Scholarships

Education abroad experiences are critical to gaining an international perspective that will set you apart in your career and help you reach your goals.

One of the perceived barriers to studying abroad is the cost of the program. At UT Austin, we work with students to maximize funding opportunities. Scholarship awards can range from $500 to $6,500, and we encourage students to apply for as many scholarships as they are eligible for.

Each scholarship has a unique timeline and application process, so it is important to start researching scholarship opportunities as soon as possible. Many scholarship deadlines are the same as the program application deadline - not after. It is imperative that you research scholarships early and apply for scholarships in tandem with your program application.

For additional questions, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.

When to Apply

Education Abroad scholarship applications are open four times a year for the Fall, Spring, May Term, and summer semesters. Eligibility requirements are specific to each endowment’s unique criteria. Application windows generally follow the below timeline*:

Fall semester programs: January 1 - April 1
Spring semester programs: July 1 - October 1
May Term programs: August 1 - November 1
Summer term programs: December 1 - February 1

*Application deadlines are subject to change. Always check the criteria and due dates on the application.

Use the search keyword "Education Abroad" on LASSO for more information regarding application criteria and deadlines.

How to Apply

Scholarship applications are accepted via LASSO, the university-wide scholarship system. Students submit their applications ahead of the application deadline to be reviewed. Most applications include questions about the student and personal essays related to the scholarship’s intent or their own experiences and background.

To find scholarships in LASSO, use the keyword search "Education Abroad".

Search for Scholarships on LASSO

Endowed Scholarships

Gu Shizhen Scholarship in Education Abroad

Awarded in the Fall and Spring, the Gu Shizhen Scholarship supports undergraduate U.S. citizens or permanent residents participating in education abroad or research. Preference is given to students with a GPA of 3.7 or higher and those studying in China, followed by Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Sarah (Bunny) and Leo Horvitz Memorial Scholarship

Awarded in the Fall and Spring, the Sarah (Bunny) and Leo Horvitz Memorial Endowed Scholarship supports undergraduate students who are studying abroad in Israel or the region, whether through a traditional study abroad program, a research or internship opportunity in the region, or a virtual exchange program with an institutional partner in Israel or in the region. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.75.
International Education Fee Scholarship (IEFS)

Awarded in Fall, Spring, May Term, and Summer, IEFS supports undergraduate and graduate students pursuing education abroad, including internships and research. It emphasizes financial need, academic standing, and program enrollment, offering flexible funding across multiple terms to enhance global learning opportunities.
Anna and Victor Ivanauskas Scholarship in Education Abroad

This Summer scholarship is open to undergraduate and graduate students participating in education abroad or academic travel. It requires good academic standing and is awarded based on essay merit and financial need.
Ivy McQuiddy Endowed Scholarship for Study Abroad

Awarded in the Fall after Spring participation is verified, the Ivy McQuiddy Scholarship supports undergraduate students pursuing academic year-long education abroad or research. It favors students in good academic standing and encourages exploration of nontraditional locations, broadening global perspectives.
Mark and Sarah Murray Endowed Student Scholarship for International Study

Available in Fall and Spring, this scholarship assists undergraduate and graduate students participating in exchange programs. It requires good academic standing and demonstrated financial need.
Merryman Revell Creative Excellence Scholarship

Awarded in the Summer, this scholarship supports undergraduate students engaged in education abroad or research who are also participating in Texas Global’s Marketing and Communications Creative Excellence Internship.