Study abroad first year

Prestigious scholarships are very competitive, but if you start preparing early in your academic career, you will be in a better position for success.

Tips

• Take courses that will develop your academic and/or personal interests.
• Get to know your advisors and faculty who can provide mentoring while building relationships that can provide application support with a letter of recommendation.
• Explore options for studying abroad, identify countries of interest, engage with cultural activities, and begin or continue studying the language of these countries.
• Join campus clubs or volunteer with service organizations to identify meaningful leadership opportunities that relate to your interests.
• Visit the Career Center for guidance on building a detailed resume of your activities, awards, and research. 
• Search for private scholarships that fund study abroad.
• Schedule an appointment with a prestigious scholarship advisor to discuss career goals, identify suitable scholarships, and develop a plan to strengthen your application.

Prestigious scholarships to explore

• David L. Boren Scholarship
• Critical Language Scholarship
• Freeman-ASIA
• Benjamin A. Gilmann International Scholarship
• Fulbright US-UK Summer Institute