More Scholarships for Study Abroad
A total of $600,000 in study abroad scholarships, more than twice last year’s total, is now offered by The American Institute for Foreign Study. Nearly one third of that amount is earmarked for diversity scholarships such as the AIFS-HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities) Scholarship or the AIFS-NAFEO (National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education) Scholarship.
AIFS is dedicated to ensuring that students from various backgrounds can take advantage of international education opportunities. Traditionally underrepresented students can apply for diversity scholarships such as the AIFS-HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities) Scholarship or the AIFS-NAFEO (National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education)Scholarship.
In 2008, the number of students studying abroad reached a record high after a decade of unprecedented growth, nearly 150% over 10 years, according to the Institute of International Education. A Forum on Education Abroad study earlier this year reports that 58% of private U.S. colleges and universities show a drop in participation in their study abroad programs. The downturn of the economy was cited as the reason.
AIFS has reduced its fees for certain programs, including nearly $1,000 off selected European locations. In addition, AIFS continues to offer guaranteed rates, immune to currency fluctuations. AIFS programs include housing, meals, transcripts and insurance as well as cultural activities and excursions.
AIFS sends more than 5,000 students abroad each year. Since its founding in 1964, AIFS has had 2 million student participants from more than 500 colleges and universities.
More information is available from http://aifsabroad.com/ or 800/727-2437.