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Linda E. Marx
(Coordinator, OIP)

Ph:(330)972-7460
Fx:(330)972-8604
Lmarx@uakron.edu

Welcome to The University of Akron's
Education Abroad Program!

Important Information


Student Information
Education Abroad


Special Events

Appointment:
Meet with a Education Abroad Advisor for a personal planning session. Complete an "Intake Form" when you first arrive describing the best program for you. Come with specific questions. Appointments are held in Polsky 483. Note: You may want to attend an "Open Chat" session before you make an appointment with an advisor in order to help you have the information that you need to be prepared for this meeting. Call 330-972-6349 for an appointment.

Around-the-World Party:
Enjoy this fun event each year. Cultural demonstrations, international music, information about international on-campus organizations, and refreshments are all a part of this celebration of cultural diversity. Gather at the stated venue on campus.

Fair:
An annual event held in October in the New Student Union. Representatives from international programs on and off-campus are present at fair booths to discuss the benefits and opportunities of studying or working abroad on their programs. Free marketing-type items such as pens and key chains are often provided.

Forum:
A chance for an intercultural learning experience. Student sojourners from UA who have been abroad, as well as exchange students studying at UA, discuss their own experiences and describe their host/home institutions. Gather at the stated venue on campus. Refreshments are provided.

Get-Acquainted Coffee:
An opportunity to drop by and meet the staff of International Programs. Pick up general information about the Education Abroad Program. Gather at the stated venue on campus. Coffee and doughnuts are provided.

Open Chat:
An informal chance to talk with a Education Abroad Advisor. Come with friends! Gain important information, have your questions answered, and join in relaxed conversation. No appointment is necessary. Meet in Polsky 483.

Study Abroad 101:
Learn how to select an education abroad program that is right for you and identify resources to make it happen! Presentation sponsored by the "First Year Experience", University College Dean's Office. Times and locations vary.


ISIC-ITIC

Click here to download cover sheet for International Student and Teacher Identity Cards. For more information click on below link.
Travel identity card information for students and teachers: www.myisic.com


Scholarship
Website
Alexander von Humboldt Foundation- German Chancellor Scholarships Visit website
Association of Teachers of Japanese Bridging Scholarships for study in Japan Visit website
Critical Language Scholarships for Intensive Summer Institutes Visit website
Freeman ASIA Scholarship Visit website
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Visit website
German Academic Exchange Service Grant (DAAD) Visit website
Gilman (Benjamin A.) International Scholarship Program Visit website
Humphrey (Hubert H.) Fellowship Program Visit website
Malberg Scholarship for Study in Sweden Visit website
Marshall Scholarships - United Kingdom Visit website
Mitchell (George J.) Scholarship - Ireland Visit website
National Geographic Emerging Explorers Visit website
National Science Foundation Visit website
National Security Education Program (NSEP) - Boren (David L.) Undergraduate Scholarships Visit website
Ohio International Consortium Donald N.Nelson Scholarship for Study Abroad Visit website
Rhodes(Cecil) Scholarship Trust - Oxford, United Kingdom Visit website
Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarships Visit website
Truman (Harry S.) Scholarship Foundation Visit website
United Negro College Fund Special Programs Corporation Visit website
Wilson (Woodrow) National Fellowship Foundation Visit website



Scholarship Application Forms
Application Name Link  
Butler University Scholarship Application Form  
Cultural Experiences Abroad (CEA) Scholarship Application Form  
International College Ambassador Scholarship Application Form  
Incentive Grant for Study Abroad Application Form  
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