Funding

Make An Appointment With Financial Aid

If you already get financial aid, or are eligible, you may be able to use it for study abroad. Many types of aid, like Pell Grants or student loans, can apply to your program. Sometimes you may even qualify for extra aid because study abroad can cost more than regular classes.

Scholarships Information 

$500 Honors Program Award
If you are in the Honors Program, you can earn a $500 scholarship for study abroad. To get it, you must complete an Honors Project as part of one of your study abroad courses. Visit the Honors Program webpage to learn how to join.

$500–$1000 ICISP Founders Scholarship
Parkland College is part of the Illinois Consortium of International Studies & Programs (ICISP). They offer scholarships each semester:

  • Fall/Spring: $1,000
  • Summer: $500

Visit icisp.org to see their full list of scholarships.

Gilman Scholarship
If you receive a Pell Grant, you may qualify for the Gilman Scholarship. This award can provide thousands of dollars to help with your study abroad costs.

Here are some ways to raise money for your trip:

Raise Funds

  • Ask local groups (like Rotary, Kiwanis, Lions Club, or the Chamber of Commerce) for support. Bring details about your program and offer to help them in return.
  • Ask your parents if any scholarships exist for children of employees where they work. 
  • Ask local stores or restaurants if you can put out a donation jar with a sign about your trip.
  • Write a creative letter to your relatives, asking for financial support in exchange for monthly letters abroad, or a presentation and dinner upon return. 
  • Work with friends to raise money by doing car washes, painting, or cleaning.

Save

  • Open a savings account just for study abroad. Even $50–$100 to start makes a difference.
  • Ask for money instead of presents for birthdays and holidays. Put it in the fund. 
  • Save as much as you can from your job, especially from summer work.

Say Thanks

Whatever you do, be sure to express your appreciation for support. Your energy and enthusiasm for going abroad will be contagious!

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