Financing Study Abroad

One common issue students face is how they will finance their study abroad adventure. Compared to a semester at Brookdale, study abroad may seem expensive; however, it could be less than or comparable to tuition, fees, and housing at a four-year university.

When you consider the career benefits that await study abroad alumni, the investment you will make in your study abroad experience will be worth it!

 

Apply for financial aid

If you’ve never applied for assistance, do it! Apply at: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

In many cases, federal grants and loans can be applied to the cost of your study abroad program.

To learn about financial aid, stop by the OneStop Center in the CAR building, visit the Financial Aid website, or call 732-224-2361.

 

Scholarships

Who doesn’t want free money?

Apply for Brookdale’s Elaine Baran Study Abroad Scholarship. Application deadlines are October 15 and March 15, each year.

Check out these other Study Abroad Scholarships sponsored by various organizations.

 

Crowd Funding

This is a fun and easy way to involve your immediate and extended family and friends in supporting your study abroad experience.

https://www.fundmytravel.com/

https://www.gofundme.com/

 

Other Creative Fundraising Ideas

Click Here to check out some techniques which other students have used to fund their travel adventures.

 

Online Resources about Study Abroad Scholarships

http://www.iiepassport.org/

http://www.diversityabroad.com/

http://www.studyabroad.com/scholarships.aspx

http://www.goabroad.com/scholarships-abroad

http://www.internationalscholarships.com/

 

Contact Us
International Education Center
Brookdale Community College
765 Newman Springs Road, MAC 114
Lincroft, NJ 07738-1543

For inquiries or additional information:
Tel.  732-224-2799  |   E-mail: studyabroad@brookdalecc.edu