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From deciding whether volunteering overseas is right for you, to choosing a program, to getting on a plane. Hear from overseas volunteers about what it is really like in the field.

Volunteer Abroad

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Seasonal work, teach abroad, international careers and more. Where to start, what to expect, and how to get it done.

Work Abroad

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Overtourism and the problems it creates may make you feel like giving up your passport. But there is a better way.

Ethical & Sustainable Travel

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Make the most of your time overseas while spending the least amount of money. Budget travel for the conscientious traveller.

Budget Travel

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Going abroad as a student, whether it is for a semester, a year or an entire degree, is one of the most accessible opportunities to live abroad meaningfully.

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More and more people of all ages taking time out to travel meaningfully—a trend that is being encouraged by educators and employers alike.

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To get an international job, you need international work experience. How do you land that first gig?

International Careers

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Ready to take the next step? Meet with organizations from around the world that can help you plan your travels.

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This scheme is for non-UK scientists who are at an early stage of their research career and wish to conduct research in the UK. The scheme provides the opportunity for the best early stage post-doctoral researchers from all over the world to work at UK re ...
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The Foundation's grants provide support for research on Chinese Studies in the humanities and social sciences.
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The Loy McCandless Marks Scholarship Fund was established by the Elizabeth L. Marks Trust. Her trust provided funding “for the establishment of a scholarship fund, the income from which shall be awarded to well-qualified science majors specializing in tro ...
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The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is a unique programme. Since its establishment in 1959, it has provided opportunities for over 30,000 citizens of all Commonwealth countries to study in other member countries. Since the scholarship ...
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At TUS, we have implemented measures to reduce the economic strain on international students who are studying here at their own expense and who have achieved outstanding academic results. Information about how to apply for the Partial tuition-waiver schol ...
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The ultimate aim of the ICWA Fellowship program is to cultivate deep expertise in foreign countries and cultures, achieved by supporting a Fellow over a two year period, during which she or he carries out an immersive program of self-designed, independent ...
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The Brett Taylor Painting Scholarships are offered through the Aegean Center in honor of its founding director, himself a very fine painter.
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SFS offers a limited number of travel grants to qualified students to help offset the personal cost of travel to SFS programs.
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For experienced professionals working in peace-related fields who want to enhance their professional skills, this three-month program in peace and conflict prevention and resolution incorporates two to three weeks of field study.
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This endowed scholarship was made possible by the generosity of Charles D. McKee, a member of the SFS Board of Trustees and father of two SFS alumnae.
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Creating an inclusive and diverse student body is of utmost importance. The SFS Diversity Scholarship is one of the ways to broaden the participation of underrepresented groups of students in study abroad.
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The Olivetti Scholarship was made possible through the kindness of Ms. Rosamond Olivetti and the Olivetti Foundation. It is the intention of the Olivetti Foundation and the Aegean Center to nurture a cross-cultural understanding between Italy and America ...
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To encourage international students to undertake Huayu courses in the Republic of China (Taiwan) in order to provide them with opportunities to increase their understanding of Taiwanese culture and society, and to promote mutual understanding and interact ...
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The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is a unique international programme under which member governments offer scholarships and fellowships to citizens of other Commonwealth countries. The CSFP was established at the first Commonwealth e ...
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The European Institutes for Advanced Study (EURIAS) Fellowship Programme is an international researcher mobility programme. It builds on the strong reputation of the Institutes for Advanced Study for promoting the focused, self-directed work of excellent ...
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Young people deserve to experience the world beyond their college campuses, but not everyone can afford to travel, especially if you’re on a student budget. The Tortuga Backpacks Study Abroad Scholarship is awarded biannually to passionate students who w ...
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This endowed scholarship was made possible through the generosity of former Trustee W. James Tozer Jr. and his wife, Elizabeth.
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Merit-based scholarships are non-need-based financial awards offered to students with high academic, cultural, sports and other achievements. These awards are renewable for up to five years of study provided that certain criteria are met.
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Thanks to the generosity of many donors, The Courtauld has a number of scholarships to support Conservation, MA and PhD students, which may cover fees and/or maintenance.
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Ali Kuşçu Science and Technology Scholarship is designed for students who are willing to study at the fields of science, engineering and technology.
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