Grants & Aid

SU Abroad is committed to making study abroad a reality for students from a variety of backgrounds. We offer a number of need- and merit-based grants and scholarships, as well as special incentives, for students participating in SU Abroad programs.

FOR ALL UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS:

Non-SU students who are billed by their home college or university may not be eligible for some or all SU Abroad grants and aid. Please check with your study abroad office for more information.

Merit-Based Scholarships
Provides up to $1,200 for all students with a GPA of 3.7 or above and is awarded by SU Abroad. The awards are automatic so no application is needed. Award schedule:
- 3.7-3.79: $400
- 3.8-3.89: $800
- 3.9-4.00: $1200
Need-Based Study Abroad Grants (SAGs)
Study Abroad Grants are need-based awards provided by SU Abroad. The determination of need is based on the current online FAFSA—no application is needed. Please select “Syracuse University” on your online FAFSA filing to ensure that SU may access your data for need review and award determination.
Location Grants
Beijing or Santiago center-based programs only.
Beijing: Based on need and supersedes SAG (available fall and spring).
Santiago: Based on need and supersedes SAG (available fall only).
Consecutive Term Grants (Stay & Save)
Center-based programs only.
Students may be eligible for Stay & Save grants when extending their SU Abroad experience. This includes the extension of a spring semester into a summer program; a summer program into a fall semester program; or a fall semester program into a full-year program. Click here for more information.

FOR SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ONLY:

SU undergraduate students continue receiving their existing federal financial aid and any grants or scholarships awarded by SU. The following opportunities are also available:

Fall-Only Semester Promotions
- Up to 10% above existing SU aid.
- Spring housing discount: SU students who enroll in a fall semester SU Abroad program will receive a $1,000 discount on their on-campus housing bill for the following spring semester. Credit is awarded on your bursar’s account in the spring semester
Named Scholarships
Various Named Scholarships for specific countries or majors are available. Click here for a complete listing and a Named Scholarship application.
- Items 1 + 2 + 4* + 5 + 6
- Items 1 + 3 + 4* + 5 + 6
*Consecutive term grants do not apply until the second term.

SU Graduate students:

Financial Aid for graduate students is determined by the student's home school. Please speak with your home school or college for more information.

FOR NON-SU STUDENTS ONLY:

Non-SU students who participate in SU Abroad programs should verify with their home school the continuation of existing financial aid. SU’s bursar requires written confirmation of funds that will be sent on behalf of visiting students; a financial aid transfer form must be completed by your home school.

Tuition Differential Grants
Tuition differential grants are awarded to students whose home college tuition is substantially lower than SU's. These grants are awarded to students at colleges and universities that have an existing affiliation agreement with SU Abroad (click here for the current list of affiliated schools). Students enrolled in affiliated schools should consult with their study abroad office for more details.
- Items 1 + 2 + 4* + 7 (if affiliated)
- Items 1 + 3 + 4* + 7 (if affiliated)
*Consecutive term grants do not apply until the second term.

FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS STUDENTS:

Consecutive Term Grants (Stay & Save)
A $500 discount is offered to students who stay abroad for a summer program after the spring semester or for the fall semester after a summer program. Click here for more information.
Need-Based and Travel Grants
Need-based and travel grants are available. Click here for specific information on aid for summer programs.

OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIPS:

Numerous organizations provide grants and scholarships for students wishing to study abroad. Click here for a list of these opportunities.