Named Scholarships

Scholarship funds, provided by generous Friends of the University, are available to support Syracuse University undergraduate students participating in a study abroad semester program. These awards will be included in the student’s overall financial aid package and disbursed into the student’s Bursar’s account.

Application Dates

Fall Semester:

  • Opens: April 1
  • Deadline: May 1

Spring Semester:

  • Opens: October 1
  • Deadline: November 1

All applications close at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Instructions to apply

  1. Eligibility: All undergraduate accepted students can apply when the Named Scholarship Application opens.
  2. Reference Dates: Review the dates applicable to the semester applying for – Application Opening and Deadline dates.
  3. Log In: Access your OrangeAbroad Portal
  4. Navigate: Locate the Named Scholarship and Travel Grants Application.
  5. Complete the Application:
    • Using the essay questions provided, submit one essay to apply for up to four (4) scholarships. 
      • Select up to 4 scholarships of your choice.
      • Write one essay as part of the application (questions below).
  6. Submit: Click the Submit button once you have completed the application.

ESSAY QUESTIONS:

  • State your academic, personal and career goals.
  • How will your study overseas prepare you to reach those goals? 

Essay Length: 500 words or less.

Please review the qualifications of each scholarship and list your preferences on your application.

All applicants will receive notification regarding the results of their application once selections have been made.

Award recipients will have awards included in their overall financial aid package.

Available Named Scholarships and Travel Grants

Please ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for each scholarship selected.

The list below will be updated twice a year in April and October based on the availability of funds.

  • The Muriel S. Alper Memorial Award: This endowment provides scholarships based on financial need and academic excellence to Syracuse University undergraduates enrolled in a study abroad program in Europe.
  • The James Capolongo Engineering Scholarship: Awarded to a student enrolled in a program of engineering/computer science. Note: All ECS students are welcome to apply; preference is given to London students.
  • Margaret A. Charters Education Abroad Scholarship: Awarded to an undergraduate student enrolled in the School of Education. All SoE students can apply, but preference is given to a minority student enrolled in Inclusive, Early Childhood or English Education program, or an outstanding student in K-12 Literacy (Fall Only).
  • Chiu Endowed Scholarship: Awarded to students studying on a World Partner Program in China. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of combined academic achievement and financial need. All students can apply, but preference is given to students enrolled in the school of Arts and Sciences.
  • Esposito International Business Scholarship Fund: Awarded to an undergraduate student in good academic standing. All students can apply, but preference is given to students enrolled in the Martin J. Whitman School of Management.
  • Kristina Hahn Scholarship for Syracuse Abroad: Awarded on the basis of financial need. All students can apply, but preference is given to a student enrolled in the S.I. Newhouse School.
  • The JoAnn Heffernan Heisen Scholarship: Awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The award is restricted to SU students who come from single parent households. Students applying for this award will need to sign a release and upload it to their MySlice account. An additional email will be sent to students from Syracuse Abroad with the relevant form and instructions after the application deadline has passed. (Fall Only).
  • The Christopher and Jennifer Jones Memorial Scholarship: Award is given to a student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Designed to enhance the study abroad experience, the award may be applied to course fees or other billed expenses.
  • The Alvin S. Meltzer Endowed Scholarship Fund: Awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. All students can apply, but preference is given to a student enrolled in a program of study related to marine ecology or Mediterranean culture.
  • Arthur T. and Jane M. Murphy Endowed Engineering Scholarship Fund: This endowment provides scholarship and financial assistance to undergraduate students enrolled in a program of study abroad, with preference to students enrolled in the College of Engineering and Computer Science
  • Arthur T. and Jane M. Murphy Endowed Visual and Performing Arts Scholarship Fund: Awarded to an undergraduate student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. All students can apply, but preference is given to a student enrolled in VPA.
  • Morris Gold Abroad Endowed Scholarship Fund: Awarded on the basis of academic merit and financial need. All students can apply, but preference is given to a student studying in Florence. (Fall Only)
  • Niemczycki Endowed Scholarship Fund: Award is given to a student on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Award is restricted to a junior or senior student studying English in The College of Arts and Sciences. Preference given to students studying in London.
  • The Anthony Yeh Beijing Scholarship: Awarded to students studying on a World Partner Program in the China region. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of combined academic achievement and financial need.
  • The Anthony Yeh Hong Kong Scholarship: Awarded to students studying on a World Partner Program in the China region.  The scholarship is awarded on the basis of combined academic achievement and financial need.
  • Travel Grants: Friends of the University have made generous contributions providing access to the University’s SU Abroad Program for financially needy students who may not otherwise be able to afford to participate.