Undergraduate Scholarships for Study Abroad in East Asia

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1 Center for East Asian Studies Undergraduate s for Study Abroad in East Asia Administered through the UW-Madison Center for East Asian Studies (For more, see Ichiro & Toyoko Matsudaira Memorial Award Fund Chinese Language s, China Council, People s Republic of China CEAS awards one yearly fellowship covering participation in the Japan-America Student Conference. The JASC is an educational and cultural exchange program for university students (from freshmen to Ph.D. candidates) from the US and Japan. Approximately 40 students from each country spend an intense month living, traveling, and studying together with the aim of better understanding each other's cultures and societies. The locales alternate yearly in the US and Japan. Candidates submit applications directly to JASC, and submit an additional complete copy to the Center for East Asian Studies. CEAS accepts applications for one-year Chinese Cultural s provided by the Government of the People's Republic of China through the China Council. The scholarship covers tuition, instructional materials, housing, and medical care in addition to a monthly stipend for living expenses in China (equivalent to approximately US$100). Successful applicants are responsible for all travel costs. Applicants must be current UW-Madison undergraduate or graduate students with two years of undergraduate study completed in good academic standing (at 1 February Center for East Asian Studies, Advisor 333 Ingraham Hall Phone: (608) [email protected] Japan-American Student Conference 2 nd Floor, th Street, N.W. Washington, DC Phone: (202) Fax: (202) [email protected] Center for East Asian Studies, Advisor 333 Ingraham Hall Phone: (608) [email protected] for CEAS: [email protected]

2 least a 3.0 GPA). Preference will be given to students who have sufficient Chinese language proficiency. The fellowship is only open to U.S. citizens. Chinese Language s, Ministry of Education, Republic of China on Taiwan CEAS accepts applications for Chinese Language Fellowships sponsored by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of China on Taiwan. The awards are for approved overseas language study in Taiwan from September to August, and provide $NT 25,000 (US $725) per month toward expenses. Applicants must be current UW-Madison graduate or undergraduate in good standing. Preference will be given to students who have completed at least one year of Chinese by May. The fellowships are open to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. February Center for East Asian Studies, Advisor 333 Ingraham Hall Madison, WI Phone: (608) [email protected] Administered through the UW-Madison s Office of International Studies & Programs (For more study abroad scholarships that are not limited to East Asia, see: Chou Kuo-p ing Chinese Travel Awards Pritzker Pucker Year Long Study Abroad Awards Wisconsin International Scholars Program (WISc) UW-Madison Sponsored These awards are open to UW-Madison degree-seeking Office of International Studies and Programs undergraduate students enrolled in a study-abroad program. 261 Bascom Hall Students must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Prior study 500 Lincoln Drive of Chinese language is desirable but not required. Madison, WI package includes a transcript, a description of the program they Phone: (608) will attend, the overall cost of the program and a two-age essay. [email protected] Awards will be based on academic merit, course work taken which indicates an interest in East Asia and financial need. Open to UW-Madison degree-seeking undergraduate students Office of International Studies and Programs enrolled in a year-long study-abroad program. Students must 261 Bascom Hall have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA. Preference will given to 500 Lincoln Drive students have studied a language of the host country prior to Madison, WI participation in the program abroad. Preferences will also be Phone: (608) given to programs with one or more of the following [email protected] components: field study, research, intensive language training, internship, or service learning. Designed for undergraduate students interested in adding an Open until filled International Studies and Programs international dimension to their education. WISc provides an University of Wisconsin-Madison opportunity for a small, select group of undergraduates to 261 Bascom Hall participate in an internationally focused enrichment program 500 Lincoln Drive while pursing any of the 145 undergrad majors offered on Madison, WI campus. WISc students will be offered two travel grants to Phone: (608) participants who meet the program requirements, including a Fax: (608)

3 short-term study abroad program grant, and a semester, or yearlong study abroad experience later on in the degree program, provided all program requirements have been met. Eligibility includes: GPA of 3.6, or better at the end of junior year, minimum of 3 years of language study, or demonstrated language proficiency, demonstrated international interest, leadership potential, geographical diversity. [email protected] Administered through UW-Madison s School of Business School of Business s The School of Business CIBER s for Semester Exchange Programs Two scholarships are offered exclusively to students participating in School of Business International Programs. There is no separate application process for these scholarships. You will be notified of the award after being admitted to a study abroad program. All business and pre-business majors participating in a semester exchange program will receive a $500 scholarship from the School of Business. Participants on all semester abroad programs, regardless of program or major, who demonstrate financial need are eligible for a scholarship of up to $2,000 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. You must have a complete financial aid application on file with Student Financial Services to be eligible. Business majors who participate in the School of Business semester exchange programs are eligible for a scholarship, usually in the amount of $500. Funding is provided by the School's Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER). By being admitted to the semester/academic year program, you will be considered for the scholarship. There is no separate application. 1 st of the previous academic year 1 st of the previous academic year International Programs University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Business 2266 Grainger 975 University Avenue Madison, WI Phone: (608) [email protected] holarships.asp International Programs University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Business 2266 Grainger 975 University Avenue Madison, WI Phone: (608) [email protected] holarships.asp Study Abroad s Specific to East Asia Offered through Other Institutions Association of International Education, Japan (AIEJ): Shortterm The Association of International Education, Japan (AIEJ) offers a "Short-term Student Exchange Promotion Program" for foreign students. The program is available for qualified students enrolled in American universities who are admitted to 3 s will differ with each university. May occur: AIEJ Information Center 2-79 Aomi Koto-ku, Tokyo Phone:

4 Bridging Project Clearinghouse for Study in Japan Chinese Government Cultural Program for Foreign Students and Scholars in Korean Studies Blakemore - Freeman Fellowships for Advanced Language Study a Japanese university for a period of up to one year. The grant covers air-fare to and from Japan, a monthly stipend [ 80,000 per month (up to 12 months)], and a one-time settling allowance [ 25,000 (upon arrival only)]. Awards are given on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The Association of Teachers of Japanese Bridging Project accepts applications from American students participating in study-abroad programs in Japan. Undergraduate students majoring in any field of study are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Japanese language study is not a prerequisite. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and be enrolled in a college or university in the United States. Bridging recipients receive a stipend of $2,500 (for students on semester-long programs) or $4,000 (for students on academic year programs). Five scholarships provided by the Chinese Ministry of Education granted each year to American undergraduate students to study in China. includes tuition, instructional materials, housing, medical care, and a monthly stipend paid in RMB Yuan. Applicants must be a US citizen, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, and have sufficient Chinese language proficiency, both spoken and written. The Academy of Korean Studies is pleased to announce its 15 th Cultural Program for Foreigners. As an important part of the mission of AKS is to cultivate scholars and young leaders who can contribute to the development of Korean studies, the Academy has organized this intensive cultural program for those in Korean Studies. The cultural program is composed of various components such as special lectures on Korea, intensive readings and discussions in Korean, field trips, excursions, and traditional cultural activities. Qualifications: Undergraduate students of second year or above and/or graduate students in Korean studies Program Period is about 4 weeks long. The Blakemore Foundation grants approximately 30 fellowships yearly for advanced study of modern Chinese, Japanese and Korean. These are intended for use pursuing professional, academic, or business careers involving regular use of Asian language. The grants fund a year of advanced language study at institutions in Asia. The grants cover tuition and a stipend for related expenses, basic living costs and transportation. Eligibility includes: receipt of undergraduate degree, language ability at or near advanced level of study, Late February Late May Late September For Fall semester: April For Spring semester: October January [email protected] Bridging Project Clearinghouse Association of Teachers of Japanese Campus Box Humanities Building University of Colorado Boulder, CO Phone: (303) Fax: (303) [email protected] ml Official Address of China A3 Building 2, NO. 9, Chegongzhuang Street Beijing , P. R. China Phone: Fax: [email protected] Councilhttp:// International Support Division The Center for Information on Korean Culture The Academy of Korean Studies 50 Unjung-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea, Tel : Fax : =6&content_id=23 The Blakemore Foundation 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 4800 Seattle, Washington Phone: (206) [email protected] 4

5 Freeman-Asia Study Abroad Hokkaido International Foundation Kyoto Center for Japanese Studies KCJS and Japan Foundation s Monbukagakusho Program Japanese Studies ability to devote oneself to full-time language study for the duration of the grant, and U.S. citizenship. Freeman-Asia provides scholarships to undergraduate students to study abroad in East Asia, with a sliding scale, based on student s financial needs. Awards range from $3,000 to $7,000. Awards are only available to students who plan to study in: Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam The summer Japanese Language and Culture Program focuses on proficiency-oriented instruction, which endeavors to help students acquire or improve communication skills in all aspects of Japanese. The foundation awards five $1,000 scholarships for the program. Between students with a wide range of majors in the humanities, social sciences, sciences and engineering participate in KCJS. KCJS is primarily an academic year program with the majority of the students participating for both semesters. A limited number of students may be admitted for one semester of study, either fall or spring. At least two years of Japanese language study at the college level (five hours per week minimum), is required to enroll at KCJS in the fall semester. Applicants are required to have at least sophomore standing during their participation in the program; more advanced students and those with strong demonstrated academic performance will normally be given preference. The KCJS Governing Board has allocated funds to create the KCJS Student to benefit participating students who demonstrate the most financial need. These awards vary with need and offer up to $3,500 for recipients attending the full year and $1,500 for recipients attending one semester. This scholarship offers applicants the opportunity to spend a year continuing their study of Japanese language or culture at one of several universities in Japan. Benefits: 142,500 yen per month for the period of the scholarship, transportation to and from Japan, 25,000 yen arrival allowance (subject to change), school fees will be waived, accommodations in foreign student houses, residence halls for foreign students, or private boarding houses depending on the university, partial subvention for medical expenses. Qualifications: Applicants must be from 18 to 29 years of age as of September 1 of the year of departure; must be enrolled as undergraduate students in an American university; must be studying Japanese language and/or culture Spring: October; Summer: ; Fall/Academic Year: April February Fall/Academic Year: Feb. Spring Semester: Oct. Freeman-Asia Program Institute of International Education U.S. Student Programs 809 United Nations Plaza New York, NY Phone: (212) [email protected] Hokkaido International Foundation (HIF) 14-1 Motomachi Hakodate Hokkaido , Japan Tel: Fax: [email protected] Office of Global Programs 204 Lewisohn Columbia University 2970 Broadway, Mail Code 4119 New York, NY Phone: (212) Fax: (212) [email protected] Content=Apply Japan Information Center Olympia Center, Suite N. Michigan Ave. Chicago IL Phone: (312) Fax: (312) [email protected] 5

6 as their major or minor, and must have a high level of Japanese language proficiency. In order to apply through this consulate, applicants must be US citizens living in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, or Wisconsin. US citizens living in other states should apply through the consulate responsible for their state. General Study Abroad Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Bowman Travel Grants Benjamin A. Gilman International Fulbright IIE For Undergraduate Research Abroad The Institute of International Education (IIE): Midwest Networkers CIEE offers travel grants to provide assistance to undergraduate students participating in educational programs in nontraditional destinations. Award amounts: $500 for programs in Central America or the Caribbean, $750 for South America, $1,000 for Asia and $1,500 for Africa. Awards are issued as vouchers to Council Travel to be used towards the purchase of airline tickets to the program destination. s and guidelines are available in the Resource Room, 252 Bascom Hall. Submit completed application to CIEE in New York by the deadline. Sponsored by the US Department of State and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the Benjamin A. Gilman International provides awards of up to $5,000 for U.S. citizen undergraduate students to pursue semester or academic-year long study abroad opportunities. To be eligible students must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant at the time of application. These awards are for undergraduate study and research abroad in academic fields and for professional training in the creative and performing arts. Eligibility limited to US citizens. s are made through the UW-Madison International Institute Fellowships Office. Selection is based on the academic or professional record of the applicant, the feasibility of the proposed research/study plan, letters of recommendation, the applicant s language preparation, and personal suitability. The Chicago office of the Institute of International Education (IIE) offers $1000 study abroad grants to students from Midwestern universities. There are no restrictions regarding destination, length of program or field of study. 6 Summer/Fall Academic Year: April 1 st Winter/Spring Academic Year: November 1 st Fall/Academic Year: April Spring: September October Council on International Education Exchange 3 rd Floor, 7 Custom House Street Portland, ME Toll-Free: STUDY Phone: (207) Gilman International Program Institute of International Education 520 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 740 Houston, TX Phone: (713) , ext 25 [email protected] The Institute of International Education (IIE) 25 E. Washington St., Suite 1735 Chicago, IL Phone: (312) Fax: (312) UW-Madison Contact: Dr. Erin Crawley, Fellowships Officer Phone: (608) [email protected] IIE Midwest Regional Center 25 E. Washington St., Suite Chicago, IL Phone: (312) Fax: (312) [email protected]

7 National Security Education Program (NSEP), David L. Boren Undergrad Study Abroad The NSEP awards scholarships to American undergraduate students for study of world regions critical to US interests. Eligibility: US citizenship, matriculation as a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior in a regionally accredited US postsecondary institution. All recipients of NSEP awards are also required to seek employment with a federal agency or office involved in national security affairs. December &Template=/Activity/ActivityDisplay.cfm&activityid=21 National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Institute of International Education 1400 K Street, NW Washington, DC Phone: NSEP Fax: (202) [email protected] m Rotary Ambassadorial s Applicants for Academic-Year and Multi-Year Ambassadorial s need to carefully research five preferred study institutions and be willing to attend any of those five institutions. This resource is intended to assist candidates during the preparation of the application by providing a list of universities as well as a bibliography of reference books and Web sites. Regardless of where you wish to study, it is important that you research the cost of studying at your proposed institutions and that you be prepared to meet any financial obligations above the amount of the scholarship. Maximum amount of an Academic-Year Ambassadorial : US$25,000. July UW-Campus: Erin De Vos, Office of International Studies and Programs, 256 Bascom Hall [email protected] Rotary International One Rotary Center 1560 Sherman Ave. Evanston, IL Phone: (847) Fax: (847) or (847) dex.html 7