Feb 16 / GEI

Financial Assistance

Introduction
Participating in a GEI program can transform your life, develop your competencies as a global change leader, and improve your employability. At GEI, we are committed to increasing access to our programs by dedicating more than $1 million in scholarships and grants over the next three years.

When you submit your program application, you will automatically be considered for any scholarships and grants for which you qualify, or you will be given the opportunity to apply.
Merit scholarships
Our programs are designed to foster future change leaders. If you believe you have strong potential in this area, you could receive a scholarship of up to $500. Each year, several dozen of these scholarships are available for the most promising participants in our Certificate courses. The application process is simple: within one week of being accepted to a program, submit a short cover letter (no more than 500 words) that demonstrates your potential as a change leader.

Trailblazer scholarships
We value our partnerships with international institutions. As such, the first two students from any institution to attend a GEI Certificate course will automatically receive a $500 Trailblazer Scholarship. No formal application is required.

Opportunity scholarships and grants
We are particularly committed to increasing access for students from economically disadvantaged regions. For our Certificate courses, the following awards are available:

  • Low- and lower-middle income economy scholarships: Students who are both citizens and residents of countries classified as low- or lower-middle-income economies by the World Bank will automatically receive a $500 scholarship for GEI Certificate courses. No formal application is needed—just contact us if you believe you qualify.
  • Host country scholarships: Students who are both citizens and residents of the host country of a GEI Certificate course (e.g., Rwanda, Kenya, South Africa, or Vietnam) may be eligible for a scholarship covering up to the full tuition. This scholarship is offered as long as we have at least one matching international participant for the same course. Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and no formal application is required—just reach out to us if you think you qualify.
  • Host country travel subsidies: Students who qualify for a host country scholarship may also be eligible for additional travel subsidies to help cover local transportation or other logistics costs related to course participation. Contact us if you believe you qualify.


External (non-GEI) scholarships
There are numerous external scholarships and funding opportunities, including (but not limited to) the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, the Fund for Education Abroad, the Boren Awards for International Study, the Golden Key International Honour Society, or the Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Grant.

In addition, websites such as IEFA, Go Overseas, GoAbroad, Big Future by the College Board, CareerOneStop, Fast Web, Finaid, GoGrad, Niche, Peterson's, Scholarships, or Tuition Funding Sources provide further information on available funding.

We strongly recommend speaking with your home institution's financial aid office, as they can provide information about additional financial aid and outside funding opportunities specific to your school.