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Q. I’ve forgotten my username and/or password for my Gilman account, what do I do?
A. If you’ve forgotten the password to your Gilman account, then you can either click “Forgot my Password” to have a temporary password sent to your email or contact the Gilman Program to reset your password.
Q. I extended my stay abroad so my date of return to the U.S. is different from what I submitted in my application. When is my project due?
A. We realize that many Gilman Scholars extend their stay abroad to continue their studies or pursue other opportunities such as internships, volunteering or working abroad. We are happy to work with you to extend your Service Project due date in this situation. If you extended your time abroad, the report is due within six months of your return to the U.S. We ask that you update your new estimated return date in the Abroad section of your Gilman account.
Q. What do I do if I am interviewed about my study abroad experience as a Gilman Scholarship recipient?
A. Since the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship is sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) at the U.S. Department of State, you are not only a recipient of a U.S. government-funded program but have become a representative; thus, you should acknowledge the program sponsor in your interview. Depending on the article or story to be published, the subject may vary, but it is always good to include the highlights of your experience abroad that positively influenced your academic and professional goals. Additionally, you can speak of the cultural and language learning opportunities you benefited from, whether you participated in classes, a field study, an internship, or service learning project. You are more than welcome to contact the Gilman Program to inform us that you will be interviewed or for further assistance.
Q. What if I no longer have a copy of my original proposal from my application?
A. If you no longer have a copy of your original application, you can access a copy of your project proposal in the alumni section of your Gilman account.
Q. What if someone asks me a question about the Gilman Program that I don’t know how to answer?
A. You can refer them to the Gilman website or the Gilman Program’s contact information. Another option is to collect contact information so you can follow up with them once you have the correct answer. You can email Gilman at gilmanscholars@iie.org to clarify any questions. We ask that you suggest contacting the Gilman Program directly rather than to make up an answer.
Q. Where can I find more information on the Non-competitive Eligibility (NCE) for Federal Employment for Gilman Scholarship alumni?
A. You can find more information on NCE on ECA’s website and in the Guide to NCE for Gilman Alumni document. If you have successfully completed your program abroad after November 29, 2015, you are eligible for NCE. In the alumni section of your Gilman account, you can request a Certificate of Achievement that will provide a record of successful program completion and validity of noncompetitive eligibility.
Q. If I extend my study abroad program for an additional term or decide to stay abroad longer, does this extend my NCE timeline?
A. Your NCE is applicable only for the program for which you received the Gilman Scholarship. Extensions to this program or additional time spent abroad do not factor into your NCE status.
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