Scholarships Opportunities
Top Scholarships and Travel Awards
- UC Davis Quarter Abroad Travel Award
- UC Davis Summer Abroad Travel Award
- UCEAP Scholarships & Travel Awards
- David Boren Scholarship
- Gilman International
- UG Scholarship Application
- Scholarship Listings
- Search Engines
Don't miss out on study abroad because of financial constraints. Students who are studying abroad have a world of scholarship opportunities available just for them. This year is particularly exciting as the Education Abroad Center is increasing funds available to $80,000 in Summer Abroad Travel Awards and $40,000 in Quarter Abroad Travel Awards. In addition, UCEAP is able to provide over $1 million in scholarship money for the 2013-2014 year. Deadlines vary so start researching these scholarships before applying for a study abroad program (or even earlier) so you won't miss any deadline.
UC Davis Quarter Abroad Travel Award
Travel Award Workshop: Tuesday, January 31st from 2-3pm at the Education Abroad Center
Quarter Abroad is pleased to announce that the Education Abroad Center will award $20,000 in travel awards to participants in UC Davis Quarter Abroad Fall 2013 programs. All students enrolled in a UC Davis Quarter Abroad program will have the opportunity to apply. Awards will be granted in amounts of $500-$2,000. Application deadline: April 5th, 2013.
Download application [PDF]
Read Tips for Writing a Statement of Purpose [PDF]
Example of a previous winning application
UC Davis Summer Abroad Travel Award
Summer Abroad is pleased to announce that the Education Abroad Center will award $80,000 in travel awards to participants in UC Davis Summer Abroad 2013 programs. All students enrolled in a UC Davis Summer Abroad program (Davis and Non-Davis) will have the opportunity to apply for an award. Recipients will receive their awards in amounts from $500-$2,000 dollars. Application deadline: March 5, 2013.
Download application [PDF]
Read Tips for Writing a Statement of Purpose [PDF]
Example of a previous winning application [PDF]
Shakespeare—Live! Travel Award
There is a special travel award available for summer study of Shakespeare in London. One award of $500 will be given to help pay for travel to and from London. All students enrolled in "Shakespeare—Live!" are welcome to apply. Application Deadline: March 19, 2013. Download Application [PDF]
UC Davis International Relations Education Abroad Scholarship
The scholarships are $500 per student and multiple scholarships are awarded each year. Applicants must be full time UC Davis International Relations student, be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, and plan to apply or have been selected to an eligible study abroad or unpaid internship abroad program. Applications are accepted during the fall and spring quarters and applications are available at the beginning of those quarters on the IR website. Information and application questions can be directed to Katy Pattison in 464 Kerr Hall.
UC Davis Writing Minor (UWP) International Education Award
The University Writing Program is pleased to announce its scholarship program for international study. All UWP Writing Minors are welcome to apply. Awards from $500–$1000 are available to be used in conjunction with a UC Davis Education Abroad Center program that begins between June 2013 and October 2014 (this includes Summer Abroad, Quarter Abroad, and Education Abroad Programs). Applications are due in the UWP office (383 Voorhies) by Monday, March 4, 2013 at 5pm. View the application
UC Education Abroad Program (UCEAP)
Visit the UCEAP Scholarship’s page for full funding details.
- $1 Million Scholarship Initiative (2013-2014 Academic Year; Deadline: March 15, 2013)
- UC Davis UCEAP Travel Award (Spring/Year Off-Cycle 2013-14 Programs) [PDF]
- Duttenhaver Scholars Program (for year-long programs)
- Dan Wise Memorial Scholarship (year-long program in France)
- Jasmine Jahanshahi Scholarships (semester or year-long programs)
- Undergraduate Research Awards (for those who have conducted research abroad on an EAP program)
Additional Resources
Additional resources for funding can be sought after through outside public and private organizations. Other options include taking on a part-time job, changing your spending habits, and fundraising. Check out our Prezi presentation for more ideas!

