VCU scholarships
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Students are encouraged to apply to any of the numerous scholarships VCU offers for studying abroad.
VCU Education Abroad scholarships
The complete application is due by Friday, Feb. 12, 2010, at 4:30 p.m. in the Education Abroad Office.
Eligibility
You must meet all of the following criteria:
- Study abroad during spring break 2010, summer of 2010 or during the academic year 2010-11
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Must be returning to VCU for at least one semester after your study abroad
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Students participating in VCU faculty-led programs will be given preference for the scholarship
Scholarship commitment
If you receive a scholarship you are obligated to fulfill the following commitments:
- Register at VCU for a minimum of one semester following your study abroad.
- Submit a written report or photo essay within 30 days of returning to the U.S., evaluating your experience from a personal, academic and professional development perspective. Your material may be used by Education Abroad for future publicity purposes.
Follow-up project
During the semester upon your return, you must contribute one hour of service for every $100 you receive (up to a maximum of 10 hours). You must participate in activities that will serve the Education Abroad Office.
European Heritage Institute scholarship for VCU students
Various scholarships have been generously made available to VCU students who wish to study abroad in Italy through the European Heritage Institute.
For more information, contact EHI at euritage@i2020.net or call (804) 643-0661.
British Universities Summer School Scholarship
VCU will nominate one student for a full-tuition scholarship plus travel allowance to participate in summer study in one of the following locations and course options:
- International Shakespeare Globe Centre: Teaching Shakespeare through performance institute
- The University of Oxford: English literature
- The University of Oxford: History, politics and society
- Scottish Universities International Summer School: Text and context: British literature from 1900 to present
The nominee must be a Virginia resident completing their junior year, between the ages of 18 and 23. The application must be completed in early January.
VCU departmental scholarships
Other scholarships are provided to VCU students from various university schools and departments.
- School of the Arts: Dean’s International Study Grant, Dean’s Office
- School of Business: Robertson’s Scholarship for Study in France, Advising Office
- School of World Studies: Various scholarships for majors and minors
- Women's Studies International Experience: Women's Studies students with demonstrated financial need
