Financial Questions
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- Does financial aid apply to study abroad programs?
- I am not a St. Cloud State University student. Can I apply my financial aid to the program fee?
- Where can I get the money to pay the $1200 that is due before my financial aid can be applied to my program fee?
- What scholarships are available to students studying abroad?
- What are the cancellation fees that apply to withdrawing from a study abroad program?
- What does the program fee cover?
Financial Answers
1. Does financial aid apply to study abroad programs?
Yes! Any financial aid awards (scholarships, loans, grants) can be applied to cover the cost of the program. In most cases students on SCSU programs are even eligible to collect work study while they are abroad. Usually this means that they act as an assistant to the academic director or resident coordinator.
* * A new procedure has been implemented and students going on an International Studies Program are now being notified of their increased loan eligibility by email rather than paper letter. This notification will be sent to their HuskyNet email address. The email notification will inform them of their new loan eligibility and will include links to apply for the various loans along with a link to their award letter. * * top
2. I am not a St. Cloud State University student. Can I apply my financial aid to the program fee?
Yes! Contact your home school’s Financial Aid Office to arrange a consortium agreement. Also contact your school’s study abroad office to check on other requirements that they may have for you. The SCSU Center for International Studies requires you to submit a copy of the financial aid letter that you receive from your home school and the procedures for transferring the funds to St. Cloud State University. top
3. Where can I get the money to pay the $1200 that is due before my financial aid can be applied to my program fee?
There are a few options for making the $1200 payment (usually paid in three installments of $400). You can make payments in cash, check, or use a credit card. If you personally cannot cover the cost, check with family members or friends. If you anticipate receiving financial aid to cover the program fee, any excess financial aid can be used to pay this source back. Another suggestion is to take out any financial aid that you did not previously accept during the semester preceding your study abroad program. For example, this means that if you were awarded $5,000 in financial aid for fall semester and you initially only accepted $3,000, you can go back and accept the remaining financial aid. top
4. What scholarships are available to students studying abroad?
The Center for International Studies understands the financial commitment prospective students are planning when they decide to study abroad. The Center for International Studies offers a Study Abroad Scholarship to Saint Cloud State University students. The scholarship application can be found at the back of the general application. This scholarship is limited to SCSU students who are studying abroad, demonstrate financial need and submit an essay. Several scholarships are awarded each semester, with an average award amount of $500.00. In addition, CIS offers additional scholarship opportunities which are available at our office. Another place to look for scholarships is within your major or minor department. Scholarships for study abroad are also available through non-SCSU organizations. Visit any of the following sites on the internet to get more information: top
5. What are the cancellation fees that apply to withdrawing from a study abroad program?
Students will be responsible for paying any unrecoverable costs that have been paid by the Center for International Studies. If the student cancels within 60 days of departure, an additional fee of $250.00 will be assessed. top
6. What does the program fee cover?
The program fee generally covers room, roundtrip airfare, cultural excursions and events, and general administrative costs. SCSU tuition and fees will be added to the program fee. Please refer to the specific program information for more details. top
SCSU Study Abroad Scholarships:
are awarded to qualifying SCSU students planning to study abroad. The scholarships vary in award amount and criteria. All SCSU students are encouraged to apply. Listed here are the scholarships offered at SCSU for study abroad:
Center for International Studies Study Abroad Scholarship
Award Criteria:
- Must submit proof of acceptance to a study abroad program
- Award based on need and essay
Deadline:
- Fall: May 1
- Spring: November 1
- Summer: March 1
*To apply, student must submit the completed scholarship application form, located at the Center for International Studies office, and an essay describing their financial need for a study abroad scholarship, academic achievements and other merits for a study abroad scholarship, and their plans for using the scholarship.* full list
Edith Jorgensen Memorial Scholarship
Award Criteria:
- Must be a full-time student at SCSU
- Have been accepted by a study abroad program
- Are planning to return to SCSU as a student, unless the study abroad term is the last term before graduation
- Have a GPA of 3.25 or higher
Deadline:
- Fall: May 1
- Spring: November 2
- Summer: March 1
*Applicants must submit a one-page essay addressing why they expect the study abroad program to be an important experience for them and how they see this experience helping them with their academic career and personal goals.* full list
Hazel B. Hansen International Studies Scholarship
Award Criteria:
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must have been accepted in an SCSU study abroad program
- Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Recipient must send at least two letter to Ms. Hansen during the award year
Deadline: April 1
*Applicants must submit a one-to-two page, typewritten essay on what they hope to accomplish during their overseas experience helping them in their occupational and personal goals.* full list
William John Wester Memorial Scholarship in British Studies; Alnwick, England
Award Criteria:
- Must be a full-time student at SCSU
- Must be enrolled in the British Studies Program for fall semester
- Must have a CGPA of 3.0 or higher
- Recipients must send at least two letters to Mr. and Mrs. Dolan (parents of Mr. Wester) during scholarship period
Deadline: April 1
*Applicants must submit a one-page essay addressing why they expect the study abroad program to be an important experience for them and how they see this experience helping them with their academic and personal goals.* full list
Merle Sykora Fine Arts Fund; Czech Republic
Award Criteria:
- Must have a CGPA of 2.5 or higher
- Submission of art portfolio
- Juniors or seniors admitted to Bachelor of Fine Arts or Masters of Fine Arts
Deadline: April 3
*For further information, contact the Art Department, 101 KVAC.* full list
G.R. Herberger Study Abroad Scholarship; Business
Award Criteria:
- Must have a CGPA of 2.5 or higher
- One-to-two page essay
- Must be admitted to pre-business or business major
Deadline:
- Fall: April 1
- Spring: November 1
*For more information, contact the Marketing department, Business Building 304.* full list
Arthur and Barbara Grachek Study Abroad Scholarship; Communication Studies
Award Criteria:
- Recipient must be a full-time student at SCSU
- Currently enrolled and intends to return to SCSU following the Study Abroad experience
- Pursuing a major or minor in Communication Studies
- Enrolled in one of SCSU's study abroad programs
- Has a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Must write a one-page essay describing what the applicant plans to accomplish in the study abroad program and how this experience will help the student achieve personal, professional and educational goals.
Deadline:
*Recipients will write a letter to the Gracheks at the end of their award period, discussing the experience and what the student learned from this experience.
For further information, contact the Department of Communication Studies, Robert H. Wick Science Building 129, 320-308-2216.* full list
Barbara J. Bloomer Study Abroad Scholarship; Ingolstadt, Germany
Award Criteria:
- Must be currently enrolled as an SCSU student or as an enrolled SCSU student in the previous two years, with the intent to return to SCSU after studying abroad.
- Acceptance in an SCSU study abroad program
- Enrolled in teacher education and planning to teach a foreign language or ESL
- Must have a CGPA of 3.0 or higher
- Must be eligible for financial assistance
*Primary preference will be given to students enrolled in the Ingolstadt German Studies Program. If no applicant meets the criteria, students planning to teach ESL may apply and will be considered.* full list
Marjorie Deakin Memorial Scholarship; Alnwick, England
Award Criteria:
- Must be a full time student at SCSU
- Must be enrolled in the British Studies Program
Deadline:
*Applicants must submit an essay addressing why they want to study abroad and what they hope to gain from the experience. Special consideration will be given to students expressing financial need.* full list
Brenda Danielson Glatzmaier Memorial Scholarship; Alnwick, England
Award Criteria:
- Must be a full time student at SCSU with a GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Must be enrolled in the Alnwick Study Abroad Program during the semester/term that the scholarship is distributed
- Have demonstrated volunteerism prior to receiving the scholarship
- Have financial need
Deadline:
*Applicants must submit an essay addressing why they want to study abroad. The essay should describe their community volunteerism and explain what they hope to gain from their study abroad experience. A current transcript should also be attached.* full list
Outside Scholarships:
There are many scholarships available through other organizations that fund international study. Additional scholarships can be found through internet search engines.
Rotary International - to further internationalize understanding and friendly relations with people of different countries - done through study abroad for periods of 3 months to 2 years.
Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship - to offer grants to U.S. citizen undergraduate students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies abroad
German Academic Exchange Service - to support undergraduate US and Canadian student interested in studying, doing research, or completing an internship in Germany
John T. Petters Scholarship - to endow the leaders of tomorrow with an opportunity to advance their educational experience at home and abroad for ongoing knowledge.
Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant - to help support students as they seek knowledge and experience in their academic field by studying abroad.
Zonta International - to address challenges to women's equality in science, business, public affairs and government
Freeman Asia - to increase the number of American undergraduates who study in East or Southeast Asia
Fulbright Scholarship - to provide opportunity for graduate study in a foreign country
National Security Exchange Program (NSEP) - to education U.S. citizens about foreign cultures, strengthen U.S. economic competition, and enhance international cooperation and security
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