Overview
Scholarship type
Merit and need based
Number of scholarships to award
Multiple
Grant
$1,000
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
Description
The 1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative provides financial scholarship assistance to those studying outside the U.S. under the auspices of an accredited academic institution. Scholarships are available for full-semester programs.
Applicable programmes
Benefits
Scholarship funds, of at least $1,000, are distributed directly to your accredited university on your behalf.
Eligibility
- If you are a U.S. citizen currently living outside of the United States and will be studying outside of the United States, you are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
- If you are a U.S. citizen currently living in the United States and will be studying outside of the United States, you are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
- You must have a minimum GPA of 3.8 (on a scale of 1.0 to 4.0).
Scholarship requirements
Disciplines
Any
Locations
Worldwide
Nationality
American
Study experience required
High school
Age
Unknown
Application
Application deadline
01 Jun 2025
Funding for the 1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship is awarded based on an individual’s merit and financial need. Their selection process considers the following factors:
Academic achievement, including current and overall GPA.
The extent of community involvement.
Leadership skills.
Achievements in specific areas (debate, performing arts, athletics, etc.).
An essay on a topic relevant to the purpose of the scholarship.
Academic and non-academic awards and achievements.
A description of extracurricular involvement.
Copies of high school and/or college transcripts.
Financial need.
Application deadlines for December/Spring scholarships are November 1st and application deadlines for July/Fall scholarships are June 1st.