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Application Deadlines

February 10, 2025 is the application deadline for the following awards:
Education Abroad Award, Edmonton Consular Corps Award, VLHR Award, Lee Global Education Award
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Explore funding that supports your Go Abroad adventures

Last year, Education Abroad funding provided more than $1 million in funding for U of A students to participate in education abroad programs. From a short-term or summer abroad program to internship or exchange support, funding options are available.

Funding Types

A variety of funding programs help make your international learning experience more affordable.

Education Abroad Award

Funding is available to all U of A full-time students to make your international experience more affordable.

Faculty Awards & Other Funding

Faculty and external funding opportunities for U of A students participating in education abroad experiences.

Featured Funding

The U of A and its partners offer funding opportunities for specific programs, both in type and destination.

Government Student Loans

Students going abroad who remain registered at the U of A can take their federal and provincial loans with them.

Application Deadlines

Awards and funding deadlines vary depending on program timelines but generally occur in February, June and October for programs starting the following spring/summer or academic year.

Questions

U of A students who are interested in education abroad programs and funding opportunities can connect with an advisor in person or virtually.

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