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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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Consortium for Study Abroad in Taiwan: World-Class Education & Vibrant Adventure

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Are you interested in being placed in a personalized study abroad program that fits your academic needs and interests for a semester or summer term? Consider studying abroad in Taiwan! Through the Consortium for Study Abroad in Taiwan (CSAT), you can have a great experience abroad for a very reasonable cost.

When you apply to study abroad through CSAT, an adviser provides you with options for a customized program in a Taiwanese university.  CSAT will give students several different choices to meet their academic requirements.  Practically all major disciplines can be accommodated through CSAT member institutions in Taiwan.

Housing and language instruction are also included in the program fee so students won’t have to worry about arranging where they will live. The total fee for semester programs is $7,950, and short term programs during the summer range in cost. Additional scholarships are available to help study abroad costs through CSAT and through Chatham. All Chatham undergraduate students also receive a one-time $1,200 voucher to support their study abroad experience. Students completing an international certificate may be eligible for an additional $1800 toward study abroad.

For program information, visit:

http://csat.fulbright.org.tw/

Please contact Karin Chipman at kchipman@chatham.edu or internationalaffairs@chatham.edu with any questions or for application information.

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Inspired by Global Focus Year of Ireland to Study Abroad?

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2018-2019 is Chatham’s Global Focus Year of Ireland.  Ireland is a great study abroad location with academics to suit many academic areas.  Here are some study abroad in Ireland options to consider.

Dunlace Castle

Semester (Spring 2019 or Fall 2019)

University of Limerick (CIS Abroad),  https://www.cisabroad.com/study-abroad/ireland/semeter-in-limerick-university-of-limerick/ 

  •  $14,990/semester
  •  Course offerings include: Languages, History, Economics, Chemical Sciences, Computer Engineering, Biology, Education, Architecture, Math

IES Abroad Dublin Center (IES Abroad), https://www.iesabroad.org/programs/dublin-irish-studies

  • $16,500/ semester
  • Course offerings include Irish Studies, including literature, creative writing, cultural studies. Internship/ service learning opportunities available.

University College Cork (USAC), https://usac.edu/study-abroad-programs/ireland/cork/-fees-and-deadlines/2019/spring

  • $14,493/semester
  • Course offerings include: Medicine and Health, Business and Law, Engineering, Food Sciences, Arts, Celtic Studies, Social Science

Griffith College, Dublin (Athena Abroad and CAPA), http://www.athenaabroad.com/programs/study-abroad/ireland-dublin/#dates-prices and (CAPA) https://www.capa.org/dublin-ireland/dublin-fall/global-cities-fall

  • $13,390/ semester (Athena); $16,495 (CAPA)
  • Courses offerings include Business, Humanities, STEM, Arts and Social Science. Internships available with CAPA program.

National University of Ireland, Galway (CEA), https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/program/program-details/NUI-Galway-Full-Curriculum-99/Spring-2019-Spring-Semester-827

  • $16,495/ semester
  • Course offerings include: Humanities, Commerce, Irish Studies and Sciences

Dublin City University, Dublin (ISA), https://studiesabroad.com/programs/country/ireland/city/dublin/duration/255

  • $16,995/ semester
  • Course offerings include: Business, Education, Liberal Arts, STEM

Maynooth University, Dublin (API),  https://apiabroad.com/program-finder/detail-program/?72

  • $16,480/ semester
  • Course offerings include: Arts, Music, Social & Natural Science

Ulster University, Ulster (IFSA-Butler), https://www.ifsa-butler.org/programs/?fwp_program_country=ireland

  • $18,775/ semester
  • Course offerings include: Irish Studies, Peace & Conflict Studies, Art, Social Work, Environmentalism, Music and Political Science
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Summer 2019

National University of Ireland, Galway, www.nuigalway.ie/international-summer-school/courses/

  • Irish Language
    • 4 weeks, € 2,490-2,910
  • Ecology: Living Landscapes in the West of Ireland
    • 2-4 weeks, € 1,950-2,175/ module
  • Irish Studies
    • 4 weeks, €3,000-3,450

Global Cities Summer, Dublin (CAPA), https://www.capa.org/dublin-ireland/dublin-summer/global-cities-summer

  • 8 weeks, $7,995

University of Limerick Summer Schools, Limerick, https://www.ul.ie/international/summer-schools

  • 3 weeks, €2,950
  • Course offerings include Irish Studies, Education, Health, Business

Nursing and Pre-Health Summer, Ulster (IFSA-Butler), https://www.ifsa-butler.org/program/summer-nursing-and-pre-health-university-of-ulster-coleraine/

  • 6 weeks, $5,975

Dublin Internship Program (Arcadia), https://studyabroad.arcadia.edu/find-a-program/programs-by-country/ireland/dublin-internship-program-summer/

  • 8 weeks, $5,950

University College Cork, Cork, https://www.ucc.ie/en/iss/

  • 4 weeks, €2,300
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Check website links for up to date information.  All program costs are are subject to change.  Visit xe.com for up to date currency conversions.

For more study abroad options, use the search engines at iiepassport.org, studyabroad.com, gooverseas.com or goabroad.com.

One time $1200 study abroad voucher can be used toward any credit bearing program by Chatham undergraduate students.

Contact internationalaffairs@chatham.edu with any questions.

 

 

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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.

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Fulbright US Student Program 2019-2020

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The Fulbright 2019-20 US student program is open! Please see https://us.fulbrightonline.org/applicants/getting-started

Through this program, recent graduates can research, study or teach abroad.  There are over 2,200 awards available for 2019-20, an increased number of English Teaching Assistant (ETA) placements and an increase in Master’s degree program placements.

If you have graduated (undergraduate or graduate study), or will graduate by spring 2019, you can apply. To help you get started, please review the archived information sessions available at  https://us.fulbrightonline.org/applicants/information-sessions

Chatham’s on campus Fulbright application deadline is September 10, 2018.  Please see the below timeline and checklist for further information.

April 2018:

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

April-May 2018:

  • 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 2018

  • 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, 2018, Deadline to share revised draft statements with FPAs /Fellowship committee for feedback before campus deadline

September 10, 2018, Campus Deadline.  You must submit final drafts of your statements at this time and list your recommenders, language, etc.

September 17-21, 2018 On campus interviews with Fellowship committee. (exact days/times TBD). Campus committee evaluation completed.  (FPAs upload form to Embark system).

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

October 9, 2018, 5 pm EST.  Online application system closes at 5:00 P.M. EST.

Late January 2019. Finalists announced.

March-May 2019. Fulbright winners announced by country.

If you are interested in applying for a Fulbright grant, and for support in the application process, please get in touch with Karin Chipman, kchipman@chatham.edu or Chris Musick, cmusick@chatham.edu.

Chatham University

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