GLO Scholarships & Funding
The Global Learning Office is committed to increasing access to study abroad for all students and offer additional funding so that financial considerations do not restrict opportunities for international study.
Application Deadlines
You can apply for all scholarships using just one online application which is linked to your Northwestern study abroad application. Scholarship applications are due at the same time as your program application:| Term | Date |
|---|---|
| Fall, Fall-Winter, & Full-Year Programs | February 10 |
| Summer Programs | February 10 |
| Winter Programs | June 10 |
| Winter-Spring Programs | September 10 |
| Spring Programs | November 10 |
Questions?
Contact Whitney Bennett.
GLO Scholarships & Funding
The below tabs outline funding opportunities available to Northwestern students applying to participate in Northwestern programs, GESI, and exchanges. The GLObal Correspondent Grant is also available for Northwestern students applying to participate in affiliated programs. (Journalism Residency programs abroad, Semester in Qatar, and unaffiliated programs are not eligible).
There are also many opportunities to apply for outside scholarships and funding to help offset the cost of your study abroad program. However, deadlines come quickly. Plan ahead and check scholarship deadlines early in the application process.
By completing the GLO study abroad scholarship application you will automatically be considered for all awards for which they are eligible.
To begin the GLO study abroad scholarship application, you must first begin the Northwestern study abroad application. Within the Northwestern study abroad application, be sure to complete the program selection section and 1) indicate a Northwestern Program or Northwestern Exchange as your first choice and 2) be sure to answer yes to the question “Will you be applying for a scholarship?” within the scholarship selection section (at the bottom of the page).
These scholarships are available thanks to the generosity of various donors. GLO scholarship recipients are expected to follow the scholarship guidelines.
Journalism Residency and Semester in Qatar programs are not eligible for GLO scholarships and grants.
| Scholarship | Term | Programs | Eligibility | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Bonnie and Mike Daniels GESI Scholars Fund |
Summer |
Currently receiving financial aid. Demonstrated community involvement. |
full GESI tuition and program costs | |
| Global Learning Scholarship |
All |
Northwestern Programs, GESI, or Exchanges |
Applicants of any Northwestern Program or Exchange. |
Up to $3,000 |
| GLO Summer Scholarship |
Summer |
Currently receiving financial aid. Awards will be based primarily upon financial need, as well as the strength of application materials and availability of funds. Low-income, first generation, and minority students are encouraged to apply. |
Up to $7,500 |
|
| Hill-Urbina Global Health Studies Fellowship |
All |
Demonstrated interest in global health. |
Up to $3,000 | |
|
Mark & Ingleborg Holliday Study Abroad Fund |
All | Northwestern Programs or Exchanges | Applicants of any Northwestern Program or Exchange. | Up to $1,000 |
| National University of Singapore Exchange Funding | Fall Quarter, Winter/Spring Quarters, Full Year | National University of Singapore Exchange | Students participating in this Northwestern Exchange are eligible for a scholarship of up to $3,000, as long as they complete a GLO study abroad scholarship application. | Up to $3,000 |
| Petkanics and Gerstenschlager Study Abroad Scholarship | All | Northwestern Programs or Exchanges | Demonstrated financial need and participating on any Northwestern program or Northwestern Exchange. Preference is given to students in WCAS. | Up to $3,000 |
| Querrey-Simpson Scholarship | Summer | Northwestern Summer Programs | Demonstrated financial need. | Up to $7,500 |
| Wanxiang Fellowship | Summer | Energy Technology & Policy: Wanxiang Fellows Program | All students who are selected to participate in the Energy Technology & Policy: Wanxiang Fellows Program. Students who also submit a GLO study abroad application are eligible for additional funding beyond the amount covered by the Wanxiang Fellowship. | Check the current Fellowship amount on the Energy Technology & Policy: Wanxiang Fellows Program webpage. |
Grants require a separate application, submitted after students are confirmed to participate in a Northwestern program, GESI, exchange, or affiliated program. Review grant application deadlines on the GLObal Correspondent page.
| Grant | Term | Eligibility | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLObal Correspondent Photography Grant | All | Students confirmed to participate in any Northwestern program or exchange who will have full access to photography equipment during their study abroad experience. Award of $150 disbursed following study abroad experience, contingent upon the quality of work provided. Visit the GLObal Correspondent page to learn more and to apply. | $150 |
| GLObal Correspondent Videography Grant | All | Students confirmed to participate in any Northwestern program or exchange who will have full access to videography equipment during their study abroad experience. Award of $250 disbursed following study abroad experience, contingent upon the quality of work provided. Visit the GLObal Correspondent page to learn more and to apply. | $250 |
| GLObal Correspondent Blogging Grant | All | Students confirmed to participate in any GESI or affiliated program who will be able to blog throughout their time abroad. Award of $150 disbursed following study abroad experience, contingent upon the quality fo work provided. Visit the GLObal Correspondent page to learn more and to apply. | $150 |