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UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Scholarships
These scholarships are managed by the UK EA Office.
֍ UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Scholarship
UK EA Scholarships are available for full-time, degree seeking UK students participating on an approved, credit-bearing UK EA program.
One Application, Multiple Opportunities - By completing a single UK EA Scholarship application, you will automatically be considered for all scholarships managed by the UK EA office except the Heidelberg Scholarship and University of Caen Scholarship.
Click the button below to explore scholarship deadlines, award details, eligibility criteria, and the comprehensive list of UK EA Scholarships included in this streamlined process.
UK EA Exchange Program Scholarships
Scholarships are available for participants in fall 2025, spring 2026, and/or academic year 2025-26 exchange programs listed below.
To be considered, students must complete an application for the UK EA Scholarship and identify one of the listed programs below as their program of interest. There is no separate scholarship application required to be considered for these exchange program scholarships. Applicants are not guaranteed a scholarship. Students must also apply and be accepted to the chosen exchange program.
Programs with scholarships available:
- Charles Sturt University, Australia: 3 scholarships of $2500
- Lancaster University, Great Britain: 3 scholarships of $2500
- Meiji Gakuin University, Japan: 3 scholarships of $2500
- Swansea University, Great Britain: 4 scholarships of $2500
- University of Sussex, Great Britain: 5 scholarships of $2500
- Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador: 2 scholarships of $2500
Click here to apply for the UK EA Scholarship and be considered for one of the listed exchange scholarships.
Heidelberg Scholarship
Visit the scholarship detail page for deadline information.
UK Education Abroad & Exchanges offers two scholarships per year for students studying at the Heidelberg University in Germany. The recipients of this scholarship will exhibit academic excellence, maturity, adaptability, a readiness to learn and the ability to communicate in German.
University of Caen Scholarship
This scholarship is available for students proficient in French language, who have demonstrated academic achievement, and plan to continue French study. UK Education Abroad, in partnership with the Lexington-Deauville Sister City commission, offers two semesters (one fall and one spring) tuition and housing paid scholarships to attend the University of Caen in France. Contact Exchanges Coordinator Laurence Tuccori – Laurence.tuccori@uky.edu – for a copy of the scholarship application form.
UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Donor Funded Scholarships
All applicants who apply to the UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Scholarship are automatically considered for the below scholarship opportunities.
Henry and Josephine Duysen Scholarship Fund for Education Abroad
Applicable to fall programs only.
This scholarship is available for full-time undergraduate first-generation college students currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky who maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher at the time of application, have completed 30 or more credit hours, and are participating in a fall term semester-length program. Consideration for this specific scholarship will take place as part of the UK Education Abroad Scholarship process.
How to Apply: All applicants to the UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Scholarship who are eligible for this donor award will be automatically considered.
Meredith Leigh Buscher Memorial Scholarship
Applicable to fall and spring programs.
This scholarship is available for full-time undergraduate students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in credit bearing, semester-long Spanish language and culture Education Abroad program in South or Central America. Preference will be given to those students studying Spanish language. Consideration for this specific scholarship will take place as part of the UK Education Abroad Scholarship process.
How to Apply: All applicants to the UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Scholarship who are eligible for this donor award will be automatically considered.
Patty Brophy Study Abroad Travel Scholarship Fund
Applicable to spring programs only.
This scholarship is available to support travel expenses for one or more undergraduate students with financial need who are traveling internationally for an education abroad program, internship, and/or another international high impact learning opportunity. Consideration for this specific scholarship will take place as part of the UK Education Abroad Scholarship process.
How to Apply: All applicants to the UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Scholarship who are eligible for this donor award will be automatically considered.
University of Kentucky, College, and Departmental Awards
These awards are from various colleges and departments at the University of Kentucky. UK EA does not manage these awards. Contact the college or department listed for more information.
FAFSA - Federal Student Aid and Pell Grant Application
Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to apply for financial aid for college or graduate school. Completing a FAFSA gives you more opportunities for federal aid and university funding. FAFSA is also required to determine your eligibility for a Pell Grant.
UK Financial Aid & Scholarships
UK's Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships is a great resource for all students looking to go abroad. Your Financial Aid counselor can help discuss your options for using scholarship funding, financial aid, and/or loans to help offset your education abroad expenses.
College of Arts & Sciences (A&S)
Browse scholarships from the College of Arts and Sciences: A&S Scholarships website
- Note that many deadlines are March 1.
- If you have not been able to find funding through the scholarships listed, please complete this form:
Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment (CAFE)
The CAFE Ed Abroad Scholarship accepts applications from students enrolled in a CAFE undergraduate degree program, hold a minimum cumulative 2.6 GPA, and have an active application with the UK EA office.
Gatton College of Business and Economics (B&E)
B&E students who apply for, and are eligible for, UK EA scholarships will be automatically considered for a Gatton College of Business and Economics Scholarship for Education Abroad.
College of Communication and Information (C&I)
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College of Dentistry
Browse scholarships from the College of Dentistry.
- Learn more https://dentistry.uky.edu/scholarships
College of Design
Zolondek Travel Award: available to all College of Design students in their third year of undergraduate study or above. Read more and contact the College’s Director of International Studies for more information.
- Learn more: https://design.uky.edu/education-abroad/
Richard N. Monohan, Jr. Endowed Research Fellowship: Research fellowship for education abroad; for architecture students with financial need who demonstrate potential for academic excellence.
- Learn more: https://design.uky.edu/scholarships/
Omni Architects Travel Scholarship: For students in their second year or later in the College’s School of Architecture who intend to travel within the US or internationally during the academic year to enhance their architectural studies.
- Learn more: https://design.uky.edu/scholarships/
David Anthony Spaeth Travel Scholarship: For interiors students receiving core credit for studying abroad during the summer and traveling with an approved College Faculty Directed Program. Student must show demonstrated financial need and academic merit based on the student’s design portfolio.
- Learn more: https://design.uky.edu/scholarships/
College of Education
Tuition for student teaching overseas is the same as it would be for student teaching locally. Applications for scholarships, specifically allotted for the OST program are available through 166 TEB, as are applications for a number of other scholarships which could be applied.
Pigman College of Engineering
Pigman Scholars Program: Each year a cohort of Pigman Scholars receive a scholarship to participate in a summer 2025 program. For more information, contact your Pigman Scholarship contact.
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College of Fine Arts
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College of Health Sciences
The College of Health Sciences provides a $500 Education Abroad Travel Grant to support students on selected education abroad programs. For more information on the grant, eligible programs, and request process, please review this web form link: https://www.uky.edu/chs/global-initiatives/funding
Lewis Honors College
The Lewis Honors College partners with the Education Abroad Office to offer additional funding to Honors students that have submitted a UK Education Abroad and Exchanges Scholarship.
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The Honors Grant Review committee will consider the merit of the proposal submitted to the EA Scholarship when making award decisions. Students only need to submit the application to the EA office to be considered and all students that do so will be considered. For additional award information, see below.
- Learn more: https://www.uky.edu/honors/grants-and-awards
Rosenberg College of Law
Browse scholarships from the College of Law: https://law.uky.edu/admissions/financing-your-legal-education/scholarships.
College of Medicine
Browse scholarships from the College of Medicine: https://medicine.uky.edu/sites/meded/medical-education-scholarships.
College of Nursing
Browse scholarships from the College of Nursing: https://nursing.uky.edu/undergraduate-scholarships
College of Pharmacy
Browse scholarships and aid from the College of Pharmacy: https://pharmacy.uky.edu/apply.
College of Public Health
Browse scholarships from the College of Public Health: https://cph.uky.edu/students/financial-aid/public-health-scholarship-program.
College of Social Work
Browse scholarships from the College of Social Work: https://socialwork.uky.edu/academics/scholarships/
LGBTQ Resources Scholarship
The University of Kentucky Office of LGBTQ* Resources, a unit of the Office of Institutional Diversity, has scholarships available to currently enrolled full-time students. Award requirements, deadlines, and details vary, but more information is available by clicking the scholarship title.
Partner Scholarships
These awards are offered by our partner providers and partner universities abroad. To learn more about these scholarships, contact the partner or host university listed with the award.
AIFS Abroad/Global Experiences Grants and Scholarships
AIFS Abroad and Global Experiences have established several grants and scholarships available to applicants on their programs. AIFS/GE grants do not require an extra application - students will know before applying to their program if they are eligible. Grants include $500 for students who are Pell Grant eligible, a Gilman recipient, FEA recipient, Boren recipient, receiving benefits from the GI Bill, and who go abroad a second time with AIFS/GE. In addition to these grants, students can apply for scholarship funding from AIFS/GE.
API Scholarships
These scholarships are available for students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in an API program.
Barcelona SAE Scholarships
The TODOS (The Outcomes-Based Diversity Outreach Strategy) Scholarships are focused on removing the barriers that often keep underrepresented groups with high financial need from studying abroad. This group includes, but is not limited to, students with diverse race, ethnicity, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. University of Kentucky students on any BSAE program are encouraged to apply for funding.
CCSA Storyteller Scholarship
The CCSA Storyteller Scholarship is designed to encourage student participation in CCSA programs by offering a means for students to tell their own CCSA stories. The maximum award is $1,000. Awardees are expected to provide CCSA quality writing and/or imagery. The deliverable product must be appropriate for the CCSA website, although the student may propose multiple formats such as a blog or a YouTube project. Students are encouraged to be creative with the medium they choose for sharing their CCSA story.
CEA CAPA Scholarships
These scholarships are available to students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in a CEA CAPA program.
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DIS Scholarships
These scholarships are available to students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in a DIS program. DIS offers need-based scholarships allocated from various funds including the Mary Dau Foundation to study abroad with DIS. Please visit the DIS website for more information on scholarship opportunities. DIS Automatic Program Fee Reductions UK students will receive $3,000 off academic year and semester programs, $300 off 3-credit summer programs, $400 off 4-credit summer programs, and $700 off a summer architecture and design programs. UK students will not normally be considered for additional individual DIS scholarships except in extraordinary cases.
Global Semesters - University of Nicosia Scholarships
These scholarships are available to students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in a Global Semesters program. All UK students participating on a Global Semesters Fall or Spring program will receive a $500 discount off the program price. Early Deposit Scholarships: University of Nicosia In addition to the automatic program fee reduction, semester students can take advantage of the following Early Deposit Scholarships once they are admitted to a semester program with the University of Nicosia Global Semesters: Spring Deposit by: Aug 15th - $500 Scholarship Deposit by: Sept 15th - $250 Scholarship Fall Deposit by: Jan 15th - $500 Scholarship Deposit by: March 15th - $250 Scholarship.
ISA/TEAN Scholarships
These scholarships are available for students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in an ISA program. Please see each scholarship description for eligibility requirements, application materials and required documents. Students selected for awards will be notified approximately six weeks after the scholarship application deadline, and a list of awardees will be posted on the ISA website.
ISEP Scholarships
These scholarships are available for students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in an ISEP program. Please see each scholarship description for eligibility requirements, application materials and required documents.
Learn More: https://www.isepstudyabroad.org/planning/finances/study-abroad-scholarships
KIIS Scholarships
These scholarships are available to students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in an KIIS program. KIIS provides the funds for two $750 scholarships for students participating on KIIS Winter programs. These scholarship recipients are chosen by UK Education Abroad. Eligible students should apply by completing the application for the UK Education Abroad Scholarship. In addition, KIIS offers scholarships through their own application portal.
Semester at Sea Scholarships
These scholarships are available to students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in a SAS program. Semester at Sea awards $4 million in financial aid annually. To be eligible, students do not necessarily need to qualify for standard forms of financial aid (such as Pell Grants) on their home campuses. Semester at Sea/Institute for Shipboard Education will provide a $400 grant for each UK student enrolling in a fall or spring semester program.
SRAS
These scholarships are available for students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in an API program.
USAC Scholarships
These scholarships are available to students of any major or discipline currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky participating in a USAC program.
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External Scholarships and Grants
These awards are managed by parties apart from UK and UK EA. For more details, contact the entity sponsoring the award - listed in the scholarship description.
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
Deadlines are typically March 1 and October 1, however, the Gilman website will have updated deadlines for each round.
The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, providing them with skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship.
BUTEX Scholarship
The British Universities Transnational Exchange Scholarship promotes mobility between universities and colleges in the UK and institutions overseas. Each scholarship is worth £500 (approx. US $700) and winners will be notified by the end of October. This scholarship is applicable to students participating in UK EA approved exchange programs with member universities, including Central Lancashire, Lancaster, Leeds, Manchester, Oxford Brookes, Sussex, and Swansea.
Gilman-McCain Scholarship
The deadline to apply is typically March 1.
The Gilman-McCain Scholarship provides awards of $5,000 for child dependents of active duty service members to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. Applicants must be recipients of any type of Title IV federal financial aid during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving Title IV federal financial aid during their study abroad program or internship.
Gilman Partners Scholarships
The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman International Scholarship Program partners with governments, organizations, corporations, institutions as well as donors to offer scholarships and experiences to future and current Gilman Scholars in addition to alumni of the Gilman Program.
Critical Language Scholarship
NOTE: This scholarship requires students to complete a program that is not currently approved in UK EA's program list. If you are interested in applying for this scholarship/program, please contact your UK EA Advisor before applying. There is no guarantee that UK EA will approve your participation in a non-preapproved UK EA program.
The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program is a fully funded summer overseas language and cultural immersion program for American undergraduate and graduate students. With the goal of broadening the base of Americans studying and mastering critical languages and building relationships between the people of the United States and other countries, CLS provides opportunities to a diverse range of students from across the United States at every level of language learning.
DAAD Scholarships
NOTE: This scholarship requires students complete a program that is not currently approved in UK EA's program list. If you are interested in applying for this scholarship/program, please contact your UK EA Advisor before applying. There is no guarantee that UK EA will approve your participation in a non-preapproved UK EA program.
Highly qualified undergraduate students are invited to apply for scholarships funding study, senior thesis research and/or internships in Germany. The goal of this program is to support study abroad in Germany and at German universities. Preference will be given to students whose projects or programs are based at and organized by a German university. Scholarships are available either as part of an organized study abroad program or an independent study abroad semester or year.
The David Hershberg Scholarship for Summer Study Abroad
Recipients receive funds of at least $3,000 to be used to help defray the costs of international travel, lodging, and maintenance for a period of at least 21 days of study or research outside the United States. Candidates are evaluated based on their academic merit and on the importance of their proposed study/research abroad experience for their personal, intellectual, and professional career goals.
For more information surrounding eligibility, along with the tools to apply and the deadline, please visit this link: https://www.worldkentucky.org/hershberg.
Delta Phi Alpha - German Honorary Society Study Abroad Scholarship
This study abroad scholarship supports Delta Phi Alpha Members who are planning to study abroad on an accredited program in a German-speaking country.
While all DPA members are encouraged to apply, committee preference will be given to programs that:
- promote the advanced use of the German language.
- have a duration of six or more weeks
- incorporate the study abroad experience into their major / career goals
Diverse International Women of Color Fund
Diverse International Women of Color’s mission is to inspire, encourage and promote opportunities for women of color to travel abroad, experience different cultures and broaden their horizons beyond the United States. DIWC’s charitable concern is to provide scholarships to women of color who need financial assistance to study abroad. Scholarships provide deserving students the ability to achieve success at their study abroad program of choice.
Freeman-ASIA Scholarship
Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA) provides scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. A Freeman-ASIA award provides need-based funding to assist the recipient with the cost of the study abroad program and related expenses, including airfare, basic living costs, local transportation, books, etc. Freeman-ASIA accepts applications from U.S. citizens or permanent residents studying at the undergraduate level at a two-year or four-year college or university who demonstrate financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia.
Fund for Education Abroad (FEA)
The Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) increases opportunities for dedicated American undergraduates to study abroad through the provision of game-changing scholarships. Applicants may participate in any study abroad program of four weeks or more (in country) that conveys academic credit towards degree completion. As part of our commitment to increasing access to study abroad for Americans, first-generation college students and minority students in financial need are encouraged to apply. FEA is committed to increasing the opportunities for dedicated American students to participate in high-quality, rigorous education abroad programs by reducing financial restrictions through the provision of grants and scholarships. In addition to its general scholarships, FEA offers dedicated awards such as the Rainbow Scholarship, the Athletes Abroad Scholarship, and the Jane Gluckmann and Carol Rausch “Go Global” Scholarship.
Japan Student Services Organization Scholarship (JASSO)
The Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) is an independent administrative institution established under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (Monbukagakusho). JASSO comprehensively administers scholarship loan programs, support programs for international students, and student support programs. The purpose of these programs is to foster the development of creative individuals who, rich in humanism, will become the leaders of society in the next generation, while at the same time promoting international understanding and exchange.
Lerna Study Abroad Award
This scholarship is open to any student studying abroad.
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. Seventy-five $1,000 grants are awarded each year.
Race for Education
The Race for Education has scholarships available to students of any discipline who are interested in pursuing a career in the equine or agricultural industry. The Race for Education has many scholarship opportunities, including the Thoroughbred Scholarship and the Isaac Murphy Scholarship. Visit the Race for Education website to browse more funding opportunities.
Sigma Delta Pi Scholarships
Sigma Delta Pi offers several scholarships and stipends for education abroad. Must be elected by an active member of Sigma Delta Pi to be eligible.
US-Japan Council Toshizo Watanabe Endowed Scholarship
This scholarship is for U.S. citizens or permanent residents studying in Japan and for Japanese studying in the U.S. for one academic year or for a semester.
Additional Databases and Lists
These external databases and lists are additional resources to expand your scholarship search. These lists and scholarships within are not managed by UK EA.
Diversity Abroad Scholarships
This scholarship database features a variety of scholarships, fellowships, and other funding opportunities available to students participating on a variety of international experiences.
Go Overseas Scholarships
Go Overseas is a community reviews site that encourages international travel and academic success. Their website is regularly updated with scholarships and funding opportunities for a variety of program and experience types.
StudyAbroad.com Scholarships
StudyAbroad.com has compiled a large list of study abroad scholarships that are a variety of merit-based, student-specific, destination-specific, program-specific, and subject-specific awards.
Black Excel Scholarship Gateway
This database is one of the largest scholarship and resource databases for African American students. This database is not limited to education abroad-related scholarships.