The U.S. Department of State is dedicated to supporting students who are focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) fields (defined as agriculture, engineering, health professions, math and computer science, and physical and life sciences) during their higher education. Applicants who are conducting STEM-related coursework or internships as part of their overseas program can apply for a supplemental award of up to $1,000. The coursework must already be formally integrated into their credit-bearing program. A successful applicant should demonstrate (in an essay of no more than 300 words) a strong motivation to their STEM field(s) and how this coursework experience extends beyond their time abroad, and into their future academic and career goals. Of note, the applicant is not required to major in a STEM field.
Allowable expenses for the STEM Supplemental Award may include, but are not limited to:
- Lab fees
- Equipment or gear required to conduct coursework or internship
- Hardware or software required to conduct coursework or internship
- Fees required to conduct coursework or internship, such as internet, cell phone, or printing costs
- Local transportation required to conduct coursework or internship
Interested? Submit a short essay that describes your strong motivation to your STEM field(s) and how this coursework experience extends beyond your time abroad, and into your future academic and career goals. Click here for more information.
