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Spring '25 Early Deadline Programs
September 9, 2024
Please be aware that some spring '25 abroad programs have an earlier deadline than 10/01. To view a full list of the programs click the link here.
Continue ReadingAbsolute Internship Webinar Series
December 26, 2023
Join Absolute Internship in their webinar series this January and learn about the right internship for you. With webinars focusing on a different field of study every Wednesday, follow this link to see the full schedule and sign up for the Zoom webinars.
Continue ReadingListen to our New Podcast And So The Story Goes
December 21, 2023
And So The Story Goes is a podcast aimed at celebrating world cultures and storytelling. We will be listening to the experiences of current students abroad, study abroad returnees, international and exchange students, faculty, and more. Hear about local recommendations, why studying abroad is an integral experience, the reality of studying abroad, the lived versus tourist experience, and much more. Please sit back, relax, and explore the world with us. Intro music credited to Will Gibson from Orange County, CA.
Gilman Scholarship Deadline March 9
February 14, 2023
The Gilman Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for students receiving Pell Grants to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. Applications close on March 9. Learn more or apply at the Gilman Scholarship website.
Continue ReadingGraduate Scholarship Opportunity at Waseda University
January 10, 2023
The Center for Education Abroad would like to share this Graduate student opportunity from the Graduate School of Asia-pacific Studies (GSAPS), Waseda University. This program is sponsored by the Japanese government and awards a full scholarship including round trip air fare, tuition, entrance fee, and monthly stipend for 2 years for a MA program and 3 years for a Ph.D programs in Japan.
Continue ReadingFrederick Douglass Global Fellowship Application Now Open
December 7, 2022
The Center for Education Abroad would like share this opportunity for students to apply for the Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship which offers a full scholarship to study abroad this summer. The application deadline is February 14th.
Continue ReadingSummer 2023 Applications Now Open
November 29, 2022
The application cycle for Summer 2023 education abroad programs is now open. For a full list of programs, visit the Education Abroad Portal.
Continue ReadingROC Your Global Future Conference: Jo Franco Keynote Speaker
November 9, 2022
International Education Week is just around the corner. Join virtually for this year’s Roc Your Global Future conference from Monday November 14 through Thursday November 17. This year's Keynote Speaker is Jo Franco, a well-known Travel & Language Content Creator, Polyglot, Writer, and TV Host and so much more. You can register for her webinar on Tuesday November 15 at 6 p.m., and the rest of the sessions at the ROC Your Global Future website.
Continue ReadingCAPA's Spring Scholarship Deadline
September 15, 2022
CAPA's 2023 spring program scholarship applications close on October 14. Learn more about need-based scholarships and eligibility at the CAPA website.
Continue ReadingGilman & Gilman-McCain Applications Now Open!
August 30, 2022
Receive up to $5,000 to go abroad with the Gilman Scholarships. Applications are now open for any college student going abroad who's a US citizen and a Federal Pell Grant recipient.
Continue ReadingJousting, One Italian Village's Medieval Rite
August 29, 2022
The city of Arezzo preserves it's history by hosting a biannually jousting competition. The citizens of Arezzo partake in festivities by dressing up in medieval colors and knight's uniforms to partake in the competition. Check out CBS Sunday Morning for the full segment on the annual Arezzo jousting festivities that happen twice a year and learn more about the Arezzo Lisio Italian Studies Program offered at the University of Rochester.
Continue ReadingArezzo Lisio Italian Studies Program Welcomes Jennifer Barsamian
August 26, 2022
The Arezzo Lisio Italian Studies program welcomes a new, yet familiar face as the new Assistant Director, Jennifer Barsamian. Jennifer was a part of the first class to be sent abroad on the Arezzo program. Learn more about Jennifer's experience in Arezzo Italy and her excitement to give back to the university.
Continue ReadingJoin Rochester's Day of Giving!
May 5, 2022
Your gift can help spread the gift of global education to more students.
Continue ReadingCLS Spark
April 5, 2022
A fully funded program for virtual language study in Arabic, Chinese, and Russian
Continue ReadingLanguage Fair
April 5, 2022
In Solidarity with Ukraine
March 17, 2022
The University of Rochester stands in solidarity with Ukraine and the Center for Education Abroad shares our great concern for all students and families affected by recent events in Ukraine. The University’s full statement by President Sarah C. Mangelsdorf can be read here.
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