This page highlights external grants, scholarships, and fellowships that support undergraduate and graduate research abroad.
Please note: many external awards fall into more than one category. If you would like assistance identifying fellowship opportunities, please contact ONIF. For campus scholarship listings, log in with your LMU ID here.
Deadlines are approximate.
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About: Funding for summer study abroad to undergraduate students in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields (STEM) up to $8,000.
Amount: Maximum scholarship awards are $8,000 for the summer (STEM only)
Location: "Non-traditional" destinations (excludes certain countries)
Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Open to all class years, though juniors and seniors are not eligible for the summer program. In exchange for funding, Boren Scholars commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation.
View the 2023 Boren Awards Info Session.
Campus Deadline: January
National Deadline: January
Results Announced: Mid/Late April
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An initiative of the National Security Education Program, Boren provides unique funding opportunities for U.S. graduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad, including Africa, Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The countries of Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are excluded.
Amount: Up to $25,000 for overseas study or research. In addition, Boren Fellowships can provide up to $12,000 funding for a domestic language study to supplement the overseas component. However, if Boren Fellowship applicants receive funding for a domestic language program, the maximum combined award is $30,000.
Location: "Non-traditional" destinations (excludes certain countries)
Academic Levels: Graduate students.
Eligibility: Must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Boren Fellowships are granted for a minimum of 12 weeks overseas and a maximum of one year overseas. Either matriculated in or applying to a graduate degree program at a U.S. college or university located within the United States and accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Boren Fellows must remain matriculated in their graduate programs for the duration of the fellowship and may not graduate until the fellowship is complete.
View the 2023 Boren Awards Info Session.
Campus Deadline: January
National Deadline: January
Results Announced: Mid/Late April
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DAAD Research in Science and Engineering Grants
Deadline: December
Purpose: to fund summer research for undergraduate with post-docs in Germany research institutions
Amount: monthly stipends, German language classes.
Location: Throughout Germany.
Eligibility:- be currently enrolled at a university/college in the United States, Canada, the UK or Ireland as a full-time student in the field of biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, earth sciences or engineering (or a closely related field)
- be an undergraduate who will have completed at least 2 years of a degree program by the time of the internship placement
- prove that you will maintain undergraduate status after the internship has taken place
German language skills are not required for most positions but would be helpful to manage everyday life outside of the laboratory. The working language will generally be English.
Key Qualifications: Careful review of current internship placements, application that highlights specific courses and research experience and how these relate to a potential placement.
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Center for Khmer Studies Junior Resident Fellows Program
A six-week summer program in Cambodia for Cambodian, French, and US students to live and study alongside peers about contemporary Cambodian history and society.
The Junior Resident Fellows Program provides students from Cambodia, France, and the United States with a once-in-a-lifetime experience, allowing them to live and study alongside peers from different backgrounds and cultures while learning about contemporary Cambodian history and society.
Benefits: CKS covers the cost of tuition, accommodation (bed and breakfast), local transportation during program activities, books, study materials, and some field trip expenses, such as entrance fees to historical and cultural sites. CKS also has small program grants of between $600 and $800 available to offset the cost of international airfare, visas, and medical insurance. All other living and personal expenses will be incurred by the individual Fellows
Academic Levels: Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and potentially seniors (depending on the site)
Eligibility:
- US, French, and Cambodian citizens
- Undergraduate students and recent graduates
- Students with a good grasp of spoken and written English
- Students who are fully vaccinated and healthy for traveling
- Not older than 26 years old
National Deadline: March
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Amgen Scholars Program to Asia
An Undergraduate Summer Research Program in Science and Biotechnology. Each summer hundreds of undergraduates step into some of the world’s premier research universities and institutions to participate in the Amgen Scholars Program. Students conduct hands-on research in the lab alongside top faculty, participate in seminars and networking events, and take part in symposia with their peers and leading scientists.
Benefits: Depending on the site, Scholars receive a stipend, room & board, and costs for travel.
Academic Levels: Sophomores, juniors, and non-graduating seniors
Eligibility:
- A cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or above
- An interest in pursuing a Ph.D. or M.D.-Ph.D
National Deadline: Varies by site, typically early February
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Fulbright-MITACS Globalink to Canada
Fulbright-MITACS Globalink is intended for US Students interested in coming to Canada to undertake advanced research projects for 10 to 12 weeks (between May and August) in their area of interest. Projects will be drawn from a broad cross-section of research topics covering all academic disciplines. Students will be placed with a university research project and undertake research projects under the supervision of a professor. Students will be given the opportunity to take part in professional training and extensive opportunity for cultural, social, and recreational experiences.
Eligibility:
- Be a US citizen, registered and currently studying at an accredited university located in the United States
- Be a full-time undergraduate student with one to three semesters remaining in their program after to returning from Canada
- Have a competitive grade point average
- Be able to spend 10 to 12 weeks in Canada between May and August
Benefits:
In addition to having access to a prestigious worldwide network of Fulbright and to Canada’s top research facilities you will also enjoy the following benefits:
- A chance to gain international experience in Canada
- A rewarding experience combining academic research at top Canadian universities, professional skills development workshops, and social activities
- The opportunity to connect with potential graduate supervisors should you be interested in returning to Canada for graduate studies with a Graduate Fellowship
- Total Grant of CAD $7000.00
National Deadline: September