Summer Scholarships
Summer Study Abroad Scholarships for College Students
Summer Scholarship Deadlines
Summer - APRIL 1
Early Summer Global Internship - FEBRUARY 15
Frederick Douglass-O'Connell Global Internship - NOVEMBER 29
Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship - OCTOBER 10
- CIEE awards more than 1,000 scholarships per term
Summer Study Abroad Scholarships
Looking for summer study abroad scholarships? We’ve got you covered, as we offer a variety of need, merit, and other scholarships & grants to help you on your journey.
Ranging from out $200 Go Abroad Again program to our $1,500 Douglass O'Connell Scholars Grant and more, our scholarships & grants help meet the needs of our students and provide more equitable access to our summer study abroad programs. Check out our summer study abroad scholarships & grants below!
*For students participating in 2 consecutive Summer Blocks, please see the Quarter Scholarships page for award amounts.
Based on students' Student Aid Index (SAI) from their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
| Name | Qualifications | DESCRIPTION | AMOUNT (UP TO) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilman Go Global Grant | Qualified Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship applicants | Deducted from summer program fees* | $1,000 |
| GAIN Travel Grant | SAI up to 10,000 guaranteed; other SAIs considered post deadline | Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program** | $500 |
| Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Grant | Current attendee at an MSI. Award supports high-need students based on SAI and availability of funds. | Deducted from program fees | $500 |
Based on academic achievement. Complete the Scholarships & Grants portion of your program application, along with an essay, to be considered for all awards to which you are eligible.
| Name | QUALIFICATIONS | DESCRIPTION | AMOUNT (up to) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglass-O'Connell Global Internship | Freshman, sophomore, or junior, Pell-eligible, 3.0 GPA | Eight-week summer global internship program, including airfare | 100% of program fee and travel costs |
| Douglass-O'Connell Scholars Grant | Qualified applicants not chosen for the Douglass-O'Connell Global Internship are guaranteed a $1,500 grant toward any summer or semester study abroad program through Spring 2026 | Deduction from program fees | $1,500 |
| McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing and Public Health | Academic achievement and acceptance into a program focused on health sciences, nursing, or public health | Deduction from program fees | $750 |
| Ping Scholarship for Academic Excellence | Academic achievement | Deduction from program fees | $750 |
| Ritzmann Tropical and Marine Ecology Scholarship | Academic achievement and acceptance into a program focused on tropical or marine ecology | Deduction from program fees | $750 |
| STEM Scholarship | Any STEM major studying on any CIEE Summer Program | Deduction from program fees | $500 |
| Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarship | Academic achievement and acceptance into a qualified program | Deduction from program fees | $750 |
| Wollitzer Merit Scholarship in Area or Comparative Studies | Academic achievement and acceptance into a qualified program | Deduction from program fees | $750 |
Awards are based on program, alumni status, or enrolled institution.
| NAME | Qualifications | DESCRIPTION | AMOUNT (up to) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Session Discount | Enroll in more than one four-week summer session | Deduction off of additional sessions | 20% discount |
| Go Abroad Again Grant | CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni | Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms | $500 |
| Refer-a-Friend Rewards | Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifications. | Earn a cash reward for each person you refer who travels on a CIEE program | $200 per successful referral |
| Trailblazer Grant | Students who travel on a qualifying spring, summer, or fall 2025 programs | Earn a flight voucher for your eligible CIEE program | Up to $1,500 |
Get Started
1
Read the How to Apply page to understand all your options
2
Search for your study abroad or internship program and start your application
3
Complete the Scholarship & Grants application before the deadline
(April 1/October 15, depending on your term)
FAQs About Summer Study Abroad Scholarships
If you’re wondering how to apply for summer study abroad scholarships, we’ve got you covered! Follow these 3 simple steps:
- Search for your dream summer program and start an application
- Review CIEE scholarships and grants
- Complete the Scholarships & Grants portion of your application
For more detailed instructions on how to apply to merit-based and need-based summer scholarships, check out How To Apply To Scholarships or read our blog post: How to Apply to a Study Abroad Scholarship at CIEE: 4 Steps.
Summer term study abroad scholarship applications are always open, meaning you can submit the Scholarships & Grants portion of your CIEE Study Abroad application any time. Remember to submit your application by the April 1 summer programs deadline to be considered for summer funding.
While the cost of your summer study abroad program varies based on the specific program you choose, our summer programs can range anywhere from less than $5,450 to $9,250 or more. See some summer study abroad program examples below:
- Summer Ancient + Modern Japan -- $6,950
- Summer in Florence -- $5,450
- Summer Accelerated Chinese Language -- $8,450
- Summer Arabic Language -- $9,250
- Summer Global Internship -- $7,450
At CIEE, we provide students with plenty of summer scholarships & grants options to help lower the cost of their summer study abroad program. To help students gain access to study abroad, CIEE awards more than millions annually in scholarships and grants. To see if you're eligible for CIEE funding, complete the Scholarships & Grants section of your CIEE application!
For a chance to win a free summer study abroad program, enter our Latin America Student Scholarship where you could get a fully-funded Fall '25 or Spring '26 Latin America Program.
Check out: Top 10 Most Affordable Study Abroad Programs
Yes, there are certainly grants for summer study abroad programs, including:
- Gilman Go Global Grant
- GAIN Travel Grant
- MSI Grant
- Douglass O'Connell Scholars Grant
- Go Abroad Again Grant
- Trailblazer Grant
For more information, check out our summer study abroad scholarships & grants or start your application today!
Terms and Conditions
**Need-Based Grants: Students must submit their CIEE Scholarships & Grants application by these dates and provide proof of an eligible application to the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.
***Need-Based Grants: Students with an SAI of 10,000 or less must submit their CIEE Scholarships & Grants application by these dates to be guaranteed a GAIN Travel Grant. Students with SAIs above 10,000 should still apply, but they will be considered after the Scholarships and Grants Deadline. The GAIN Travel Grant is valid toward outbound and return airfare on CIEE programs. This is a credit with our partner travel agency and has no cash value. If you are selected for a GAIN Travel Grant, CIEE will not reimburse you for out-of-pocket travel costs. If your institution covers your flights, you are not eligible for a GAIN Travel Grant.
Review the maximum summer scholarships caps.
Related Links
Semester Scholarships | Quarter Scholarships | Single Block Scholarships | How to Apply