Are you thinking about studying abroad in summer 2017, fall 2017, or academic year 2017-18? Are you a US Citizen receiving a Pell Grant (a federal need-based educational grant)?Learn about the GILMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP, which provides up to $5,000 for study abroad students with financial need who receive Pell Grants. In the last year and a half, nearly 50% of University of Maryland students that applied won Gilman Scholarships! We highly encourage you to start early, so you can submit a strong application!
Two information sessions added: Please RSVP to gilman@umd.edu and indicate which session you plan to attend. If you cannot attend either of these, please email us at the same address.
- Monday, February 13 10:30 – 11:00 am 1201 Marie Mount Hall
- Tuesday, February 14, 11:00 – 11:30 am 1201 Marie Mount Hall
Eligibility Requirements:
- US Citizens
- Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
- All Majors
- Must be studying abroad for at least 4 weeks
- Must have FAFSA demonstrated financial need and be receiving a Pell Grant
Application Deadline:
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
The Gilman International Scholarship Program offers 1,700 scholarships of up to $5,000 to students of limited financial means to pursue academic studies world-wide. Such international study is intended to better prepare U.S. students to assume significant roles in an increasingly
global economy and interdependent world. Programs must be at least 4 weeks in length.
Questions:
Please contact the National Scholarships Office at: gilman@umd.edu
