Gilman Scholarships

  • The enables American undergraduateÌýstudents who receive a Pell Grant to study or intern abroad through scholarships of up to $5,000.
    • Students studying critical need languages are eligible for a supplemental award up to $3,000, and students conducting STEM research abroad are eligible for a supplemental award up to $1,000.
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  • The also supports child and spousal dependents of active or activated duty military members by providing awards of $5,000.


Deadlines: Scholarships are awarded twice annually. Typically, the deadlines are in early October and early March. Plan ahead and talk to an advisor in our office for help!Ìý

Step 1: Research programs and read theÌý. Mark your calendar with deadline dates and make a plan to apply.
Step 2: Reach out to the É«½ä³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ Gilman Scholarship advisor at Adilene.GarciaAniles@colorado.edu if you have questions.
Step 3: Submit both the application for your program and the Gilman Scholarship by the deadlines.

CU Ed Abroad is hosting a on Thursday, September 18th 2025 from 12-1pm. Please join us! We will post a linkÌýto the recorded session on this page after the event has ended in case you missed it:


Date: Thursday, September 18th
Time: 12-1pm
Location: C4C Room TBDÌýorÌýOnline Format – ÌýMeeting ID: 975 9576 3286


Workshop Highlights:

  • Understanding the Gilman Scholarship application process
  • Tips and guidance for a successful application
  • Step-by-step walkthrough of the application