Funding & Scholarship Scholarships Platform
In addition, in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, I’m excited to share a fantastic resource for Mexican students! The Embassy of Mexico has recently launched a Funding & Scholarship Platform, which aims to strengthen educational ties between Mexico and the United States. This platform provides valuable links to institutions offering scholarships, support for undergraduate and graduate studies, and research and professional development opportunities. Whether students are based in the U.S. or Mexico, this resource is designed to advance their education and careers across various disciplines. Please feel free to share this widely with your networks

Princeton in Africa (flyer attached) – The 2025-26 PiAf application is now open! Princeton in Africa (PiAf) is a non-profit organization that offers a yearlong paid post-graduate fellowship opportunities to graduates of US-accredited colleges & universities with a variety of organizations working across the African continent. Please share with any rising seniors, recent graduates, or young professionals in your network who may be interested in this opportunity.  Applications are due Sunday, October 27, 2024, by 11:59 PM EST. (Applications closing soon)

Nexus Program – In 2025, Princeton in Africa will continue the Nexus Program that was piloted in 2023!  The Princeton in Africa Nexus Program pairs 5 Nexus Fellows, who are citizens of African countries educated and resident on the African continent, with 5 Fellows educated at U.S. accredited institutions in the same fellowship host organizations on the African continent for a co-fellow exchange of skills, knowledge, leadership, and technical expertise. The Nexus is an addition to PiAf’s signature fellowship program tailored for young leaders educated at U.S.-accredited institutions. Additional information regarding Nexus can be found here as well as in our FAQs.

American Short-Term Study in China Initiative (ASSCI)
Are you a faculty member looking to enhance your course with a global or study abroad component but need funding to make it happen? Consider applying for our American Short-term Study in China Initiative (ASSCI) program! The ASSCI program provides valuable resources and funding to support faculty in integrating international experiences into their courses, helping students gain a broader global perspective. Applications are open through November 1, 2024.

Generation 250
The Generation 250 scholarship program celebrates the long-standing friendship and educational cooperation between France and the United States. Jointly announced by U.S. President Joseph R. Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron in December 2022, the program—also known as “250 for 250”—honors France’s critical role in the founding of the United States. The initiative aims to foster mutual understanding by sending 250 French students to the U.S. to participate in diverse academic and cultural experiences.  This program allows universities to host French students on their campuses starting in Fall 2026.

Generation 250 – Brochure

Generation 250 – Video

Submit Interest Form

Japan Exchange and Teaching Program (JET Program) – The application for the 2025 JET Program is now open!  Founded in 1987, JET has sent more than 77,000 participants from around the globe (including more than 35,800 Americans) to work in schools, boards of education, and government offices throughout Japan. It is the only teaching exchange program managed by the government of Japan. With more than 75 countries around the world currently participating in JET, this program offers a unique cultural exchange opportunity to meet people from all around the world, living and working in Japan.  Please share with any rising seniors, recent graduates, or young professionals in your network who may be interested in this opportunity.  Applications are due Friday, November 15, 2024 by 11:59 PM HST.  Join for a chance to talk to Program Coordinators and JET Alumni! Check out the map of upcoming events near you. AASCU’s assistant director of international education, Jody Dixon, is a JET alumna, application reviewer, and interviewer. She welcomes the opportunity to speak with your students about this program.

TAPIF – The Teaching Assistant Program in France application will open on October 15, 2024. TAPIF is one of the Cultural Services of the French Embassy’s longest-running and most sought-after programs. TAPIF places around 1,300 Americans in French public schools each year to work as English language teaching assistants. Check out the eligibility requirements and watch this webinar with TAPIF staff, alumni and students, to learn more this opportunity. Please share with any rising seniors, recent graduates, or young professionals in your network who may be interested in this opportunity.  Applications are open through mid-January 2025.

Boren Scholarships and Fellowships – The 2024-2025 Boren Scholarship and Fellowship applications are now open! The Boren Awards invest in linguistic and cultural knowledge for aspiring federal government employees. Boren Scholarships provide up to $25,000 to U.S. undergraduate students to study abroad in areas of the world that are critical to U.S. interests and underrepresented in study abroad. Boren Fellowships provide up to $30,000 to U.S. graduate students to add an important international and language component to their graduate education. Learn more about the Boren Awards. Applications are due January 29, 2025, by 5:00 PM EST.