Aid & Scholarships


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HIRAM STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

  • For fall trips: all completed applications should be submitted no later than March 8 (the same day that your Study Abroad application is due).
  • For spring trips: all completed applications should be submitted no later than October 7 (the same day your Study Abroad application is due).

The International Study Abroad Scholarship is awarded to Hiram College students traveling abroad during the fall semester or spring semester.  Please inquire with the by phone (330.569.5453) or email (notarianmf@hiram.edu).

The Hiram College Financial Aid Office also provides information about financial aid and scholarships while studying abroad. They can be reached at 330.569.5107.

Passport Assistance:  There are some funds available to assist students in getting their passports.  If you need this type of assistance, please inquire with the by phone (330.569.5453) or email (notarianmf@hiram.edu).

Additional Scholarship and Grant Sources

Be sure to research banking options

Opening a foreign bank account or researching U.S. banks’ policies can pay off. Visa and MasterCard charge a 1% conversion fee on international transactions and most banks add a transaction fee on top of that.  Depending on your card, you’ll pay a total fee of 2% to 3% of your purchase each time you buy something.

Depending on the bank, the same international transaction fees could also apply to ATM withdrawals.

You can also apply for a bank loan and some online sites are also available:

Fundraising for your Study Abroad Trip

There are many options for students to raise money to help offset the costs of traveling abroad.