University of Iowa/Study abroad funding

USAC Grants for Study Abroad

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A limited amount of USAC funding is available for grants to UI degree candidates participating on USAC programs. USAC Grants are based on either financial need OR merit OR both. The "statement of need" and GPA section below is required of all applicants, as is the essay. Applications for USAC Grants should be submitted according to the application deadlines shown below.

Award Varies

Deadline 10 April 2027

Who it is for, in the provider's words

  • Which collegeUSAC Grants for Study Abroad - University of Iowa Scholarships
  • Who can applyA limited amount of USAC funding is available for grants to UI degree candidates participating on USAC programs. USAC Grants are based on either financial need OR merit OR both. The "statement of need" and GPA section below is required of all applicants, as is the essay. Applications for USAC Grants should be submitted according to the application deadlines shown below. Applications will be reviewed and all applicants will receive notification of award status (yes or no) and the amount awarded, if any.
  • Who can applyEligibility USAC Grants for Study Abroad are available only to students participating in programs offered by the University Studies Abroad Consortium ( USAC ). To be eligible for consideration, students must be: Undergraduate, full-time, degree-seeking student at the University of Iowa In good academic standing at the time of application Planned participation in a USAC program USAC Grant awards are based on : Financial need OR Merit ( GPA ) criteria OR Both Essay Application process All applicants must complete the online USAC application, responding to the financial need
  • Who can applyquestion (yes or no) and/or entering their UI cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale). In addition, you must submit an essay of 500 words or less. This essay should include not only the country/location, and description of the study abroad program but also how the expected time abroad will contribute to your academic and personal goals. USAC Grants will be awarded to applicants based on either Merit or Financial Need criteria (determined by available funding). Deadlines: Winter: October 7 Spring: October 7 Summer: February 20 Fall: April 10 Late applications will not be accepted.
  • Who can applyApplicants will be notified of the outcome within a few weeks of the application deadline. If you have additional questions, you may contact Levi Bowman, scholarship administrative specialist, levi-bowman@uiowa.edu Students who have demonstrated financial need (as determined by the Office for Student Financial Aid) should also consider applying for the Study Abroad Need-Based scholarship.
  • Who can applyScopes Study Abroad

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Deadline
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Name
USAC Grants for Study AbroadRead on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Provider
University of Iowa ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
What it provides
A limited amount of USAC funding is available for grants to UI degree candidates participating on USAC programs. USAC Grants are based on either financial need OR merit OR both. The "statement of need" and GPA section below is required of all applicants, as is the essay. Applications for USAC Grants should be submitted according to the application deadlines shown below. Applications will be reviewed and all applicants will receive notification of award status (yes or no) and the amount awarded, if any. Eligibility USAC Grants for Study Abroad are available only to students participating in programs offered by the University Studies Abroad Consortium ( USAC ). To be eligible for consideration, students must be: Undergraduate, full-time, degree-seeking student at the University of Iowa In good academic standing at the time of application Planned participation in a USAC program USAC Grant awards are based on : Financial need OR Merit ( GPA ) criteria OR Both Essay Application process All applicants must complete the online USAC application, responding to the financial need question (yes or no) and/or entering their UI cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale). In addition, you must submit an essay of 500 words or less. This essay should include not only the country/location, and description of the study abroad program but also how the expected time abroad will contribute to your academic and personal goals. USAC Grants will be awarded to applicants based on either Merit or Financial Need criteria (determined by available funding). Deadlines: Winter: October 7 Spring: October 7 Summer: February 20 Fall: April 10 Late applications will not be accepted. Applicants will be notified of the outcome within a few weeks of the application deadline. If you have additional questions, you may contact Levi Bowman, scholarship administrative specialist, levi-bowman@uiowa.edu Students who have demonstrated financial need (as determined by the Office for Student Financial Aid) should also consiRead on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Amount
Award VariesRead on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Deadline
Deadline 04/10/2027Read on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Which college
USAC Grants for Study Abroad - University of Iowa ScholarshipsRead on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Who can apply
A limited amount of USAC funding is available for grants to UI degree candidates participating on USAC programs. USAC Grants are based on either financial need OR merit OR both. The "statement of need" and GPA section below is required of all applicants, as is the essay. Applications for USAC Grants should be submitted according to the application deadlines shown below. Applications will be reviewed and all applicants will receive notification of award status (yes or no) and the amount awarded, if any.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Who can apply
Eligibility USAC Grants for Study Abroad are available only to students participating in programs offered by the University Studies Abroad Consortium ( USAC ). To be eligible for consideration, students must be: Undergraduate, full-time, degree-seeking student at the University of Iowa In good academic standing at the time of application Planned participation in a USAC program USAC Grant awards are based on : Financial need OR Merit ( GPA ) criteria OR Both Essay Application process All applicants must complete the online USAC application, responding to the financial needRead on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Who can apply
question (yes or no) and/or entering their UI cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale). In addition, you must submit an essay of 500 words or less. This essay should include not only the country/location, and description of the study abroad program but also how the expected time abroad will contribute to your academic and personal goals. USAC Grants will be awarded to applicants based on either Merit or Financial Need criteria (determined by available funding). Deadlines: Winter: October 7 Spring: October 7 Summer: February 20 Fall: April 10 Late applications will not be accepted.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Who can apply
Applicants will be notified of the outcome within a few weeks of the application deadline. If you have additional questions, you may contact Levi Bowman, scholarship administrative specialist, levi-bowman@uiowa.edu Students who have demonstrated financial need (as determined by the Office for Student Financial Aid) should also consider applying for the Study Abroad Need-Based scholarship.Read on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
Who can apply
Scopes Study AbroadRead on 2026-10-11 from https://uiowa.academicworks.com/opportunities/178008
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