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Contact Information
Zongxiang Mei
International Education Coordinator
Global Engagement at Central
Henry Barnard Hall
418
(860) 832-2043
zongxiang.mei@ccsu.edu
Seth Voytek
Global Engagement at Central
Henry Barnard Hall
418
860.832.2044
s.voytek@ccsu.edu

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Study Abroad Scholarships

Studying abroad is an investment in your academic, professional, and personal growth, and funding opportunities can help make the experience more affordable. Central students may have access to a variety of financial resources, including Central Global Engagement scholarships, program-specific funding, and external study abroad scholarships. Eligibility, application requirements, deadlines, and award amounts vary by program. Explore the opportunities below and plan early to identify the funding options that best fit your study abroad experience.

Central Internal Scholarship

  • Short-Term Faculty-Led Course Abroad Programs

    • Global Engagement at Central offers a limited number of scholarships to students participating in Course Abroad programs. Scholarship funding is limited and is intended to help make Course Abroad opportunities more accessible to eligible students.

    • Eligibility Criteria

      To be considered for a Global Engagement Course Abroad Scholarship, students must:

      • Be matriculated at Central Connecticut State University.
      • Be enrolled in at least 3 credits of coursework associated with the Course Abroad program.
      • Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
      • Not receive tuition remission or tuition waivers.
      • Complete the scholarship section of the Registration/Billing Authorization and Scholarship Application Form and submit the required scholarship essay with their program registration.

      Scholarships are competitive and limited. Meeting the eligibility requirements and registering for a Course Abroad program do not guarantee a scholarship award.

      Scholarship decisions are made after the program registration deadline.

    • Additional Scholarship for First-Year Students

      First-year students may apply for an additional $300 Course Abroad scholarship.
      This additional scholarship is limited and will be awarded to eligible first-year students on a first-come, first-served basis while funding remains available.

    • How to Apply

      During your Course Abroad application, you will be asked to complete the “Scholarship Application Interest” questionnaire. Based on your response, the appropriate scholarship application instructions and next steps will be provided.

  • Summer Scholarship and Semester Programs: Global Engagement Ambassador 

    • The Global Engagement Ambassador program offers a scholarship for students participating in semester-long study abroad programs through Central’s Study Abroad and Exchange programs.
    • This program is an Instagram series that allows selected students to share their study abroad journeys. As part of the program, you will submit one photograph and three short, vertical video responses addressing the questions below. For consistency, please keep font and color styles the same across all clips, with each video lasting approximately 1-2 minutes.
    • If you’re interested in becoming a Global Engagement Ambassador, please complete the form below.

    •  Photo Submission

      Upload a photograph of yourself and provide your full name, major, and expected graduation year.

    • Video Submission Guidelines

      1. Upload Your Video: Log in to your OneDrive/Central account and upload your video file.
      2. Share the Video: Right-click the uploaded video, select "Share," and adjust settings to grant the appropriate access (view or edit).
      3. Submit the Link: Copy the generated link and share it with the designated recipient.

    • Video Content Guidelines

      Video #1: Introduction to Your Study Abroad Experience

      • Introduce yourself: include your name, major, home/host university, and home/host country.
      • Show your living arrangements during the exchange and provide a brief overview of the location.
      • Share your commute to class and focus on your campus, including one of the buildings where you take classes.
      • Video #2: Personal Growth and Extracurricular Involvement
      • Discuss any extracurricular activities you’re involved in, helping us tag relevant Central organizations like student clubs, cultural centers, and club sports.
      • Share your most memorable moment abroad.
        Describe the top 3 things you have gained from this experience.
      • Video #3: Unique Experience and Advice for Future Students
      • Share a unique aspect of your experience abroad, such as your perspective on identity, a tour of your city or campus, local events, or top activities in your study abroad location.
      • Offer 3 pieces of advice for future study abroad students (e.g., tips on cultural adjustment, the application process, visas, course registration, cooking, time management, or packing).
      • For more information, please check Global Engagement Ambassador Program

External Scholarships

 

Students are encouraged to consult with the Financial Aid Office; in many cases, financial aid can be used to cover travel costs, as well as course tuition. You could also reach out to Student Financial Literacy for more information