Many students wish to do a Study Abroad program during their undergraduate studies, but due to required coursework or financial reasons are unable to participate in a program. However, that does not mean that you cannot pursue an international experience after you graduate! There are many national and international scholarships and organizations that support new graduates in pursuing work, teaching, volunteering, and travel opportunities abroad!
From their webpage: “The International Center promotes intercultural and international education and is committed to fostering a global campus environment for both U.S. and international students through Education Abroad advising and programming, our Peace Corps Office, and the Intercultural Leadership Seminar and other cultural and social events organized by the Global Engagement and Education Abroad (GEEA) team. The Center brings global opportunities to U.S. and international students, both here on campus and abroad.”
Guide to International Opportunities
International Career Pathways Fair
Global Wolverines
From their webpage: “ONSF's mission is to increase both the diversity and competitiveness of U-M students applying to major national scholarships and fellowships while helping all applicants to develop into self-aware leaders and citizens who have specific plans to challenge the present and transform the future. The ONSF website is intended to provide a single, comprehensive source of information for students seeking nationally- and internationally-competitive scholarships and fellowships”
Global Scholarships
International Fellowships and Programs
From their webpage: “The Institute of International Education (IIE), on behalf of the U.S. State Department, administers the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, which offers research, study, and teaching opportunities in over 140 countries to recent graduates and graduate students. This competition is administered on campus by the International Institute....Enrolled students are required to apply through U-M. Recent alumni (those who last attended no more than 3 years ago) may also apply through U-M.”
UM Fulbright Resource Site
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Website
From their webpage: “Do you dream of making a difference in the world? Are you interested in living abroad and working side-by-side with local communities much different than your own? If so, the Peace Corps might be the right choice for you. The University of Michigan Peace Corps Office is conveniently located on campus to help students prepare for Peace Corps service. We routinely organize information sessions, panels with returned Peace Corps Volunteers, application workshops, and more.”
Peace Corps Prep Program
