Are study abroad scholarships available to UB students?
Absolutely! In the past two years, 10 study abroad scholarships have been developed for UB students. Private donors have graciously provided funding to encourage UB students to study abroad. Some scholarships are open to all UB students, while others are designed to support those in specific majors or heading to certain geographic regions. The increase in campus funding for study abroad, combined with the fact that students can continue to receive financial aid while studying abroad, has made participation feasible for a growing number of students each year. Moreover, there are many new scholarship programs specifically for study abroad offered by the U.S. government, as well as the governments of some of the leading destination countries. Our office provides assistance to students in researching funding opportunities to support their study abroad experiences. How are UB faculty members involved in study abroad programs? Faculty involvement is vital to the success of study abroad progr
