Developing and discovering joy abroad.

International education expands our minds to see the world from a new lens, challenges us to reimagine our lives and experiences, and allows us to celebrate and embrace different cultures. This enthralling experience forever changes us and puts us on a trajectory for continued learning and cross-cultural connection.

We recognize the transformative benefits of international education and aim to widen access to it across the African American community.

There is a large gap between races traveling abroad and having international experiences. During the 2018-2019 academic year, Black students studied abroad at their highest rate to date at 6.4%. However, White students make up 68.7% of study abroad students. These experiences are critical to a community that is disenfranchised due to systemic racism in the United States.

We aim to bridge the gap and create a pathway of self-discovery, cross-cultural connection, and impactful change through providing financial assistance for international education to African American students.

The target audience for the scholarship program is African American college students that are motivated to further their education through study abroad opportunities. We are seeking students with: open minds, volunteer experience, interest in community engagement, growth–mindsets, and strong goals.

Applications are open to students on a rolling basis. Applications are completed on a form.

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To apply for a scholarship, you must be a US-based African American student. You must be accepted or planning to go on a short or long term study abroad program.