The University of Southern Indiana (USI) continues its commitment to global learning by announcing a range of Study Abroad Scholarships for 2026. These fully funded scholarship opportunities empower USI students to experience education beyond borders — through research, internships, and study programs across partner universities around the world. Students are encouraged to apply early and explore the scholarship options available under the Center for International Programs (CIP).
1- CIP Study Abroad Scholarships
The CIP Study Abroad Scholarships offer flexible funding for students participating in Fall, Summer I, or Summer II 2026 programs. A single application allows students to apply for all scholarships listed in this section. While students can apply for multiple awards, they can only receive one.
Application Deadline: March 6, 2026
These scholarships are designed to make study abroad experiences financially accessible for all eligible USI students while supporting academic growth, leadership, and intercultural understanding.
2- USI Study Abroad Ambassador Scholarship
This scholarship rewards students who not only study abroad but also contribute to promoting global education at USI.
Award Amounts:
- $2,000 for a full academic year
- $1,500 for one semester
- Up to $1,000 for summer or short-term programs
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to all USI students accepted in an approved USI study abroad program that carries academic credit.
- Recipients must return to USI for the fall or spring semester after their program and complete ambassador projects within six months.
3- USI Global Engagement Scholarship
The Global Engagement (GE) Scholarship encourages students to explore global issues through their academic or research activities abroad. It focuses on topics such as public health, education, poverty reduction, sustainability, climate change, environment, peace, and human rights.
Award Amount: Up to $3,000
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be accepted into a USI study abroad program with credit.
- Students must commit to a Global Engagement project abroad that addresses a global issue.
- Recipients must return to USI and complete their project requirements within six months.
4- USI Study Abroad Diversity Scholarship
The Diversity Scholarship aims to make study abroad experiences inclusive by supporting students from diverse backgrounds and identities. It promotes representation of different cultures, identities, and perspectives within international learning.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must be enrolled as degree-seeking USI students in good academic standing.
- Open to students of all majors and class standings who will participate in a USI-approved short-term, semester, or year-long program.
- Diversity may include cultural background, gender identity, disability, parental status, military experience, or ethnic/racial identity.
- Awards are based on essay and interview performance rather than financial need or GPA.
5- Direct Exchange Scholarships
USI offers exchange-specific scholarships for students attending partner institutions.
Exchange Program Scholarship:
- Award: $500 for the duration of the program
- Open to all USI students earning USI credit at a direct exchange partner institution (not ISEP).
German Partner Exchange Scholarship:
- Total Funding: $10,000 (four $2,500 scholarships)
- Eligibility: Open to students participating in semester-long exchange programs at USI partner institutions in Germany.
Applications are submitted through the myUSI Study Abroad Portal.