Funding International Study

There are three sources of funding for international study:

  1. Student provides from work, parents/family, savings, etc.
  2. Financial Aid loan
  3. Scholarships

Student and Families

Your savings, earnings from work, and family are a significant source of funds for these international educational experiences. Tell people you are close to (parents, aunts and uncles, grandparents, family friends, etc) that you are applying for an international study program and ask if they will contribute. You might be surprised at the answers you receive. By asking your friends and family you are giving them the opportunity to participate in your trip.

Financial Aid Loan

Contact your Financial Aid Office (at BSC it is 508-531-2685) to see if you can get a loan for a study away program. This depends on individual circumstances, but may relieve financial stress from studying abroad. For more information, please visit the Financial Aid website for study abroad here.

Scholarships

Scholarships are made available by the Bridgewater Foundation through the Office of Study Abroad. Funds are reserved for Bridgewater State College students participating in a study tour program for academic credit. Applicants must be full-time, matriculated students. Graduating undergraduates and graduate students are not eligible.

Additional resources for study abroad scholarships:

Last Modified: November 6, 2008