Off-Campus Study Funding Options

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If you have concerns about financing your semester abroad, there are places you can look to for assistance:

Center for International & Intercultural Studies:

Funding is available through the Center for International and Intercultural Studies at St. Lawrence University to support students seeking international or intercultural experience. The purpose of these grants is to enhance immersion in a different culture and extend international or intercultural awareness.

(1) Travel Enrichment Grants are intended for students participating in off-campus programs who want to pursue an academic or personal/extra-curricular interest during study abroad or with intercultural experience within the U.S. Preference goes to those who have not previously received a grant through CIIS.

Deadlines for grant proposals are: Spring semester November 5; and Fall semester and academic year April 5. Proposals are reviewed by the Committee on International and Intercultural Studies and decisions are announced about three weeks after the deadline.

(2) Financial aid through CIIS is available in limited amounts for students studying on off-campus programs. Normally these funds supplement the student’s regular financial aid package. Students need to complete the application included in the post-decision section of their on-line study abroad application. They should do this as soon as possible after their acceptance.

Financial Aid Office:

Included in your acceptance materials is a form/application for Airfare Assistance. This is administered through the financial aid office, and is based solely on financial need. Qualified students receive aid to cover any costs beyond the first $750 of the airfare cost.

The financial aid office website also lists a number of links to outside scholarships. This might be another good place to look for other awards.

Student Loans:

Student loan options exist if you are seeking resources for the additional costs associated with study abroad programs. It is important to note that most loan options will require a credit worthy co-signer.

Please contact the St. Lawrence University Financial Aid Office for more information regarding the possibility of additional financing assistance.

See also Student Financial Services for more information.