Do you desire to experience studying abroad? Are you on the hunt for an opportunity that can help you turn your dream of studying abroad in reality? Don’t look further as the University of Georgia is here to help you! This institution has launched exciting Study Abroad Scholarship programs which are open for the academic year of 2020-2021. To take advantage of this opportunity, students must have added their SPIA major no later than the spring and be planning to participate in and ultimately have accepted one of the approved travel programs of University of Georgia.
These wonderful study abroad scholarships have been initiated to enable bright students for earning an education abroad without facing any financial difficulty. With the help of these programs, the university wants to provide the opportunity to study overseas to those students who might not have experienced studying abroad before. The university believes that studying in abroad is the major component of students’ educational journey. Earning an education abroad not only help students expand their knowledge but also gives them a chance to experience how to survive in another country. It also allows students to experience a different style of teaching and learn about the culture and perspective of that country.
The University of Georgia is a highly esteemed and public research university located in the heart of Atlanta. With six campuses and 11 colleges and schools, it is the third most innovative university in the United States. It is ranked sixth for best first-year experience in the nation. It is also counted as one of the fastest institutions of the country. It provides its 54,000 with access to the top educational and career opportunities. It prepares its students to handle the critical roles of any field. At this institution, you can choose from a variety of bachelor, masters, baccalaureate, doctoral and specialist degree programs. The University of Georgia offers its students advanced facilities to meet their needs.
Brief Description
With the help of the given table, you can acquire quick information about the program, such as award amount, deadline, etc.:
| Organization | University of Georgia |
| Educational Level | Undergraduate |
| Subjects | Political science and international affairs |
| Amount | Varies |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Number of Awards | 5 |
| City | Athens |
| Nationality | Domestic |
| Country | United States |
| Application Deadline | October 26, 2020 |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Requirements | N/A |
Who May Be Eligible?
Please check out the requirements before applying:
- Applicants must be major in political science and international affairs;
- Candidates must have added their SPIA major no later than the spring before the application deadline;
- Entrants should have verified financial need by the Office of Student Financial Aid;
- Aspirants must be planning to participate in and ultimately accepted to one of the following approved programs:
- China Maymester
- Galway, Ireland – Summer
- Glasgow, Scotland – Maymester
- Global Studies in South Africa – Summer
- Liverpool, England – Summer
- SPIA at Oxford – Spring
- Stellenbosch, South Africa – Maymester
- UGA a Paris – Maymester
- Verona, Italy – Maymester
- Verona, Italy – Spring
How to Apply
All interested candidates need to fill out an online application form and submit it will require supporting materials before or on the deadline. All the candidates must provide the right and complete information in their form.
Benefits
The university has currently five study abroad scholarship programs. The award amount varies from scholarship to scholarship. Please have a look:
- SPIA Study Abroad Scholarship – $5,000
- John Haire Study Abroad Scholarship – $4,000
- Terry A. and Margaret P. Mathews Study Abroad Scholarship – $1,200*
- Han S. Park Fund Study Abroad Scholarship – $1,000
- Charles S. Bullock III Experiential Learning Fund Study Abroad Scholarship – $4,000
Application Deadline
The last date to book your place in this program is October 26, 2020. Applicants who submit their application after this date will not be considered.
