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!

Sylvia Dean holding Fulbright flag in graduation dress

International Grants and Fellowships

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

Student at Robben Island South Africa

Undergraduate Student Study Abroad Scholarships

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

student in beige jacket smiling

"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

student smiling

UI alumna Gianna Rocca awarded Fulbright to teach English in South Korea

Friday, April 24, 2026
Gianna Rocca (BA English and creative writing ’25) is the recipient of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to South Korea for 2026–27.
student smiling in graduation cap

UI alumna Josie Mbaye awarded Fulbright to teach English in Taiwan 

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Josie Mbaye (BA environmental science ’25; MAT science education ’26) was selected as a recipient of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Taiwan for 2026–27. 
student smiling

UI alumnus Tristen Wendling awarded Fulbright to teach English in Germany

Thursday, April 23, 2026
Tristen Wendling (BA German ’25) is the recipient of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Award to Germany for 2026–27.

Events

Fulbright 101 Information Session 3 promotional image

Fulbright 101 Information Session 3

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Virtual

Registration link: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/97391328884

For more information, please contact Karen Wachsmuth at karen-wachsmuth@uiowa.edu or 319-335-1436.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Karen Wachsmuth in advance at 319-335-1436 or karen-wachsmuth@uiowa.edu.

View more events