Financing Study Abroad

Financial Aid

If you receive federal or state financial aid (Pell grant, for example), your aid may be used to study abroad. There are limitations, so check with the Financial Aid office at finaid@kwc.edu.

Kentucky Wesleyan scholarships and grants

We have 2 programs for students planning to study abroad. Apply for these through the Study Abroad Office by contacting tcoy@kwc.edu.

  • Hauser Grants – these grants may be used for tuition and other costs
  • Dearing Global Outlook Fund – may NOT be used for tuition but can be used for incidental and other costs (airfare, living expenses, eg.)
Hauser Grant Dearing Global Outlook Fund
Maximum $500 for short term study
Maximum $1,200 for long-term study
Maximum $2,500
External scholarships or grants

Many study abroad organizations offer financial support if you study through their programs. Be sure to ask. There are also other grants available.