Scholarships
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Benjamin Gilman International Scholarship
The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program provides merit-based funding for U.S. undergraduate students with high financial need to study or intern abroad. Designed to expand access to international experiences, the program supports students in developing global perspectives, professional networks, and, in some cases, foreign language skills that are increasingly valuable in today’s interconnected world. Eligibility is limited to undergraduate students who receive the federal Pell Grant, ensuring the program supports those with demonstrated financial need. Awards of up to $5,000 are available, with additional funding opportunities for students studying critical languages or participating in STEM-related research abroad.
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The Brenda Brown Passport Scholarship
This Scholarship helps U.S. students take their first step toward studying or working abroad by covering the cost of obtaining a passport. It is intended for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students who have not previously traveled internationally and may face financial barriers to getting a passport. To be eligible, applicants must be U.S. citizens, currently enrolled in school, have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and be applying for their first U.S. passport. The scholarship focuses on removing this initial barrier, making international opportunities more accessible from the very beginning.
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fund study or research abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests, supporting students working on global issues such as environmental change, biodiversity conservation, and resource management. Ideal for students interested in combining conservation work with language and cultural immersion.
provides funding for students with financial need, with many recipients pursuing environmental science, wildlife biology, and conservation-focused programs abroad. Particularly strong for field-based and research-driven experiences.
offers STEM students the opportunity to conduct summer research in Germany, including projects in ecology, environmental science, and conservation biology. A great option for students looking for lab or applied research experience.
offers to places students in research labs across Canada, with many opportunities in ecology, wildlife biology, and environmental science. Ideal for students seeking hands-on research experience in conservation-related fields.
supports study abroad in Asia, making it a strong option for students interested in conservation in biodiversity hotspots. Many programs include environmental science, wildlife research, and field-based learning.
Primarily focused on engineering and applied sciences, but can be relevant for students in environmental engineering or sustainability-focused conservation work.Critical Language Scholarship (CLS)CLS provides intensive language training that can be highly valuable for conservation students working internationally, especially in community-based conservation and field research settings.
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: A list of scholarships sponsored by the US government.
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A general search engine that contains a variety of scholarship opportunities.
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UMN keeps a searchable database of study abroad opportunities, including opportunities for non-UMN students.