Study Abroad Fees, Financial Aid & Scholarships
- Financial aid, scholarships and awards are available for study abroad. Check out our Funding Your Study Abroad Experience for more information on how to receive a financial aid estimate, budgeting tips and search for scholarships with the funding search tool.
- How much does it cost? 2024 costs are now available! You can find costs posted on each program-specific webpage. Just look for the “Cost” tab.
UC Davis Study Abroad Awards ($500-2000) are available for UC Davis students enrolled in a Summer Abroad or Quarter Abroad Fall programs. Applications are now open.
- Application deadline for Summer Abroad 2024: February 20, 2024
- Application deadline for Quarter Abroad Fall 2024: March 5, 2024
UCEAP Scholarships are now open! Application deadlines range from February 15-March 15 for Summer, Fall and Year-long programs in 2024-25.
The Gilman Scholarship (up to $5,000) provides Pell Grant recipients with funding toward a credit-bearing study abroad program or internship. Applications are open now and the deadline to apply is March 7, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PST (for applicants with in-person programs or internships that start between May 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025).
- Upcoming Information Session:
- Upcoming Information Session: Wednesday, February 21, 12 p.m.: Gilman Scholarship Program Overview (Webinar). Zoom Registration.
- Upcoming Essay Review Drop-In Hours: Tuesday, February 29, 2-5 p.m. (3rd Floor Conference Room, 3119, International Center). Bring a copy of your essay to have it reviewed by a Global Learning Hub or Prestigious Scholarships staff member.
The Summer Abroad Financial Aid Estimator includes all 2024 UC Davis Summer Abroad, and UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships programs. The Summer Abroad Financial Aid Estimator provides estimates for the following:
o UC Grants
o Federal Grants
o Federal and University Loans for qualifying students
Study Abroad Estimate Request: Click on the “Study Abroad Estimate Request” button on the Financial Aid & Scholarships for Study Abroad page and follow the steps. You will need to upload a copy of your program cost as part of your request. You can expect a reply within 7-10 business days.
Global Learning Funding and Awards
The Scholarships & Funding page has detailed information and a search tool about awards and funding that support global learning programs, grants and fellowships. Check out some of the upcoming opportunities below:
- The Global Aggies Award for LGBTQIA+ Rights award provides students with funding to learn about and advance LGBTQIA+ wellbeing and rights globally, including through international, USA-based, or virtual activity. Deadline: February 21, 2024.
- Widening Circles Social Impact Program Travel Grant provides funding to students participating on the UC Davis Widening Circles Social Impact program. The program includes an online curriculum, guidance from mentors, peer-to-peer learning and digital storytelling and the option to add on a virtual or in-person internship. $500 full program fee awards and $1,500 travel grants available for students who add an in-person social impact internship or volunteer position. Deadline: March 15.
- Peter and Marion London Global Learning Innovation Award supports an annual project led by one or more UC Davis students who will partner with Nepali and/or Tibetan students on a project with a strong public benefit related to sustainable development for disadvantaged communities. Award amount up to $4,500. Deadline: April 10, 2024