Scholarships
Get a Scholarship to Study Abroad!
Studying abroad is a financial commitment, but there are also many resources to make your program affordable. You won’t get a scholarship if you don’t apply!
We have compiled some resources to help you get started. This list is not exhaustive, but if you have questions about scholarships, ask us. We encourage you to check the eligibility requirements for EdAbroad scholarships and then apply!
Apply for Study Abroad Scholarships through the WWU Scholarship Portal
- All Western students can complete one application to be automatically matched to scholarships they qualify for! Please note, the scholarship portal includes funding available for WWU students participating in an approved study abroad, exchange, or internship program during the academic year.
- If you are studying on a faculty-led program for the summer, you can apply to the Liz Partolan-Fray Memorial Scholarship. Questions about the WWU Scholarship Portal? Visit the FAQ page or contact the WWU Scholarship Center.
Are you Pell Grant Recipient?
Apply for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship for Study Abroad
- Get a $1,000 - $5,000 scholarship to study abroad!! The average award for WWU students is $3,000, and 1/3 WWU students who apply are awarded.
- WWU Advisors have put together a tutorial for you to learn how to submit a successful Gilman Scholarship Application! Join our Canvas Course to Plan your Study Abroad Journey to learn more!
CIEE offers Flight Vouchers and Significant scholarships for Pell Grant students!
- $250-$2500 just for submitting a Gilman application!
- $500-$1500 Flight vouchers for students with an SAI under 10k!
- *Must be participating on a CIEE program.
Guaranteed Funding & Other Scholarships
Guaranteed Grants & Scholarships for ALL WWU Students
- CEA CAPA Study Abroad Programs | Study Abroad Scholarships & Internships
- $1000 off program fees + $500 Flight Voucher for Quarter/Semester
- $2000 off program fees + $1000 Flight Voucher for Academic Year
- $500 off Programs fees + $250 Flight Voucher for Summer
- *Must be participating on a CEA CAPA program for these grants
- CIEE
- CIEE offers Trailblazer Flight Vouchers for featured programs!
- CIEE offers automatic grants for Latin America programs!
- *Must be participating on CIEE programs to receive these grants.
Fully Funded Grants to Study Abroad!
- CIEE - Leading Change in Latin America Student Fellowship
- Critical Language Program Scholarship
- Fairhaven Adventure Learning Grant *Fairhaven students only
- CIEE - The Douglass-O'Connell Global Internship
Affiliate Scholarships
*Must be participating in corresponding affiliate program
Additional Scholarships & Resources
- Are you studying abroad in Asia? Apply to Freeman Asia Scholarship
- Fund for Education Abroad
- Resources - Other Ways to Fund Study Abroad
Give Yourself a Guaranteed Scholarship by Studying Abroad!
☆ Choose an affordable program option that is the equivalent of the cost of in-state attendance or less at WWU!
- You can give yourself a scholarship by:
- Studying abroad during the academic year to maximize your financial aid
- Consider WWU Exchange if you are studying in a higher-cost-of-living location like the UK, Australia, Western Europe, or Japan
- Choosing an affordable program option. Check out guide: Pay In-State or Less to learn more! You CAN save money by studying abroad, whether you're an in-state, out-of-state or international student.
☆ Can't go abroad in the academic year? Check out our guide on our most affordable options to study abroad in the summer.