CEA CAPA is committed to increasing access to study and interning abroad. We offer more than $2 million each year in scholarships, affiliations, and grant programs for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms.
We experience a high volume of scholarship applications, resulting in intensified competition for available awards. We encourage prospective applicants to plan their submissions accordingly, as students who prioritize their enrollment in the fall semester may see a better chance of receiving a scholarship due to decreased competition for these funding opportunities.
CEA CAPA STATEMENT ON AI: CEA CAPA is looking for personal, authentic responses to scholarship prompts. CEA CAPA requires that all essays be the original work of the applicant. We reserve the right to verify the authenticity of submissions, including checking for the use of AI writing tools. Use of AI will result in the disqualification from scholarship awarding.
for standard and custom applicants
Term | Opportunity Abroad | Academic Excellence | CANIE Scholarship for Sustainability Projects | Deadline |
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Fall | $5,000 | $2,500 | $2,000 | February 15th |
Spring | $5,000 | $2,500 | $2,000 | September 15th |
Summer | $2,000 | $2,500 | $2,000 | February 1st |
Term | Opportunity Abroad | Deadline |
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Fall | $1,500 | April 15th |
Spring | $1,500 | November 1st |
Summer | $1,000 | March 15th |
CEA CAPA is proud to offer substantial scholarships for students with high financial need who effectively articulate why one out of CEA CAPA's six Student Learning and Development Objectives aligns with their personal, academic, and/or professional goals in pursuing education abroad.
Prompt:
Criterion | Description | Score (0-5) |
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Alignment to SLDO | The essay clearly identifies one of the six objectives and meaningfully connects it to the applicant's goals and identity. | |
Connection to specific program | Clearly articulates how the chosen objective will guide their goals and behavior during the study abroad experience. | |
Writing Quality & Organization | Essay is well-structured, clear, grammatically sound, and engaging. The voice is authentic and professional. | |
Depth of Reflection | Demonstrates thoughtful reflection and self-awareness, critical thinking; is genuine and personal. | |
Financial Need | Proof of financial need gives one additional point. |
Scoring Scale:
As a CANIE Accord Signatory, CEA CAPA is pleased to offer the CANIE Scholarship for Sustainability Projects for students participating in CEA CAPA Education Abroad programs with an interest in sustainability.
Prompt:
Criterion | Description | Score (0-5) |
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Relevance to Prompt | Demonstrates deep understanding of one or more SDGs and clearly explains how they have influenced their sustainability perspective. | |
Sustainability Connection | Clearly communicates a strong interest in sustainability and a commitment to making a positive environmental or social impact. May show leadership through past experiences or demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and a desire to grow in this area. | |
Program Connection and Goals | Clearly connects sustainability perspective and experience to the education abroad program. Goals are specific, realistic, and inspiring. | |
Collaboration/Project | Presents a well-thought-out, creative, and feasible idea for collaboration with staff on a sustainability project. |
Scoring Scale:
CEA CAPA is proud to offer substantial scholarships for students with high financial need who effectively articulate why one out of CEA CAPA's six Student Learning and Development Objectives aligns with their personal, academic, and/or professional goals in pursuing education abroad.
Prompt:
Criterion | Description | Score (0-5) |
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Relevance to Prompt | The essay addresses all aspects of the prompt clearly and thoughtfully, including a specific example and the academic impact. | |
Writing Quality | Clear, well-organized, and engaging writing. Effective structure, grammar, and mechanics. Voice is authentic and professional. | |
Academic Motivation | Essay provides strong evidence of the applicant's motivation for academic success and long-term intellectual development. | |
GPA | Below 3.8: 0 points 3.8 - 3.84: 1 point 3.85 - 3.89: 2 points 3.9 - 3.94: 3 points 3.95 - 3.99: 4 points 4.0: 5 points |
Scoring Scale:
We encourage students to apply for as many external scholarships as they are eligible. Below are some scholarship opportunities available outside of CEA CAPA. Be sure to consult your Study Abroad Office and Financial Aid Office to inquire about additional opportunities.
Our scholarships are highly competitive each term. Students who prioritize their enrollment in the fall term may see a better chance of receiving a scholarship due to decreased competition for these funding opportunities.
Due to the number of applications, we are not able to accept late applications.
Can I apply for multiple scholarships?
Students may apply for multiple scholarships but will only be awarded one.
I am participating in a Custom Program. Am I eligible for a scholarship?
CEA CAPA scholarships are available to students on custom programs that are 18 days or longer.
Recipients are notified approximately one month after the scholarship deadline.
When and how are funds disbursed?
Scholarship awards are disbursed according to your institutional billing agreement. Please ask your CEA CAPA enrollment advisor to verify.
What documents do I need?
Please refer to the individual scholarship applications to determine which documents you will need to submit.
In which format should I submit my video?
Please submit the video hyperlink directly on the application.
Contact Scholarships (scholarships@ceacapa.com).