Contact & FAQ – Fund for Education Abroad

Am I eligible for an FEA scholarship? Can exceptions be made for the eligibility requirements?

Please check our eligibility page. If you do not fit these qualifications, you are not eligible for an FEA scholarship. To ensure our process remains fair, we do not make any exceptions to these requirements. Submitted applications found to be ineligible will not be reviewed.

I missed the deadline. Can I still submit my application?

No. We are unable to grant any individual extensions, no matter the reason.

I would like to pursue a degree abroad. Can you help fund my education?

We are not able to provide funding for full degree programs. We can only award scholarships to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or DACA recipients who are attending a U.S institution of higher education and are pursuing a study abroad program outside of the U.S. as part of their undergraduate degree.

When is the application open?

We have two application cycles per year. The application for Summer/Fall programs is typically open from November to early February. The application for Winter/Spring programs is typically open from late July to mid-September. Find more information about the current application status on our Apply page.

I submitted my application. When will I hear back about a decision?

Our review process takes approximately 8 to 9 weeks once the application has closed. If you submitted an application for the Summer/Fall application cycle, you can expect to hear back in April. If you submitted an application for the Winter/Spring application cycle, you can expect to hear back in November. Decision notifications are sent to the email address you provided in your application. If you have not heard back within the anticipated time frame, please check your spam folder.

I am planning to study abroad for a full academic year (fall and spring). When should I apply?

Applicants planning to study abroad for a full academic year are welcome to apply during our Summer/Fall application cycle.