The scholarships below are focused on students participating in education abroad programs and/or credit-bearing internships. Most scholarships require that applicants have a major in the College of Arts & Letters.
CAL Education Abroad Scholarship
The CAL Education Abroad Scholarship is a fund dedicated to students participating in an education abroad program (including international internship programs). Applicants must be full-time undergraduate, degree-seeking students with a major in the College of Arts & Letters and a GPA of 2.0 or above at the time of application. Applicants must also be participating in an MSU-approved, credit-bearing program. Students who meet the eligibility requirements and submit materials by the deadline are guaranteed to receive a scholarship. Award amounts are based on level of financial need via FAFSA, however students with “no need” or no FAFSA on file are still guaranteed to receive some scholarship funds. Award amounts typically range from $500-$1,500 depending primarily on level of financial need.
These awards are eligible for summer, fall, spring academic year programs. Application deadlines: October 1 for spring programs, December 1 for spring break programs, March 15 for summer, fall, and academic year programs. Students who are participating in a summer program and apply before February 15 will receive confirmation of their award prior to March 1. Applicants who apply after February 15 will have to wait until after the March 15 deadline for confirmation of their award.
CAL Independent Internship Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for students with College of Arts & Letters majors who are completing an independent non-credit or credit-bearing internship, and those who are receiving low to no compensation. This includes the summer NYC study away internship program. Preference is given to unpaid applicants. Internships may be hybrid or in-person, but are NOT intended for students completing remote-only internships or internships where MSU is the employer. Internships must be located in the US. Applicants must have a 2.0 GPA or above at the time of application.
Preference is given to CAL majors who are graduating one or more semesters prior to application. Financial need is considered when awarding scholarships. Applicants must be in good-standing (not on academic probation) to be considered. This scholarship is offered three times a year and first time applicants will be prioritized. Application deadline for fall internships is October 15.
Students completing remote-only internships and seeking information regarding scholarship awards, may contact harri486@msu.edu.
CAL Endowed Education Abroad Scholarships
To apply to any of the following CAL endowed scholarships for education abroad (including international internship programs), please see the link at the bottom of this list. You can apply for any of the CAL endowed scholarships using the same link. These awards are only eligible for summer, fall, and academic year programs. There is a common application (bottom of section) for all awards below, and all application deadlines are March 15.
Arts & Letters Endowed Scholarship Fund for Study Abroad
Applicants must be in their junior year when applying and be a primary major in the College of Arts & Letters. Applicants must write a statement of purpose that will focus on the integration of their international education and their personal career objectives. The amount of the award depends on available funds and will be credited during the tuition payment process. This award is eligible for summer, fall, and academic year programs only.
John W. Eadie Scholarship in Arts & Letters for International Education
Applicants must be a primary major in Arts & Letters, be junior standing (56-87 earned credits), have a minimum GPA of 2.5, and reach senior standing by the following summer or fall semester. The amount of the award depends on available funds. The award will be credited during the summer or fall tuition payment process. This award is eligible for summer, fall, and academic year programs only.
William J. Lowe Endowed Scholarship for Undergraduate Study in Ireland
Applicants must be a primary major in Arts & Letters, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, have a sophomore or above class standing (minimum 28 credits), and planning to study abroad in Ireland for the upcoming spring, summer, or fall semesters. The amount of the award depends on available funds. The award will be credited during the tuition payment process. This award is eligible for summer, fall, and academic year programs only.
Margie L. Rodgers Gillette Endowed Scholarship for Study Abroad
This scholarship is intended to benefit students pursuing a degree in the College of Arts & Letters who choose to participate in a study abroad program within the College. This scholarship is intended for students with financial need. Preference shall be given to students in their junior/senior year who are majoring in a foreign language with a minimum GPA of 3.0. This award is eligible for summer programs only.
Ryder Scholarship
All MSU students who are planning to study abroad are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Past recipients have had a GPA of 3.5 or above. The amount of the award depends on available funds. The award will be credited during the tuition payment process. This award is eligible for summer, fall, and academic year programs only.
Robert and Catherine Workman Endowed Scholarship for Study Abroad in Arts & Letters
This scholarship is intended to benefit students pursuing a degree in the College of Arts & Letters who choose to participate in a study abroad program within the College. Applicants must be full-time students in good standing with a declared major in the College of Arts and Letters and a GPA of 3.0 or above. Applicants must also have applied to a CAL study abroad program. This award is eligible for summer programs only. The application deadline is March 1.
For all CAL Endowed Scholarships, please apply below.
MSU-wide & Major-specific Scholarships
MSU Office for Education Abroad Scholarships
MSU’s Office for Education Abroad administers various MSU-wide study abroad scholarships. Click here for more info or to apply.
MSU Passport Scholarship
In support of a student’s education abroad journey, the Office for Education Abroad offers an MSU Passport Scholarship available to MSU students to obtain their first passport. Click here for more info or to apply.
MSU International Studies & Programs Scholarships
MSU’s International Studies & Programs office offers scholarships based on location and other criteria. Click here for more info or to apply.
MSU Serling Institute for Jewish Studies and Modern Israel Scholarships
MSU’s Serling Institute for Jewish Studies and Modern Israel administers various study abroad scholarships for students participating in select programs in Israel. Click here for more info or to apply.
Global Studies in Arts & Humanities (GSAH) Scholarship
The GSAH Program is offering Scholarships to students with majors, double majors, and minors in Global Studies in the Arts and Humanities. Click here for more info or to apply.
National Scholarships
Outside of MSU, there are a variety of national awards available for education abroad. Award amounts and criteria vary, including some awards dedicated to study in a particular region or country. These scholarships will have applications and deadlines separate from MSU. Visit the MSU Office for Education Abroad’s national scholarships page for more info.the