Financing Study Away

Studying away is more affordable than you think! Don't let money be your obstacle from studying away!

Any hesitation students have about studying away is typically related to the cost. However, what most students don't know is that they can actually apply their current on-campus financial aid package to their study away program, as well as additional scholarships and grants! In fact, for some students, studying away can sometimes be cheaper than staying at SSU! Be sure to review the cost estimates, and pay attention to what is included in those cost estimates on the program pages. 

Some tips for getting started:

• Start early and apply to everything that may be eligible for you.
• Start locally (Often many campus-based scholarships have the fewest number of applicants.)
• Visit the Writing Center (First floor Schultz Library) to work on your essay for many different scholarship applications.
• Ask your teachers about any scholarships they may know about in your field of study.
• Do not FORGET about your community: clubs, churches, volunteer organizations may be willing to sponsor you.
• Order multiple copies of your transcripts so that you have them on hand when you find new scholarship opportunities.
• Stop by the Scholarship Office in Stevenson Hall 1050. Apply to the SSU Scholarship Program.

Financial Aid

Students studying away may be eligible for financial aid depending on the study away program, and the type of aid the student is eligible for. Eligibility is based on factors such as enrollment in an approved study-away program, satisfactory academic progress status, and adherence to financial aid requirements. Students should consult the financial aid office to determine specific eligibility and potential adjustments to their financial aid package.  Only Veterans who receive benefits under the CalVet Fee Waiver program can get assistance in covering study away costs. For more information on the CalVet program can be found on their website.

Students can also make efforts to raise money on their own through fundraisers, only fundraising campaigns, summer jobs, or special events. Each semester GEO will host a "Financing Your Study Away Experience" workshop where guidance and tips are provided to help get students started! Contact us to find out more information.