competitive Scholarship (SACS) | Varies; average awards for 2017-2018 were $500-$1,950 | Review SACS eligibility requirements | February 14, 2023 | September 26, 2022 | February 14, 2023 |
Buena Vista Endowed Scholarship |
$3,000 | TTU undergraduate pursuing study abroad. Preference given to a student who demonstrates financial need. 3.0 GPA required at time of application. | February 14, 2023 | October 1, 2022 | February 14, 2023 |
Clinton Colgin Study Abroad Scholarship |
$3,000 | TTU undergraduate pursuing study abroad at the TTU Center in Sevilla. Preference given to a student who demonstrates financial need. | February 14, 2023 | October 1, 2022 | N/A |
Scholarships Available Through Various Texas Tech Colleges, Departments, and Organizations
Award | Amount | Eligibility | Fall/Academic Year Deadline | Spring Deadline | Summer Deadline |
CMLL Departmental Scholarships |
Varies |
Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
CMLL Study Abroad Scholarship | $1,000-$5,000 | Recipient must have a 2.0 GPA or better. Preference given to CMLL majors/minors, students demonstrating financial need, and students studying on faculty-led programs including TTU centers in Spain and Costa Rica. | February 27, 2023 | October 2, 2023 (for Spring 2024) | February 27, 2023 |
College of Human Sciences Wolf Study Abroad Scholarships | Varies | Recipient must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or better. Priority will be given to students enrolled in a faculty-led study abroad program in CoHS. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
McKenzie Scholars Program | $2,500 for fall/spring programs; $1,500 for Intersession, Maymester and summer programs | Applicants must be Rawls College of Business Students. Must submit the scholarship application, resume, and video essay between 3-8 minutes long. | March 1 | October 1 | February 1 |
Military & Veterans Programs Office Scholarships | Varies by scholarship; several are available | Scholarships awarded to veterans and dependents each year based upon available funding. | February 1 for current TTU students; March 1 for transfer students | February 1 for current TTU students; March 1 for transfer students | February 1 for current TTU students; March 1 for transfer students |
Raider Rojos | $1,000 | Must complete 1 full semester and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Scholarship for Honors Study Abroad | Varies | Must be in good standing with the Honors College. Must have completed two semesters of academic coursework at TTU, with at least one semester with Honors. Students who plan to study abroad in their last semester must have completed all Honors requirements to be eligible to receive the Honors College Study Abroad scholarship. | May 1 | October 1 | March 1 |
Sigma Delta Pi Dr. Comfort Awotwi Pratt Endowed Study Abroad Scholarship | Varies | Sigma Delta Pi members who are pursuing study abroad in Spain or Latin America | Not available | Not available | February 1 |
Student Disability Services Scholarships | Varies | Only SDS registered students are eligible. Scholarships are awarded late spring and early summer for use during the following school year. Use of these scholarships toward costs of studying abroad depends on the scholarship the type of award. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Texas Tech Current Student Scholarships | Varies | The university application for current students allows students to apply for over 4,000 internal scholarship with 1 application! | February 1 | February 1 | February 1 |
Terry Foundation Scholars Program | Varies | Must be a Terry Scholar. Students who receive the Terry Scholarship should contact the Texas Tech Terry Scholar Program Coordinator to learn about study abroad funding. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
WCOE International Engineering Programs Scholarship
Start Your WCOE International Engineering Programs Scholarship Application
Continue Your WCOE International Programs Scholarship Application |
Varies |
This scholarship is only for current WCOE students whom are going abroad under financial hardship or with special circumstances. Financial need definition: a student that receives federal aid such as: PELL Grant, Federal Loans, or any need-based assistance from the State. Special circumstances definition: death of a family member, loss of job, natural disasters, etc. |
March 20 | October 3 | March 1 |
Varies | Scholarships offered to 1 undergraduate and 1 graduate student. Must complete scholarship application form and provide other written materials. | February 1 | February 1 | February 1 |
Scholarships Available Through Study Abroad Providers and Exchange Partners
Award | Amount | Eligibility | Fall/Academic Year Deadline | Spring Deadline | Summer Deadline |
AIFS Study Abroad Scholarships, Grants, and Financial Support | Varies | Students participating on AIFS programs. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
American College of Thessaloniki | Varies | Students participating on American College of Thessaloniki programs. | Varies | Varies | Scholarships only available during the semesters. |
Arcadia University Scholarships | If awarded, semester awards range from $500-$2,500; summer awards range from $250-$1,000. | Students participating on Arcadia University programs. | Rolling; applications can be submitted up to one month prior to program start date. | Rolling; applications can be submitted up to one month prior to program start date. | Rolling; applications can be submitted up to one month prior to program start date. |
API Study Abroad Scholarships | Typically ranges from $250-$1,000 per student, if awarded. The maximum amount awarded is $2,000 for semester students and $1,000 for summer students. | Students participating on API programs. | June 10 | October 30 | April 1 |
CEA Study Abroad Scholarships | Varies | Students participating on CEA Study Abroad programs. CEA also offers grants and vouchers. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
CEPA: European Study Center Scholarships | Varies | Students studying at the European Study Center with CEPA. | April 1 | October 1 | March 1 |
CET Academic Programs Scholarships | $500-$1,500 | Students participating on CET study abroad programs. | May 1 | November 1 | March 1 |
Child Family Health International (CFHI) Scholarships | Varies; partial to full funding available | Students participating on CFHI study abroad programs. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
CIEE Study Abroad Scholarships | Maximum award amounts are: $6,500 for a full semester, $2,500 for the summer, and $2,000 for January term programs. | Students participating on CIEE programs. | April 1 | October 15 | April 1 |
CISAbroad Scholarships | $250-$750 | Students participating on CISAbroad programs. | April 7 | October 1 | March 1 |
CRCC Asia Scholarships | Varies, up to full funding | Students participating on CRCC Asia programs. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
DIS Study Abroad in Scandinavia Scholarships | If awarded, the combined maximum scholarship for a semester student is $5,000. Summer awards vary from $250-$1,000 depending on the program cost and duration. | Students participating on DIS programs. Need and merit based scholarships available. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Global Experiences Scholarships | Varies | Students participating on Global Experiences programs. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
IES Study Abroad Scholarships | Varies | Students participating on IES standard study abroad programs. | May 1 | November 1 | April 1 |
IFSA-Butler Scholarships | Varies by scholarship | Students participating on IFSA-Butler programs. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
ISA Scholarships and Grants | Varies | Students participating on ISA study abroad programs. | April 30 | October 30 | February 28 |
John Cabot University Scholarships | Varies | Students participating on John Cabot programs. | July 15 | November 15 | April 15 for Summer I; May 15 for Summer II |
KCP International Scholarships | Varies | Students studying on KCP programs. | Rolling | Rolling | Rolling |
Lorenzo de' Medici Scholarships | Varies | Students participating on LdM programs. Must have a 3.25 GPA or higher, and submit an essay and additional academic recommendation. | Due by the program application deadline | Due by the program application deadline | Scholarships only available for semester programs |
School for Field Studies Scholarships, Aid, and Loans | Varies | Students participating on School for Field Studies programs. Aid applications will be considered after acceptance to the program and payment of the Commitment Deposit. | Rolling; review of applications begins in April | Rolling; review of applications begins in September | Rolling; review of applications begins in February |
Semester at Sea | Varies | Students participating in Semester at Sea programs. Applications are reviewed after students place a deposit. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Scholarships Through External Sources
Award | Amount | Eligibility | Fall/Academic Year Deadline | Spring Deadline | Summer Deadline |
Asian Pacific Fund Scholarships | Varies | Varies; each scholarship is tailored to reflect the donor's personal interests. specific ethnicity, career path, or background. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship | Up to $5,000 | U.S. citizens receiving Pell Grants; must be abroad for at least 21 days on a credit-bearing study abroad program. | October of year prior for early deadline; otherwise, March | March of year prior for early deadline; otherwise, October | October for early deadline; otherwise, March |
Boren Awards | $8,000 for summer (STEM students only, 8 weeks minimum), $10,000 for a semester, $20,000 for 6-12 months | U.S. citizens with preference for study in countries, languages, and fields of study critical to U.S. national security. Preference is also given to students who will study abroad for longer periods of time. | February | February | February |
Bridging Scholarships for Study in Japan | Up to $4,000 | U.S. citizens studying in Japan for at least 3 months. Must be a credit-bearing program. | April | October | Not available |
British Universities Transatlantic Exchange Association (BUTEX) Scholarship | 500 GBP | Students studying in the UK for a semester or academic year | June | June | Not available |
Bruce Alan Ebersole Foundation Scholarship | Varies | Students seeking a summer learning opportunity in public services, non-profit, or internationally | Not available | Not available | April |
Critical Language Scholarship Program | If awarded, student will participate in a fully-funded, group-based language intensive program | U.S. citizens interested in studying one of 15 critical languages for 8-10 weeks. | Not available | Not available | November of year prior to program |
Delta Phi Alpha German Study Abroad Scholarship | Up to $1,250 | Delta Phi Alpha members who are pursuing study abroad in a German-speaking country. | March 15 | November 15 | November 15 |
Diversity Abroad Scholarships | Varies | Students of diverse backgrounds. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Diverse International Women of Color Study Abroad Scholarship | $500 | Women of color who have been accepted to an in-person study abroad program | N/A | November 1 | May |
Education in Ireland Scholarship Resources | Varies | Students studying abroad in Ireland | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Freeman Awards for Study in Asia | Varies | U.S. citizens or permanent residents who demonstrate financial need to study in East or Southeast Asia. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Fund for Education Abroad | Up to $10,000 for academic year; up to $5,000 for a semester; and a minimum of $1,250 for summer | Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident; currently enrolled undergraduate student; your study abroad program must be eligible for credit from Texas Tech. | January | September | January |
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholarship | Varies | Students studying abroad in Germany. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Gilman-McCain Scholarship |
$5,000 |
Dependent children of an active military member during the time of application. Recipient of any type of Title IV federal financial aid. US citizen. Applying for a credit bearing study abroad program. | Rolling | Rolling | Rolling |
GoOverseas.com Ireland Scholarship |
$15,000 |
Students studying in Ireland | December | December | N/A |
GoOverseas.com New Zealand Scholarships |
Up to $15,000 |
Students studying in New Zealand for a semester or academic year. | October | October | N/A |
GoOverseas.com Study Abroad Scholarship | $500 | Any student studying abroad is eligible to apply. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Golden Key National Honor Society Study Abroad Scholarships | Varies | Society members only | Varies | Varies | Varies |
InternationalStudent.com Travel Video Contest | Up to $4,000 | All international and study abroad students | October | October | October |
National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) Scholarship | Varies | Must have an active NIAF membership, or have a parent or grandparent with an active membership | Varies | Varies | Varies |
National Society of Collegiate Scholars Scholarships | Varies | Undergraduate National Society of Collegiate Scholars members only. | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grants | $1,000 | Undergraduate student attending a university with an active Phi Kappa Phi chapter, GPA of 3.75 or higher | March 15 | March 15 | March 15 |
Study Abroad in Australia Scholarships | Varies | For study abroad in Australia | Varies | Varies | Varies |
Toshizo Watanabe Endowed Scholarship Fund | The scholarship will support the cost of attendance to the institution or study abroad program of the applicant's choice and grants awards to recipients in amounts determined by financial need and other qualifications. | For study in Japan only. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Preference given to undergraduates but graduate students may apply. Must be in good standing with TTU and demonstrate financial need. | February 20, 2023 | February 20, 2023 | N/A |
Other Funding Sources
Prestigious External Student Awards
The TTU Prestigious External Student Awards office is dedicated to enhancing the academic quality and reputation of the University. The Prestigious External Student Awards office is open to working with all students from all fields and all levels who are interested in merit-based scholarships. This office provides resources specifically for study abroad students.
External Scholarship Databases
Search for a number of different scholarships, grants, and other funding opportunities through organizations outside of Texas Tech:
- IIE Passport Study Abroad Funding
- International Education Financial Aid
- NAFSA: Association of International Educators Financial Aid for Study Abroad
- Scholarships.com
- Sallie Mae/CASHE
- Rotary International – Ambassadorial Scholarships
- Fast Web Scholarship Database
- StudyAbroad.com Scholarship Database
Community-Based Funding Ideas
Resources from your hometown or local community may prove to be valuable to your scholarship search and study abroad fundraising. Some of the organizations listed may offer scholarships, or may be willing to sponsor your study abroad in other ways. Don't be afraid to ask!
- Service Clubs - Rotary, Lions, Kiwanis, etc.
- Chamber of Commerce or local town hall
- Local newspaper
- Your high school
- Religious organizations
- Your employer or a family member's employer
- Is Crowdfunding a Viable Source for Study Abroad Funding?
Additional Helpful Links
Study Abroad
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Address
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Email
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