Finances

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Want to study abroad but worried about finances? All aid can be applied to study abroad programs and their associated costs--including airfare and other expenses. To learn more about how financial aid can help students study abroad, visit the Financial Aid website. Students can supplement the study abroad cost sheet they turn into Financial Aid by completing the budget sheet for the appropriate program type here. Additionally, information on using payments from 529 plans is here.

Lindsey Sobeck, Associate Director of University Financial Aid, works directly with students who wish to use their financial aid to study abroad. Please reference the information above and if you have additional questions, contact the Office of University Financial Aid directly.

By Program Type & Term

Financing a study abroad experience differs by program type and term. We offer academic-year and semester, summer, short-term faculty-led, independent academic travel, and internship, service-learning and research abroad programs.

Scholarship Information

A multitude of scholarships are available to study abroad students. These include CWRU-specific scholarships, scholarships for LGBTQ+ and students of color, first-generation students, and program- and region-specific scholarships. Be sure to plan early and apply before the scholarship deadlines!