Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
Up to $5,000 is available through the U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, which enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. The Gilman Scholarship Program broadens the student population that studies and interns abroad by supporting undergraduates who might not otherwise participate due to financial constraints. The program aims to encourage students to study and intern in a diverse array of countries or areas and world regions.
To be eligible for a Gilman Scholarships applicants must meet all eligibility requirements.
If an applicant is not selected they may re-apply for the next cycle as long as they continue to meet the eligibility requirements and their program or internship falls within the start dates of that cycle.
Want to put together a great application? Check out the videos, essay information and application tips on the Gilman website or better yet, attend an upcoming webinar or essay review session.
Upcoming Information Sessions and Essay Review
- Wednesday, September 4, 5 PM: Gilman Scholarship Program Overview (Webinar). Zoom Registration.
- Thursday, September 12, 12 PM: Gilman Scholarship Program Overview (Webinar). Zoom Registration.
- Thursday, September 26, 5 PM: Gilman Scholarship Program Overview (In Person). 3rd Floor Conference Room (3119), International Center.
- Monday, October 7, drop-in between 2 - 4 PM: Gilman Scholarship Drop-In Essay Review (In Person). 3rd Floor Conference Room (3119), International Center. Bring a copy of your essays to have them reviewed by a Global Learning Hub and Prestigious Scholarships staff member.
- Wednesday, October 9, drop-in between 9 - 11 AM: Drop-In "Ask Us Anything" event. Zoom Registration.
Application Opening Dates
- October 2024 Deadline: Application will open in Mid-August 2024 for applicants whose in-person programs or internships start between December 1, 2024 to October 31, 2025. This cycle encompasses Winter 2025, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025 and academic year 2025-2026 programs.
Application Deadlines
- October 2024 Deadline: Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time for applicants whose in-person programs or internships start between December 1, 2024 to October 31, 2025. This cycle encompasses Winter 2025, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and academic year 2025-2026 programs.
Application Status Notification
- October 2024 Deadline: Applicants will be notified of their status in December 2024
Study Abroad Certifying Advisors
- Select Nicole Uhlinger as the Study Abroad advisor for any UC Davis Summer Abroad and UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships.
- Select Anna Yang as the Study Abroad advisor for any UC Davis Quarter Abroad programs.
- Select Tiffany Macias Silva as the Study Abroad advisor for any UCEAP or Independent Study Abroad programs.
Financial Aid Certifying Advisors
- Select Scott Palmer as the Financial Aid advisor for any UC Davis Summer Abroad and UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships.
- Select Nataly Florian as the Financial Aid advisor for any UC Davis Quarter Abroad, UCEAP or Independent Study Abroad programs.
For advising and essay review, please contact Scott Palmer.
UC Davis has been recognized for producing the 3rd most Gilman Scholars in the country, with 51 students receiving Gilman scholarships in the 2018-19 year. Read more
Critical Need Language Award
Interested in studying a language abroad? Applicants who study a critical need language while abroad can apply for a supplemental award of up to $3,000 for a combined total of $8,000. More information about the Critical Need Language Award.
STEM Supplemental Award
Interested in conducting STEM-related research abroad? Applicants who conduct STEM-related research abroad as part of their study abroad or international internship program can apply for a supplemental award of up to $1,000. More information about the STEM Supplemental Award.
The Gilman/McCain Scholarship
The Gilman-McCain Scholarship provides awards of $5,000 for child and spousal dependents of active or activated United States military personnel during the time of application (including Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, Coast Guard, Coast Guard Reserve, Marine Corps, Marine Corps Reserve, Navy, Navy Reserve, Space Force, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and USPHS Commissioned Corps) to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. Applicants must be recipients of any type of Title IV federal financial aid during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving Title IV federal financial aid during their study abroad program or internship. Read more about the eligibility requirements. Review the resources and advisors listed above and please attend one of our Information Sessions.
Application Opening
- August 2024 Deadline: Application is now open for applicants whose in-person programs or internships start between September 1, 2024 to April 30, 2025.
- October 2024 Deadline: Application will open in Mid-August 2024 for applicants whose in-person programs or internships start between December 1, 2024 to October 31, 2025. This cycle encompasses Winter 2025, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025 and academic year 2025-2026 programs.
Application Deadline
- August 2024 Deadline: Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
- October 2024 Deadline: Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time for applicants whose in-person programs or internships start between December 1, 2024 to October 31, 2025. This cycle encompasses Winter 2025, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and academic year 2025-2026 programs.
Application Status Notification
- August 2024 Deadline: Applicants will be notified of their status in September 2024
- October 2024 Deadline: Applicants will be notified of their status in December 2024
Contact Information
Nicole Uhlinger
Enrollment Lead
Global Learning Hub, Global Affairs
nmuhlinger@ucdavis.edu