Explore the many funding opportunities open to UI students and alumni.

From Fulbright awards to grants and scholarships, International Programs is here to help you find financing to study, work, and conduct research abroad!

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International Grants and Fellowships

Learn about international grants and fellowships and how International Programs can support your endeavors.

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Undergraduate Student Study Abroad Scholarships

There are so many funding opportunities open to UI students to study abroad - start your search here!

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"Listen to the Fulbright mentor team at Iowa and be patient. I wrote and edited about 13 rough drafts before I submitted my final one. It takes a lot of persistence, but you can do it! The Fulbright mentors are so helpful in guiding you through the process, so just keep going!"

Student Funding News

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Meet Study Abroad's 2024 winter Global Access Ambassador awardees

Tuesday, December 10, 2024
The scholarship is intended to support students who study abroad with the intent to serve as Global Access Ambassadors upon their return to the UI campus
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13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop to be held January 31

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hear from current Fulbright recipients and get guidance from university faculty and staff on the application process for teaching, research, and study opportunities abroad. Open to juniors, seniors, graduate students, and alumni, the workshop aims to support UI students and alumni in securing this prestigious award, with past UI recipients recognized globally for their contributions.
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Fulbright U.S. Student Program: Learn more at this interactive presentation session

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Join the virtual Fulbright Group Presentation Session on Tuesday, November 19 to explore funded Fulbright opportunities for U.S. citizens interested in pursuing graduate or professional study, research, or English teaching abroad. This interactive session will cover various Fulbright awards, application steps, and offer guidance from Fulbright Program Advisers.

Events

13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop

Friday, January 31, 2025 9:30am to 11:30am
Virtual
Would you like to teach English, study, or do research or creative work abroad for an academic year at no cost to you (U.S. citizens only)? Join International Programs at the University of Iowa for the 13th Annual Fulbright Intensive U.S. Student Program Workshop.
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