Financial Aid Information and Links
Amizade Global Service-Learning Programs are a very accessible,
affordable option in study abroad.
Tuition covers many expenses
With Amizade Programs, room
and board, cultural excursions and onsite transportation expenses
are covered by the program tuition fee. For many students the
program tuition is comparable to taking six credits on campus!
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Raise money for your global service and learning!
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Amizade scholarships
Amizade offers tuition scholarships to qualified students based on financial need. In 2007, it is anticipated that 1 in 3 qualifying students will receive a scholarship of at least $250 toward their program fees.
Amizade Scholarship Application (pdf)
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University
scholarships
Many colleges and universities offer scholarships for study
abroad. A scholarship of $250 - $1000 will go a long way for
a global service-learning program! Check with your study abroad
office at your home institution to explore your options. Local
organizations, agencies, and companies in your community may
have scholarships as well.
West
Virginia University Students - There are
ongoing scholarship and financial aid options for the 2007 Global Service-Learning
Programs. Learn
More >> (pdf)
University of Pittsburgh Oakland Students – Visit
the Study Abroad Office located
at 802 WPU to explore your scholarship and financial aid options.
University of Pittsburgh Johnstown Students – Contact
the Director of International Studies at 104B Krebs Hall, (814)
269-2977, heinisch@pitt.edu to
explore your scholarship and financial aid options.
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Student Loans
Explore your financial aid options in terms of deferred loans from local banks, grants, and federal financial aid. Your Study Abroad Office and/or Financial Aid Office at your home institution can further discuss these options with you.
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Summer work
Since most courses include 3-4 weeks on location,
you will have time in the country to get a flavor for the culture
but also have the rest of your summer to work or pursue other
opportunities. Many programs run at the beginning or end of
the summer, so you can still have an uninterrupted internship
or summer job, for example.
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General Financial Aid Links
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