Study Abroad Scholarship
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$1,000
The Study Abroad Scholarship from Honor Society® supports students pursuing a study abroad program that connects with their education, personal development, and future goals.
Study Abroad Scholarship requirements
Explain what you want to learn and why this program matters. A clear plan helps connect your international experience with the goals you are working toward.
Who can apply?
- Open to all applicants who meet the published requirements.
- Describe a planned study abroad program, including its dates.
- Enrollment in the described program must be confirmed before scholarship funds are released.
- Applicants should be comfortable providing a video and/or written testimonial about their program and the scholarship.
Your application checklist
- Your program plan. Describe the planned study abroad program, include its dates, and explain why you chose it.
- A response of up to 500 words. Explain the relevance of the program to your major, life, or goals.
- Current transcript. An unofficial transcript is accepted when applying. The selected recipient must provide an official transcript before scholarship disbursement.
The application also asks for your current GPA, school, email, and phone number. Keep your program information consistent across your responses.
Connect the destination to your goals
Describe the courses, experiences, or skills you hope to gain. Explain why this particular program fits your plans, and check that your program dates are accurate. Keep enrollment documentation available for the award review.
How to apply
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Sign in before you start
Open the Study Abroad application and sign in or register before entering answers. Signing in after completing the form can cause your answers to be lost.
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Prepare your materials
Prepare your program description and dates, your response of up to 500 words, and your current GPA and transcript. Keep a separate copy of your work.
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Review & submit
Check your responses, contact details, and attachments. Submit through the application form by the displayed deadline and keep a copy of your materials.
Selection & announcement timeline
Rolling monthly deadlines on the 28th. Prepare early so you can submit a complete, thoughtful application.
How applications are evaluated
Applications are scored with a rubric based on program relevance and academic achievement. If applicants are tied, the winner is selected at random from the tied applicants. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee selection.
When recipients hear back
- Within 3 weeks of selection: selected recipients can first expect to hear from Honor Society.
- Within 6 weeks: recipients are publicly announced on the website, in the monthly newsletter, and through social media.
- Up to 3 months after submission: your application remains under consideration. You may submit an updated application after 3 or more months.
Award details and selection timelines are subject to change. Review the full scholarship terms ↓
Meet Honor Society scholarship recipients
Read published stories from Study Abroad Scholarship recipients. Their experiences show how international study can connect with language, business, and community engagement. Schools, interests, and goals reflect the published stories.
Study Abroad Scholarship
Elijah Peters
Arizona State University
Elijah connected a study program in Berlin with his interests in German language, history, and a future in teaching.
Read Elijah’s recipient story →Study Abroad Scholarship
Jacob Brackmann
University of Alabama
Jacob explained how studying in Rome could deepen his understanding of business, finance, and different economic systems.
Read Jacob’s recipient story →Study Abroad Scholarship
Charlen Nyangaresi
University of Minnesota
Charlen reflected on studying social justice in South Africa and participating in a service-learning project with township youth.
Read Charlen’s recipient story →
Browse the recipient & finalist directory → More recipient stories & videos →
Our broader commitment
$1M+
Donated to nonprofits & other honor societies.
Honor Society® has donated more than $1 million to nonprofit organizations and other honor societies—supporting opportunity beyond our own membership.
This organizational giving total is separate from the individual student scholarship award described on this page.
Read Honor Society’s giving statement →Organizational giving total reported by Honor Society®.
Study Abroad Scholarship FAQs
How much is the Study Abroad Scholarship?
Honor Society® offers this $1,000 scholarship. The award is administered independently by Honor Society and its designated scholarship review committee.
When is the next application deadline?
The next displayed deadline is . This scholarship has rolling monthly deadlines on the 28th. Applications may remain under consideration for up to 3 months after submission.
Do I need confirmed enrollment when I apply?
You must describe your planned program and dates when applying. Confirmation of enrollment in that program is required before scholarship funds are released.
What should the 500-word response explain?
Explain how the study abroad program relates to your major, life, or goals. Connect the learning opportunities to what you hope to achieve.
Can I apply with an unofficial transcript?
Yes. The application accepts an unofficial transcript. The selected recipient must provide an official transcript before scholarship disbursement.
Which dates should I include?
Include the dates of the study abroad program you describe. If your plans change after applying, contact the Honor Society Help Center for guidance about your application.
Do I need to pay or be a member to apply?
No. Applicants do not need to be Honor Society members, and no purchase or membership payment is required to apply or win. The application asks you to sign in or register before entering answers; registration is free.
Scholarship terms & participation disclosures
General Disclaimer:
Honor Society® scholarships are privately funded awards designed to recognize and support students and professionals who exemplify excellence, leadership, and community commitment. Each Honor Society® scholarship is administered independently by Honor Society® and its designated scholarship review committee.
No Purchase Necessary / Open Access:
Application for Honor Society® scholarships is open to all eligible individuals. No purchase or membership payment is required to apply or win. Applicants do not need to be members of Honor Society® to be considered. Void where prohibited by law. Participation constitutes the applicant’s full and unconditional agreement to these terms and to Honor Society®’s decisions, which are final and binding in all matters related to the award.
Eligibility Compliance:
Applicants must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Honor Society® reserves the right to verify eligibility and to disqualify any applicant who provides false, incomplete, or misleading information. Scholarships are not open to residents of jurisdictions where such programs are restricted or prohibited by law.
Selection Process:
Scholarship recipients are selected based on the specific criteria outlined for each award. Applications are reviewed and scored by the scholarship committee, whose decisions are final. Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.
Award Terms:
Scholarship amounts, deadlines, criteria, and selection timelines are subject to change without prior notice. Awards are non-transferable, have no cash equivalent, and may not be substituted except at the sole discretion of Honor Society®. Honor Society® reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel scholarship programs at any time.
Announcement & Use of Recipient Information:
By accepting an award, recipients consent to Honor Society® publicly announcing their names, schools, likenesses, and general award information for transparency and promotional purposes. Personal data collected during the application process will be used solely for administering the scholarship and in accordance with Honor Society®’s Privacy Policy.
Odds of Selection:
Odds of winning depend on the total number of eligible applications received and the comparative strength of the applications. No minimum or maximum number of awards is guaranteed.
Independent Administration:
Honor Society® is an independent, privately operated organization and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any college, university, or government entity. Institutional acknowledgment or credit of Honor Society® scholarships is at the discretion of each educational institution.
No Guarantee of Outcome / Limitation of Liability:
Applying for an Honor Society® scholarship does not guarantee selection or award. Individual results may vary. Honor Society® and its affiliates are not responsible for late, lost, misdirected, incomplete, or technical submission errors, or for any circumstances beyond their reasonable control. By applying, participants agree to release and hold harmless Honor Society®, its officers, directors, employees, representatives, and partners from any claim, loss, or damage arising out of participation in or acceptance of any award.
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Scholarship articles & recipient videos
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Study Abroad Scholarship
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