Thursday, September 28, 2017

Study Abroad Programs are for experiential education. Picture the world as your classroom with each destination a new interactive textbook where instead of reading, you are experiencing history, art, culture, fashion, food and the arts in real-time! Maybe you have traveled overseas and had a taste of exploring a foreign city, a sandy beach, or a historical landmark. If you are looking for countries to study abroad and another opportunity to travel, to discover, learn, understand and connect with new people, studying abroad is a great option.

Who are Study Abroad Programs for?

As an undergrad, you want to venture out, build confidence, participate and learn by doing, seeing, and traveling. Maybe you want to study marine biology and rescue birds from oil spills but you live in a non-coastal state. Or maybe you are trying to understand history and archaeology from an urban jungle. Understanding new environments, languages, and cultures breeds an appreciation for what you have, or where you come from. It also opens your eyes to what is going on in the global landscape. Rather than studying words on a page, the element of participation, learning to say hello in a foreign language, or visiting heritage landmarks and museums might just stretch the parameters of your thinking. So for those of you who aspire to potentially open new avenues – academically and personally, read on to get started searching for study abroad college programs.

How to Find Study Abroad Programs: WHAT - WHERE - WHEN

Thursday, September 14, 2017


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 OSA Merit and Financial Need General Scholarship  
 Allan W. Wicker and Edna Elnar-Wicker Study Abroad Scholarship  
 Anita Herzfeld Award & Lawrence G. and Nanette Pascal Study Abroad Award for Latin America  
 Boren Scholarship  
 Cheryle A. & Burton MacKenzie Study Abroad Scholarship for Psychology Majors  
 Christine Pederson Fund for the ISS at the University of Oslo
 CIEE Open Campus Scholarship  
 Costa Rica Early Start Program Scholarship  
 Drs. Dean T. and Elisabeth Collins Germany Study Abroad Scholarship  
 Freeman East Asia Internship Scholarship  
 French & Italian Department - Clyde E. Jacobs Scholarship
 French & Italian Department - Study Abroad Scholarship
 Joan Fowler Kessler Watkins Women Study Abroad Scholarship  
 Kevin and Joann Nunnink Study Abroad Scholarship  
 Krehbiel German Summer Language Institute Scholarship  
 National University of Singapore Study Abroad Scholarship
 Peter Gilles Springer Fellowship for Study in France  
 University of Hong Kong Study Abroad Scholarship  
 Featured Programs

Scholarships

Most scholarships students receive will apply to study abroad programs, although many scholarships will not cover summer classes or summer study abroad programs.
KU Office of Study Abroad Scholarships are available to KU degree-seeking students. See the OSA Scholarships section for more information.
For other scholarship opportunities please view our scholarship page as well as our OSA Scholarship Handbook (pdf).
Financial Aid

Most students who qualify for loans or grants can apply their aid to the cost of a Study Abroad Program.

Estimated Costs for Studying Abroad
Individual program costs vary based on a variety of factors, such as program structure, hours of credit, length of program, number of excursions or other group activities, and location. Many programs are comparable to the cost of a semester in Lawrence. View the KU campus vs Study Abroad Cost Comparison sheet (pdf) for more information.
Did you know?
Program budgets are available on our program pages under "Program Cost."
Budgets include tuition, housing, and estimated personal expenses.
Budgeting
You can use our Budget Worksheet to compare your cost of studying at KU with the cost of studying abroad.  This tool will help you determine what your true study abroad costs are.

Study Abroad Financial Advising
The Office of Study Abroad has weekly 'You Can Afford to Study Abroad' Financial aid and Scholarship Info Sessions/Open Meetings on Tuesday mornings from 9am-10am and Wednesday afternoons from 3pm-4pm in room 203 Lippincott Hall.  For those that can not attend the weekly Info Sessions, we also offer individualized study abroad financial planning as well as financial aid and scholarship advising for students.  Please visit 108 Lippincott Hall or call 785-864-3742 to set up an appointment.

Monday, September 11, 2017


10 Benefits to Studying Abroad

Studying abroad may be one of the most beneficial experiences for a college student. By studying abroad, students have the opportunity to study in a foreign nation and take in the allure and culture of a new land. Here is a list of the top 10 reasons to study abroad!

1. See the World

The biggest reason you should consider a study abroad program is the opportunity to see the world . By studying abroad, you will experience a brand-new country with incredible new outlooks, customs and activities. The benefits of studying abroad include the opportunity to see new terrains, natural wonders, museums and landmarks of your host nation.

In addition, when you’re abroad, you won’t be limited to traveling in just the nation in which you are studying – you can see neighboring countries as well! For example, if you study in France, you’ll have the option to travel through various parts of Europe including London , Barcelona , and Rome.

Checkout our International Student Travel Centerfor information on how to find discounts on airfare, accommodations, rail passes, and more.

2. Education

Another reason you might consider studying abroad is for the chance to experience different styles of education. By enrolling in a study abroad program, you’ll have the chance to see a side of your major that you may not have been exposed to at home.

You’ll find that completely immersing yourself in the education system of your host country is a great way to really experience and understand the people, its traditions, and its culture. Education is the centerpiece of any study abroad trip—it is, after all, a study abroad program—and choosing the right school is a very important factor.

 Study in the U.S.

 Study in the U.K.

Study in Australia

3. Take in a New Culture

Many students who choose to study abroad are leaving their home for the first time. When they arrive in their new host country, they are fascinated by the distinct cultural perspectives. When you study abroad you will find incredible new foods, customs, traditions, and social atmospheres.

You will find that you have a better understanding and appreciation for the nation’s people and history. You will have the opportunity to witness a completely new way of life.

Friday, September 8, 2017



n every measure, Britain is an expensive place to study, and students who shun our universities in favour of higher education abroad could save tens of thousands of pounds.

Tuition fees in the UK have now reached £9,250 a year and students also face some of the highest living costs in the world. 

Fortunately there are a number of countries where universities offer degree programmes entirely in English, along with the chance to learn the local language while you live there.

Zoe Dawson-Williams of foreign exchange firm Moneycorp said: “Britain is currently home to the highest tuition fees and the highest cost of living for students in Europe. As a result, cheaper overseas alternatives are gaining traction as viable options.”

Here are the main points you need to be aware of and some examples of how much it might cost to study for your degree abroad.

Finding a course

If you want to study in English, be prepared to do some digging. Master’s degrees taught in English are prevalent throughout Europe and Asia, but undergraduate options are harder to find.


Even if one university in a country doesn’t offer any English-taught degrees, others may, and programmes change frequently. The website BachelorsPortal.com allows you to search for degree programmes worldwide.

The Netherlands, Germany, Taiwan, Malaysia, Spain, Italy and China are some of the countries where you can find degrees taught in English, although the prevalence varies.


n every measure, Britain is an expensive place to study, and students who shun our universities in favour of higher education abroad could save tens of thousands of pounds.

Tuition fees in the UK have now reached £9,250 a year and students also face some of the highest living costs in the world. 

Fortunately there are a number of countries where universities offer degree programmes entirely in English, along with the chance to learn the local language while you live there.

Zoe Dawson-Williams of foreign exchange firm Moneycorp said: “Britain is currently home to the highest tuition fees and the highest cost of living for students in Europe. As a result, cheaper overseas alternatives are gaining traction as viable options.”

Here are the main points you need to be aware of and some examples of how much it might cost to study for your degree abroad.

Finding a course

If you want to study in English, be prepared to do some digging. Master’s degrees taught in English are prevalent throughout Europe and Asia, but undergraduate options are harder to find.


Even if one university in a country doesn’t offer any English-taught degrees, others may, and programmes change frequently. The website BachelorsPortal.com allows you to search for degree programmes worldwide.

The Netherlands, Germany, Taiwan, Malaysia, Spain, Italy and China are some of the countries where you can find degrees taught in English, although the prevalence varies.

Sunday, September 3, 2017




Three students who have displayed exemplary acts of kindness in their communities and achieved outstanding academic success were awarded scholarships to St. Mary’s University in Canada.
The students received the scholarships from Henley & Partners, the global leader in citizenship and residence planning, in conjunction with the Halo Foundation.
Cuthbert Forbes Jr., public relations officer of the Halo Foundation said on OBSERVER AM yesterday that the recipients were selected based on acts of kindness as well as intelligence.
“A lot of times we overlook our youth who do kind things. So, for the scholarships, we look at their humanitarian efforts and their grades of course, because at the end of the day, it’s schooling, “said Forbes. “It’s these small acts of kindness that we look at; like have you have been helping your neighbour’s child with homework for five years and it’s just something that is flying under the radar that no one knows about.”
According to Franklyn Southwell, the main scholarship winner, this initiative will help to motivate other students to get more involved in their communities.
“It shows that there is a system that awards individuals who not just excel academically, but are hardworking and provide a lot of their services to charitable causes. This acts as an incentive for more young people to get involved in the community as their service will not go in vain,” said Southwell.
Southwell’s outstanding humanitarianism captured the foundation’s attention after he took up residence with his grandmother who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease. The former St. Joseph’s Academy student also helps homeless people he meets at supermarkets giving them food and money and as well as assisting other charity groups.
Southwell will have his tuition, accommodation, meals, books, and other direct university costs covered, while the two other recipients, Armani Gomes and Raynier Debellotte, will have only their tuitions covered. This is the first year that the foundation has awarded scholarships to three students.