Gilman Follow-On Project Presentation
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Nancy Rocha Macalester College
Fall 2011 Gilman Scholarship Recipient Follow-On Project
What is study abroad? Being able to
receive college credit by studying in another country for a semester or an academic year
Usually done during junior year of college
Study abroad means different things to different people
Opportunity to learn/continue a foreign language in the native country
Fulfill major requirements (courses at a local university or independent research)
Opportunity to gain international work experience (internships)
Taking courses that are not related to your major
Benefits of Study Abroad: Best way to learn or
continue speaking a foreign language
Opportunity to travel Immerse yourself in
another culture
Develop new skills and gain experiences that a classroom will never provide
Make new friends and connections
Source: http://www.vistawide.com/studyabroad/why_study_abroad.htm
Helps you learn about yourself
Breaks you out of the academic routine
Expands your worldview
Enhances employment opportunities
Fun Times!
Financing for Study Abroad
It sounds overwhelming when you think about all you have to be financially prepared for, but there are programs who are willing to help students who wish to study abroad.
Study abroad program fees vary, but there are additional costs to consider when planning: Visa fees Airfare Required shots Transportation Food Travel within/outside
country Textbooks Entertainment
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State
Goal of the Gilman Scholarship Program:
aims to broaden the student population that studies abroad by supporting undergraduates who
might otherwise not participate due to financial constraints
Source: www.iie.org/gilman
Is open to all U.S. citizen undergraduates in good academic standing
with high financial need
studying in non-traditional countries, especially those outside of Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand
with diverse ethnic backgrounds
from a diverse range of institutions including four-year, public, private, community colleges, Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Tribal Colleges, Hispanic Serving Institutions and other
Minority Serving Institutions
with disabilities
Source: www.iie.org/gilman
Scholarships range from $2,500-5,000
The money can be used for:
program tuition
room and board
books
local transportation
insurance
international airfare
Source: www.iie.org/gilman
Resources General Information on Study Abroad Preparation:
Your college’s study abroad office/website
www.studentsabroad.state.gov
Funding for Study Abroad:
Scholarships offered by accepted study abroad program
Your own college may also offer scholarships/grants for study abroad
Specific scholarships geared towards international study such as The Gilman Scholarship (www.iie.org/gilman)