How Do I Fund Study Abroad?
Eligibility to use federal and state financial aid will depend upon the specific program selected and a student’s individual circumstances. The Christel DeHaan Center for Global Engagement will work with you and the Office of Financial Aid to determine your eligibility after you select the study abroad program you would like to attend.
Internal Scholarships for study abroad
UIndy offers a range of scholarships to help make studying abroad more affordable and accessible.
The Fulmer Scholarship provides financial support to current University of Indianapolis undergraduate students who wish to study abroad and is primarily intended to support students with high financial need. Scholarship funding may cover some or all of the costs associated with a study abroad program for selected recipients. Funding is limited, and not all qualified applicants may receive an award.
More information about eligibility, recipient requirements, and the application process will be shared at the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester. Please check back then for additional details.
The YoungBlood Scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students participating in UIndy-approved study abroad experiences. The fund is intended to increase access to global learning opportunities by reducing financial barriers for eligible students.
More information about eligibility, recipient requirements, and the application process will be shared at the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester. Please check back then for additional details.
The Study Abroad Ambassador Incentive Grant provides up to $250 in financial support to students participating in a UIndy-approved faculty-led study abroad program who are willing to share their experiences through digital content and help promote international opportunities to the UIndy community. Please note that this grant is limited to one recipient per program.
More information about eligibility, recipient requirements, and the application process will be shared at the beginning of the Fall 2026 semester. Please check back then for additional details.
Shaheen Scholars program Details and Application Process
Criteria and Guidelines:
- Only open to SCAS students.
- Spring break and spring term faculty-led international travel programs do NOT qualify.
Contact person: Melanie Zigler (ziglerm@uindy.edu)
External Scholarships for Study Abroad
In addition to UIndy study abroad scholarships, students may also find funding opportunities through local, regional, national, and international organizations, as well as study abroad providers. If you need support navigating the scholarship application process, please contact us at studyabroad@uindy.edu.
This scholarship offered by the German government to support study abroad and academic exchange in Germany.
- Term: Any Semester
- Application Deadline: Late January
This scholarship provides $2,000 for students participating in their first semester at Salzburg College. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal residents enrolled at a U.S. college or university, and must be accepted to Salzburg College. Students of all majors may apply, with preference given to those demonstrating financial need and limited ability to self-fund their study abroad experience.
- Term: Fall and Spring Semester
- Application Deadline: May 1 (Fall programs) / October 1 (Spring programs)
FEA provides scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. Preference is given to first-generation college students and students of color.
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Term: Summer, Fall, and Academic Year
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Application Deadline: Spring 2027 application anticipated to open July 2026
The Gilman Scholarship supports U.S. undergraduate students who receive Federal Pell Grant funding to participate in credit-bearing study abroad programs.
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Term: Spring, Summer, Fall, and Academic Year
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Application Deadline: Friday, October 2, 2026, at 1:59am Central Standard Time (CST)
Supports Indiana college students participating in approved credit-bearing programs in German-speaking countries. Applicants must be Indiana residents. Following their study abroad experience, recipients agree to either present at an IGHS “Stammtisch” event in Indianapolis or submit a short article for the IGHS newsletter.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE Indiana German Heritage Society Scholarship
Supports Indiana college students participating in approved credit-bearing programs in German-speaking countries. Applicants must be Indiana residents. Following their study abroad experience, recipients agree to either present at an IGHS “Stammtisch” event in Indianapolis or submit a short article for the IGHS newsletter.
Many members of the Scott’s Cheap Flights team first experienced international travel through study abroad, inspiring a lifelong passion for global exploration. The organization awards two $1,500 scholarships twice per year to support students studying abroad.
- Application Deadlines: March 15 and October 15
- Notification Dates: March 31 (Fall programs) and October 31 (Spring programs)
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE Scott's Cheap Flights Study Abroad Scholarship
General Resources for Study Abroad Financial Aid & Scholarships
Find more resources on Study.com on how to fund your study abroad experiences.
Additional Resource
Once you choose a program, be sure to check with Laura Przybylinski (przybylinskil@uindy.edu) in the Office of Financial Aid for a more detailed budget for your program.
