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Education Abroad updates – new opportunities and scholarships!

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Welcome back for fall 2019!

Plan to attend the Study Abroad Fair on Sept. 12 for information on new study abroad opportunities including Germany, France and Spain !

There are some amazing scholarships available See Chatham Study Abroad Scholarships for details. (Deadline for spring study abroad 9/30/2019)

IFSA Scholarship—Three scholarships of up to $4250 to study abroad for semester in Cyprus (Nicosia), Thailand (Mahidol) or Costa Rica (Veritas).

Benter Scholarship – Up to nine scholarships of up to $5000 to study abroad for semester at any Chatham exchange or partner institution.

Vira I Heinz Scholarship for Women in Global Leadership. Three scholarships of $5000+ for undergraduate women to study abroad during summer 2020. Application due 11/1/2019.

Outside study abroad scholarships are available, including Gilman for Pell grant recipients, and FEA which supports underrepresented students to study abroad.

Chatham field experiences (faculty-led) —Stay tuned for information on summer 2020 field experiences (under development) to Costa Rica, Greece, Portugal, Italy, Morocco.

For more information on study abroad and scholarships contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu or make an advsing appointment: https://calendly.com/kchipman.

 

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Fulbright US Student Competition 2020-2021

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Fulbright US Student Competition for 2020-2021

 

The 2020-2021 Fulbright US Student Competition is open.

Grants are offered for rising seniors and recent graduates to teach English abroad, pursue independent research or study in a graduate degree program. Advice and support is available for applicants; see the below timeline for applicants and contact Fulbright Program Advisers kchipman@chatham.edu or cmusick@chatham.edu. Chatham’s on campus deadline is September 10, 2019 and the national deadline to submit an application is October 8, 2019, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

For more information, visit https://us.fulbrightonline.org/

Fulbright US Student Program – Timeline and Checklist for 2020-2021 competition

April 1, 2019:

Online application opens.  View awards by clicking on specific countries at http://us.fulbrightonline.org/countries/regions

  • Register as applicant in Slate platform; register as a Chatham University applicant
  • Check out application and requirements

April-May 2019:

  • Thoroughly read Fulbright website
  • Review differences between ETA (English Teaching Assistant) grants and Research/Study grants
  • Research your country and Fulbright commission (either grant). Carefully consider the profile of countries. Keep up with current events in the country.
  • Research your topic if you are applying for a Research grant; discuss your research topic with your academic advisor and department for ideas and input.
  • Begin networking and start looking for affiliations (names and universities) if you are applying for a Research grant. Make initial outreach to university abroad.  If you are unsure about how to approach universities, request assistance from your academic advisor, department and/or Fulbright Program Advisors (FPAs)
  • Work on your language proficiency (register for summer classes and/or self-study)
  • Look for opportunities to strengthen your candidacy. Become a language partner for the English Language Program.
  • Be in touch with FPAs to schedule advising appointments.

Summer 2019

  • Update your CV/resume
  • Start drafting statements for application
  • Fill out your personal details on the application
  • Start looking for language reference writers; continue language study
  • Think about your recommenders and reach out to them.
  • Follow up contact with the university abroad as necessary, secure affiliation letter
  • Request university/college transcripts (unofficial is okay) from all schools attended in US and abroad
  • Share first drafts of your essays with FPAs by July 16 (or earlier)

 August 15, 2019, Deadline to share revised draft statements with FPAs /Fellowship committee for feedback before campus deadline

September 10, 2019, Campus Deadline.  You must submit final drafts of your statements at this time and list your recommenders, language, etc.

September 17-21, 2019 On campus interviews with Fellowship committee. (exact days/times TBD). Campus committee evaluation completed.  (FPAs upload form to Slate platform).

Applicants will be able to make additional revisions to application post-interview.

October 8, 2019, 5 pm EST.  Online application system closes at 5:00 P.M. EST.

Late January 2020. Semi-finalists announced.

March-June 2020. Fulbright finalists announced by country.

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Summer study abroad opportunities

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Interested in study abroad?  Check out low cost or partially funded summer opportunities with upcoming deadlines:

Bahrom International Program (BIP) at Seoul Women’s University, Seoul, South Korea, 3 credits, June 25-July 18, 2019, open to both men and women. 

Scholarships –

FreemanAsia scholarship – for study/intern in Asia during summer 2019, fall 2019, or academic year 2019-2020.  Apply by April 5.

Bridging Scholarships for fall 2019 study in Japan. Apply by April 10.

Not seeing a program that meets your needs? We’d love to help you find the right program for you. Contact us at internationalaffairs@chatham.edu to learn more.

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Study in Japan, Summer 2019: Japanese Language Immersion Course (JLIC) at Doshisha Women’s College

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The summer program at Doshisha Women’s College (DWCLA) in Japan offers female undergraduate students who have at least half a year Japanese study experience:

  • Japanese language courses in two levels
  • Japanese cultural experiences, field trips, club visits, and other interactive programs with DWCLA students

Course Dates:

  • Term A: May 20th to June 14th, 2019
  • Term B: June 24 to July 19th, 2019

Features of the JLIC include:

  • small class sizes
  • entry level students are welcome
  • field trips in Kyoto
  • intercultural communication sessions with DWCLA students
  • two accommodation options – off-campus dorms or homestay

How to apply and Application forms:

http://www.dwc.doshisha.ac.jp/english/international_exchange/

Applications due by February 28, 2019.  For more information, contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu.

 

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Apply for a Fulbright Summer Institute in the UK

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London, England

Are you a first year or sophomore student looking for a funded summer study abroad experience in the UK?  Consider applying for this Fulbright opportunity.  Application deadline is 2/6/2019.

There are several UK Summer Institutes available every year. Each Institute is hosted by a different university, and each focus on a specific historical or cultural context, or a subject or topic. You do not need to be familiar with these to apply and are encouraged to explore your interests.

The best applications are from well-rounded students who can demonstrate:

  • Strong academic ability
  • Ambassadorial skills
  • Intercultural sensitivity
  • Genuine desire to learn more about the UK and to share aspects of American culture
  • Extracurricular activities
  • Community involvement
  • Leadership potential
  • Plans to further the Fulbright mission and give back to the US upon returning
Giant’s Causeway, outside Belfast

Applying

Applications for 2019 Institutes are open now through 6 February at 5pm EST.

  1. Read the FAQs and terms and conditions
  2. Read our Privacy Policy for applicants
  3. Apply online and upload a transcript to the application form as a PDF (official transcripts are preferred)
  4. Select two (2) references and place their e-mail addresses into the application. They should receive a notification message that will lead them to their own online portal to submit a reference letter.

The application form must be completed, with transcript attached, and submitted before the deadline. Your references should also submit your letters before the deadline or your application will be incomplete.  An application will not be considered completed if any of these items are missing or submitted late.

Bristol, England

Interviews

Finalists will be invited to interview in late March. Summer Institute interviews are by video conference call and can only be rescheduled under extreme circumstances.

 For more information or other study abroad opportunities, contact the Office of International Affairs, internationalaffairs@chatham.edu or visit us, Falk Hall, lower level.
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Scholarships for study abroad!

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There are many scholarships and opportunities for study abroad with deadlines approaching…don’t wait, check your eligibility and apply now!

February 2019 Watanabe Scholarship for study in Japan

February 6, 2019, Fulbright UK Summer Institutes for US Undergraduates (for 1st and 2nd year students)

February 7, 2019, Boren Scholarship for summer STEM students and semester study abroad (must include language study) 

February 8, 2019, USINDO Summer studies program in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

February 28, 2019 Chatham experiential learning scholarships for summer and field experiences

March 1, 2019 Pennsylvania Council for International Education/Asia Institute Joint Scholarship  for study in Asia

March 5, 2019, Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship (for summer 2019, fall 2019 and academic year 2019-2020) for Pell grant recipients

April 5, 2019, FreemanAsia Awards for Summer 2019, Fall 2019, and Academic Year 2019-20 for study in Asia 

 

Have questions? Need help with your application? Contact us!

When will you study abroad?  Contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu for more information on study abroad options, opportunities and scholarships.

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Apply for the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program

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The Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program, sponsored by the US Department of State,  is a funded intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. Students spend eight to ten weeks abroad studying one of 15 critical languages. Many of the language programs require no previous language study. Applicants must be US citizens and enrolled in a degree granting program at the time of application.  The program includes intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. The summer 2019 program cycle is now open for applicants https://clscholarship.org/apply

For complete program details including languages, eligibility, prerequisites and benefits, please see https://clscholarship.org/about and for application tips, please see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZxBia0AE58

Applications are due November 27, 2018 at 8:00pm Eastern.

Please reach out to internationalaffairs@chatham.edu with any questions or for assistance with the application process.

 

Questions about study abroad or scholarship opportunities? Book a meeting at calendly.com/kchipman

 

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Summer 2019 undergraduate field experiences

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Chatham field experiences offer undergraduate students the opportunity to travel abroad and participate in academic courses focused on interdisciplinary topics, taught by Chatham faculty during the first three weeks of the summer 2019 term.

The following summer 2019 Chatham field experiences are now open for application:

Greece – Discovery Course (Dr. Carrillo, Dr. Edsall and Dr. Lettan)

Ireland – Ireland’s Advanced Economy and Sustainability for 2020 and Beyond (Dr. Pierson and Dr. Macagno)

Spain – Global Health Experience (Dr. Appasamy and Dr. Williams-Hatala)

Please click on the above links for complete field experience information, including field experience program fee, tuition, eligibility, prerequisite requirements and the online application.  The deadline to apply is November 5, 2018.

Please reach out to internationalaffairs@chatham.edu with any questions.

Questions about study abroad or scholarship opportunities? Book a meeting at calendly.com/kchipman

 

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Scholarships for study abroad!

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There are many scholarships and opportunities for study abroad with deadlines approaching…don’t wait, check your eligibility and apply now!

September 18, Fund for Education Abroad scholarship Spring 2019

September 30  Chatham experiential learning scholarship applications for Spring 2019 study abroad are due 

October, Freeman Asia for study in East or Southeast Asia 

October 2, Gilman Scholarship for Spring 2019 and Summer 2019 (Early Application)

October 11, Bridging Scholarships for Spring 2019 Study in Japan

November, Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) for summer 2019

November 1, Vira I Heinz (VIH) Program for Women in Global Leadership for summer 2019

February 7, 2019, Boren Scholarship for summer STEM students and semester study abroad (must include language study) 

March 1, 2019, TEAN Full Ride Scholarship (for any summer 2018 or fall 2018 TEAN program)

 When will you study abroad?  Contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu for more information on study abroad options, opportunities and scholarships.

Chatham University

Office of International Affairs, Chatham University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, internationalaffairs@chatham.edu, www.chatham.edu/academics/international