Explore the many opportunities!

You are encouraged to begin your funding searches and applications at least six months to one year in advance. You are required to apply for funding through Karen Wachsmuth, fellowships and grants manager.

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Contacts

Karen Wachsmuth

Karen Wachsmuth, DMA

Title/Position
Associate Director of International Fellowships
International Programs
Fulbright Program Advisor National Mentor, 2023-25
Fulbright IEA Grantee Japan, 2016
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Adviser and Scholar Liaison
Sylvia Dean

Sylvia Dean

Title/Position
International Grants Assistant
International Programs
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Megan Lederman (center back) received a 2022-2023 Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship to Vietnam

Types of Awards

From Fulbright awards, to research grants and fellowships, UI International Programs can guide you through the process.

Key Resources

The application process for students seeking international grants, scholarships, and fellowships can seem overwhelming, but there are many on-campus resources available for you!

Award Recipients

Find out which University of Iowa students have won prestigious international fellowships and grants.

International Grants and Fellowships News

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Take your research abroad with a Stanley Award - upcoming 2024 info sessions

Thursday, September 5, 2024
The Stanley Undergraduate and Graduate Awards for International Research are given annually to outstanding University of Iowa students for the pursuit of research and learning activities outside of the United States.
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Boren Awards information session to be held on Nov. 20

Thursday, September 5, 2024
Learn how you can receive up to $30,000 for international research or study abroad while studying a critical language like Arabic, Chinese, Portuguese, or Swahili.
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Critical Language Scholarship information session and workshop, Oct. 23 & 29

Thursday, September 5, 2024
Are you a student interested in a summer language program abroad, all expenses paid? Join International Programs for two virtual events to discuss strategies for putting together a successful Critical Language Scholarship application.

Events

Critical Language Scholarship Information Session

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Virtual
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student interested in a summer language program abroad, all expenses paid? Join International Programs for two virtual events to discuss strategies for putting together a successful Critical Language Scholarship application.

Stanley Awards for International Research Information Sessions

Monday, October 28, 2024 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Virtual
The Stanley Undergraduate and Graduate Awards for International Research are given annually to outstanding University of Iowa students for the pursuit of research and learning activities outside of the United States.

Critical Language Scholarship Writing Workshop

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Virtual
Are you an undergraduate or graduate student interested in a summer language program abroad, all expenses paid? Join International Programs for two virtual events to discuss strategies for putting together a successful Critical Language Scholarship application.
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