Have you ever thought about studying abroad but were worried about the cost? Are you already planning to study abroad and looking for funding? University of Calgary International is pleased to announce that the International Study Travel Grant competition is now open! There is half a million dollars in funding available to students through this award, making this the ideal time to apply.
The eligibility requirements are simple:
- You must be a University of Calgary degree-seeking student, participating in a University of Calgary study abroad program, earning at least 1 course (3 units) of academic credit.
- Your study abroad program must commence between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017
- You need a minimum 2.80 GPA over your last 8 courses
- You cannot have previously received funding through the International Studentship or International Study Travel Grant competitions.
Applying is easy. The online application as well as detailed instructions can be found at www.ucalgary.ca/uci/abroad/travelgrant
Deadline to apply: Tuesday, March 15, 2016
There’s more money where that came from, including the new Eyes High 50th Anniversary Exchange Awards of up to $3,000 each for study at one of 48 designated partner universities. Semester and yearlong exchange space at many of these partners is still available for 2016/17 on a first come, first considered basis, so don’t wait for this opportunity of a lifetime! For details on this and many other potential sources of funding, see http://www.ucalgary.ca/uci/abroad/sa-funding
Studying abroad is cheaper than you think. To find the perfect study abroad program for you, see http://www.ucalgary.ca/uci/abroad/find-program and while you’re there, be sure to enter the contest to win an additional $200!