The Scholarship for French Study Abroad

Brief Description

The Scholarship for French Study Abroad at The Illinois State University is a merit-based award aimed at undergraduate students who demonstrate a high level of proficiency in French and a strong academic record. This scholarship provides students with the opportunity to study at one of the university’s partner institutions in France for a semester or academic year.

Host Institution(s)

The host institution for this scholarship is The Illinois State University, a highly esteemed public university located in Normal, Illinois. The university has a strong reputation for its French language program and partnerships with top universities in France.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to undergraduate students who wish to study French language and culture abroad. The program is particularly well-suited for students majoring in French, linguistics, or any field related to French studies. However, students from all majors are encouraged to apply as long as they meet the eligibility criteria.

Number of Awards

Each academic year, The Illinois State University awards a limited number of scholarships to deserving students. The number of awards may vary from year to year, depending on the pool of applicants and available funding.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to students of all nationalities. However, preference is given to students who are enrolled at The Illinois State University or who are residents of Illinois.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers the following expenses for the duration of the study abroad program: tuition, housing, meal plan, international health insurance, and round-trip airfare. In addition, recipients will also receive a monthly stipend to cover personal expenses such as books, local transportation, and cultural activities.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be currently enrolled at The Illinois State University or a resident of Illinois.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Demonstrate proficiency in French, with a minimum of four semesters of college-level French or equivalent.
• Be accepted for a study abroad program at one of The Illinois State University’s partner institutions in France.

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Application Instructions

To apply for the scholarship, interested students must submit the following documents:
Completed application form (available on the official website).
Official transcripts.
Two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a professor in the French department.
A personal essay explaining their motivation for studying abroad and how this experience will contribute to their academic and personal development.
Proof of enrollment at The Illinois State University or proof of residency in Illinois.
Proof of acceptance to a study abroad program at one of The Illinois State University’s partner institutions in France.

All application materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Official Website

For more information on the scholarship and to access the application form, please visit the official website at [insert official website.