Education Abroad

Direct Exchange Scholarship

Annie P. Norton Scholarship

Established at UMaine in 2009 to honor Annie Norton for her dedication to family, teaching and education abroad. She was born in Antwerp, Belgium, graduated from UMaine and was a teacher of French and Spanish for more than 25 years in Bucksport High School and Hampden Academy. She believed that immersion in other cultures was critical to understanding ourselves and others. Intended for undergraduate students who are completing an education abroad in countries where English is not the official language. Award amount of $1200. The application deadline is ONCE a year on February 20 for summer, fall, spring, and academic year programs abroad.

Annie P. Norton Application

Doris Berry Norton Travel Scholarship

Established at the University of Maine in 1996 to support undergraduate students studying abroad. Intended for students who are completing an education abroad in countries where English is not the official language. Award amount of $1,200. The Doris Berry Norton Scholarship will be offered ONCE a year, with an application deadline of October 15th for spring programs.

Doris Berry Norton Application

Global Perspective for Humanities Fund

The fund was established at the University of Maine Foundation in 2018. It’s meant to benefit the University of Maine, Orono, Maine with a gift from Tracey Graffam-Dickson ’93 a member of the Friends of the New England Universities of Salzburg – an Education Abroad Program established in 1979 at UMaine by Dr. Josef Roggenbauer, Professor Emeritus of German, Department of Modern Languages and Classics.  Tracey found the Salzburg experience to be life changing. In creating this fund, she wanted to highlight the importance of modern language, cultural exploration and the global exchange of ideas, innovation and experiences. Award amount of $1500 for the Spring or Summer semesters. The application deadline will be announced each semester on the page linked below.

Global Perspectives Link

Paula E. Peer Scholarship

The Paula E. Peer Scholarship Fund was established at the University of Maine Foundation in 1998 for the benefit of the University of Maine with a gift from Paula Peer’s daughter, Annie Peer Norton ’58, and her son-in-law, Stephen A. Norton, in honor of Paula’s accomplishments as an artist, linguist, world citizen and mother. This scholarship will be awarded to a Sophomore or Junior majoring or minoring in art, who will be completing an education abroad in a country where English is not the first language, for one or more semesters, to study any aspect of art. If no students meet the above criteria, a Sophomore or Junior majoring or minoring in music who intends to study music may be considered. 

Paula E. Peer Application

Samantha Smith Scholarship

This scholarship is intended to support a UMaine student who will study or intern in Russia or in any of the former Soviet states. Samantha Smith was a Maine schoolgirl who visited the Soviet Union in 1982 to lobby Soviet President Yuri Andropov for peace between our nations.  Students must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be considered and must select an academic program approved by the University of Maine. The application deadlines are  February 20 for the summer, fall semester and academic year programs, and October 15 for the spring semester programs.

Samantha Smith Application

George J. Mitchell Peace Scholarship

The George J. Mitchell Peace Scholarship is a highly competitive and prestigious award. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, room, board, and travel expenses for one semester or academic year at the University College Cork in Ireland which offers strong programs in the humanities and sciences.  Applicants must be undergraduate students, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, be a Maine resident paying in-state tuition, and have the skills and commitment needed for community service. The application deadline is in early March each year.

UMaine George J. Mitchell Page

Stanhope Study Abroad Fellowship (Specifically for Honors College)

Awarded to students in the UMaine Honors College who will complete an education abroad program for at least a semester. Preference shall be given to students who graduated from a Maine high school. The application deadline is in late April each year.

Stanhope Application

UMaine/Seamester Scholarship (Not Currently Available)

UMaine students applying to Sea/Mester programs may apply for a UMaine/SeaMester scholarship. Award amounts range from $250 -$ 1,000. The application deadlines are  February 20 for the summer, fall and academic year programs, and October 15 for the spring semester programs abroad.

UMaine/SIT Scholarship (Not Currently Available)

UMaine Resident (in-state) students applying to SIT programs may apply for a UMaine/SIT scholarship. Award amounts are up to $5,000 for semester programs and $2,000 for summer programs. The application deadlines are  February 20 for the summer, fall and academic year programs, and October 15 for the spring semester programs abroad. Since SIT is an accredited institution, you should put their school code on your FAFSA form: 008860. 

UMaine/USAC Scholarship

UMaine also has a new Office of Major Scholarships. You can browse scholarships available and get application support, such as essay writing tips! 

Canada

Killam Fellowship Program

Undergraduate scholarships for direct exchange and direct enroll programs at Canadian universities, awarding $5,000 per semester with a $500 (Canadian dollars) allowance to offset the cost of health insurance. Open to undergraduate students applying to a direct exchange program or open competition category at participating institutions in Canada. All materials must be submitted to Ali Friend in the Canadian-American Center at UMaine by January 10. Make an appointment with Ali at ali.friend@maine.edu.

Killam Canadian Fund

Awarding $500 scholarships to undergraduates to study in Canada for one or two semesters, or summer. For more information contact Ali Friend in the Canadian-American Center at ali.friend@maine.edu.

Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) 

Germany

Baden-Wurttemberg Scholarships

500 to 800 Euros monthly stipend.  Qualified students who are interested in completing an education abroad at Aalen University through UMaine’s direct exchange program can apply for the Baden-Wurttemberg Scholarship. This exchange is primarily for business and engineering students.  The  application deadline is March 1 each year. Aalen University Exchange Scholarship Applications 2021-2022 (PDF).

German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholarships 

The goal of this program is to support an education abroad in Germany and at German Universities. Funding is available for education abroad, language studies, senior thesis research and/or internships in Germany.

Israel

American Jewish League for Israel Scholarship

Every year AJLI chooses 5 to 6 scholars based on candidates’ scholarship application and materials. These AJLI scholars receive a partial tuition grant that is paid directly to their university. We are unable to disburse funds directly to the scholar, or defray non-tuition related costs. In addition to tuition funding, AJLI provides scholars with a unique bonding experience by hosting events, dinners, and group activities for the scholars during their time abroad. The scholarship awards typically range from $4,000 to $6,000, and are designed to help defray the costs of tuition at your study program in Israel.

Japan

JASSO Scholarship

$700 monthly stipend and $1,300 relocation allowance.  The JASSO scholarship application is a part of the  exchange application for Hirosaki Univeristy. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.  Courses are taught in Japanese and English.  The application deadline is December 15 each year.

Bridging Scholarships for Study in Japan

For US undergraduate students participating in education abroad programs in Japan to assist students with the travel and living expenses they will incur while completing their education abroad in Japan for a semester or an academic year. Applications are accepted twice a year for Bridging Scholarships. The application deadlines are in early October and early April each year.

Taiwan

Taiwan-United States Sister Relations Alliance (TUSA) Summer Scholarship Program

Provides scholarships for US students to study Chinese language (Mandarin) in Taiwan for the summer. No prior Chinese (Mandarin) language experience required.

Mandarin Language Huayu Enrichment Scholarship (HES)

Provides scholarships for US and international students to study Chinese language (Mandarin) in Taiwan for summer, semester or full academic year.

United Kingdom

BUTEX Scholarship 

£500 scholarships available for a semester or a year at universities in the U.K.  Students participating on direct exchange as well as recommended programs are eligible. The application deadline is once a year in late May for both fall and spring semesters abroad.

Fulbright Summer Institutes

The U.S. – U.K. Fulbright Commission offers special Summer Institutes for US citizens to come to the UK for three to six week academic and cultural summer program. The Summer Institutes will cover the majority of participant costs.  This includes round-trip airfare from the US to the UK, tuition and fees at the host university/institution, accommodation and meals and in some cases a small daily allowance. The deadline is early March each year.