Now onto everyone’s favorite or most-nerving, depending on how you look at it, part - financing your time abroad. The biggest mistake that students can make is thinking that we will not get scholarships without even applying. I get it, we tend to think that most scholarships are for high-school seniors or students with outrageously high GPA’s, and that can be deterring. However, the truth is that there is SO MUCH free money out there - especially for travelling. Do not be afraid to inquire with your advisors or professors - as a bonus, they’ll be more willing to write you a recommendation because you took that initiative. As business students, we have to awesome opportunity of applying for the Freeman (Asia) or Johnson (Europe) Scholarship.
There are no better resources for more info than on the Shidler website or with Rikki Mitsunaga herself, so definitely visit both before you apply. To sum up the requirements for the Freeman Scholarship, you’ll need to complete:
The Student Application is easy and straightforward, mostly comprised of short-answer questions. If I were to sit down in one session, it would have taken me two to three hours to complete (although I am admittedly easily distracted). The Preliminary Travel Expense Form asks that you to be as specific as possible with your projected expenses. Be as realistic with your budget as possible and if you need a sample form, ask a prior scholar (email me!) to see what they put. I am unsure if they factor this into how much money you, but as a Regent Scholar, I am given a $2,000 travel stipend. I was forthcoming with that information and still ended up with the same amount as my fellow scholars, so I am going to say honesty is the best policy! Also, if you plan to venture to other places during your time abroad, factor in those expenses - the foundation will appreciate your adventurous spirit. The Preliminary Course Equivalencies Form should be easy to fill out as you have definitely planned out possible courses when choosing your schools for the MIX application. Resume is straightforward (every Shidler student should have their resume ready to go at all times!). Academic Planner is just the sheet that maps out your courses from now to graduation, you can find the PDF online and map it out via STAR or with your advisor. Here are some tips:
Fingers crossed - once you receive your scholar offer, make sure to submit the agreement form on time so that UH Foundation can cut you the check before you leave for your exchange (this is a personal lesson of mine. . . haha). Also, budget yourself around the after-tax amount, as the scholarship you receive is taxable! Best of luck, friends!
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