The information provided in this post is from the Fund for Education Abroad website.
FUND FOR EDUCATION ABROAD OVERVIEW
The Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) was established in 2010 as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization to enable more American college students to study abroad. Applicants from groups underrepresented in study abroad are given preference, in an effort to make the demographics of U.S. undergraduates studying abroad reflect the rich diversity of the U.S. population. Since 2010, FEA has awarded over $3.7 million in scholarships to 1186 undergraduates, helping students from all over the United States follow their dreams of studying abroad.
Multiple scholarships are available through FEA, and just one application enables students to be considered for every scholarship for which they meet the criteria. Those scholarships include, in addition to the FEA General Scholarship, a range of special named & dedicated scholarships.
AWARD ELIGIBILITY
FEA invests in deserving U.S. undergraduates who are least likely to study abroad. They consider financial need, demographic factors, and academic plan and preparedness to decide their scholarship recipients.
To be eligible for an FEA scholarship, you must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or DACA recipient; be currently enrolled as an undergraduate at a college or university in the US; receive credit at your home institution for the study abroad program; and have demonstrated financial need.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
The application deadline is noon on February 5, 2025 for Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and Academic Year 2025-26 programs. For Spring 2026 programs, the application will open later this year, with an application deadline usually in mid-September.
APPLICANT WEBINAR & ESSAY WRITING WORKSHOP
Watch the FEA applicant webinar for information about eligibility requirements, application components, recent changes to the application form, and more: FEA Day 2024 Applicant Webinar. The Build Your FEA Essays Writing Workshop will guide you through best tips and advice for crafting essays for your application.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
FEA Mission and Vision
Additional Scholarships through FEA’s Access Partners
Eligibility
Application Instructions
FAQs
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074 Peggy Ryan Williams Center
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