Deadline- September 21, 2012
Countries/Region- All Countries
Applicants around the world are invited to fill applications for Ohio University which is providing Undergraduate and Graduate courses in any subject.
The International Student Study Abroad Scholarship supports Ohio University’s international students seeking to enhance their education with an education abroad experience. Awards average $750 and will be applied to awardees’ OHIO bill to offset the cost of the education abroad program.
This round of the award is for international students planning to study abroad during winter break 2012-13 or spring semester 2012-13 only. There will be a third round in March 2013 for international students planning to study abroad during summer and/or fall semester 2013.
Eligibility–
- Ohio University undergraduate and graduate students who are neither US citizens nor permanent residents of the United States and are participating on an education abroad program sponsored by Ohio University of at least 2 weeks in duration are eligible to apply. Applicants must have a minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA and be able to demonstrate the importance of participation on the education abroad program to their program of study.
- Applicants must indicate the program to which they are applying, even if they have not yet completed the program application process. Awardees unable to participate on their education abroad programs will have their International Student Study Abroad Scholarship funding revoked.
- Students undertaking internships, independent studies, and research for thesis hours are not eligible to receive funding from this award. If applicant are unsure if their education abroad program fits the criteria for this award, please contact the Office of Education Abroad.
Applicants must submit these documents by the application deadline–
- 3 copies of the completed application form.
- 3 copies of your most recent DARS
- 3 copies of a 500-word, double-spaced essay outlining how participation in the education abroad program will further your academic and career goals and your reasons for applying for the scholarship.
- Graduate applicants should also submit 3 copies of their contract for the entire academic year.
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