Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Information Session
Application Opens mid-August!
Monday, September 12, 2022 · 1 - 2 PM
Are you interested in studying abroad and receive a Pell Grant? The Benjamin A. Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship program is here to help you make your study abroad plans a reality!
Plan ahead by attending Study Abroad 101 if you haven't already to jumpstart your study abroad application process. Then, apply for the Benjamin A Gilman scholarship! The application deadline for this upcoming cycle is October 6, 2022. This scholarship is awarded to 1 in 4 applicants and is free to apply to!
Students can be awarded up to $5,000 for Summer programs and $8,000 for semester programs. These funds can be used to help pay for study abroad expenses such as program tuition, housing while abroad, books and course materials, etc. There is also no GPA requirement to qualify for the Gilman Scholarship.
The Education Abroad Office is here to assist you with your application, review your essays and help you select a program eligible for the scholarship program, so come to this information session to learn more about the scholarship program, eligibility and application process! Email us at educationabroad@umbc.edu if you have any questions.
Essay tips and tricks will also be discussed!
Application deadline is October 6, 2022!
