Dee Family Global Scholarship

Website: http://www.studyabroad.virginia.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgram&Program_ID=10619

The Dee Family Global Scholarship was created to support UVA student participation in innovative study or research projects/activities abroad which demonstrate well-constructed plans, partnership with the local community, and the potential for continued inquiry. Preference will be given to Global Development Studies (GDS) majors. Preference will also be given to non-GDS majors whose projects take place in a developing country, especially those with "Low Human Development" scores on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI).

Eligibility

Currently enrolled UVA undergraduate or graduate student; Good academic and disciplinary standing Demonstrated financial need; Have not been awarded funding from like-minded university awards such as Harrison, Jefferson Public Citizens, Center for Global Health, Raven Society, Double Hoo, etc.

Term

January Term, Semester, Summer

Support

The Dee Family Global Scholarship awards recipients up to $4000.

Application Process

Apply online at www.studyabroad.virginia.edu. Deadline: October 20, 2012 for January or Spring; March 1, 2013 for summer or fall

Learn More

Please contact Stacey Hansen, International Studies Office srh4v@virginia.edu.