Scholarships for UO Students
Nearly 40 scholarships are available for UO students to help fund their study or intern abroad experiences. Eligibility, award amount, application process, and deadlines vary by scholarship. Scholarships are often used to supplement the cost of a study abroad program and, in many cases, students can receive and use multiple scholarships for the same program in addition to their financial aid.
GEO General Scholarships
Fill out 1 application and automatically be considered for 6 scholarships, depending on your eligibility, to be used on a GEO-sponsored study abroad program.
Planning Scholarships
Apply as early as Fall of your freshman year for any of 4 planning scholarships to be used whenever you're ready to study abroad.
Deadline: December 15
Regional Scholarships
Several country- and region-specific scholarships of varying amounts and eligibility are available, including one for Hawaii residents.
UO Departmental Scholarships
Various academic departments on campus offer scholarships to help their students fund their study abroad experience.
Distinguished Scholarships
Competitive nationwide scholarships with large award amounts as high as full program fee coverage are available for eligible UO students studying or interning abroad.
External Scholarships
Several top-rated scholarships are available from external program providers or based on demographic characteristics. All deadlines and requirements vary.
Advising
GEO offers study abroad scholarship advising and can provide feedback on your scholarship essays. Call 541-346-3207 or email geoinfo@uoregon.edu to make an appointment.
Using Financial Aid for Study Abroad
Most forms of financial aid can be applied toward the cost of a study abroad program depending on the term in which you choose to study abroad.
1. Complete FAFSA (Oct 1 - Feb 15)
2. Get accepted to a GEO study abroad program
3. Meet enrollment requirements
4. Submit a request for financial aid adjustment
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