Penn State Education Abroad Funding Opportunities
• Most grants, scholarships, and financial aid can be applied to study abroad
• Apply for scholarships directly through your education abroad application for most programs
• Education Abroad awards over $600,000 annually
* Please note that you must have a FAFSA on file to be eligible for scholarships.
global.psu.edu/category/costs-and-funding
Other Funding Resources:
• Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center
“ So we know that it’s not enough for us to simply encourage more people to study abroad. We also need to make sure that they can actually afford it.”
• University Fellowships Office
—Michelle Obama
• Your academic college, campus, or department • Penn State Student Aid
• Student Engagement Network • Program provider or host institution
How Do I Get Started? • Compare programs based on academics, duration, and total costs outlined on each program page • Consider a program in a non-traditional location where programs may be more affordable and more funding may be available
EducationAbroad@psu.edu Global.psu.edu/education @PennStateAbroad @PSUAbroad @PennStateAbroad
• Create a financial plan, and start saving now • Diversify your funding, and double up on scholarships
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