Study Abroad Week

Come & Join our Study Abroad Week where students can learn about study abroad programs, exchange partners, international scholarships, participate in global events, and attend a study abroad fair.

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FAMU Study Abroad Week

 

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September 21 – Exchange Extravaganza | 10am | Zoom (Register in Advance on Zoom!)

September 22 – FAMU Study Abroad Photo Contest / Returned Student Reception | 4pm | Polkinghorne VIllage Game Day Room 4th Floor | Register in Advance!

September 23 – Study Abroad Fair | 10am – 3pm | Al Lawson Gym Top Concourse | Register in Advance!

September 24 – Study Abroad Scholarship Session | 6pm | Polkinghorne VIllage Game Day Room 4th Floor | Register in Advance!

September 25 – Gilman Scholarship Workshop | 6pm | Zoom (Register in Advance on Zoom!)


Exchange Extravaganza - Get to know more about some of the Exchange Programs partner with FAMU and how you can save money by paying FAMU tuition to study abroad at one of these partner exchanges for a semester or a year. 

FAMU Study Abroad Photo Contest / Returned Student Reception - Say cheese, world travelers!  FAMU's Study Abroad Photo Contest is your chance to turn epic global moments in cash prizes -- $100, $50, or $25!  Snag up to three snapshots from your 2025-2026 adventures and submit by September 1.  Winners shine at a fun fall fall celebration in September 22.  Snap away!

Study Abroad Fair - FAMU Students are encouraged to attend this Fair to learn about study abroad programs, international internships and service-learning opportunities, international scholarships, national fellowships, careers with US Department of State.

Study Abroad Scholarship Session – Prospective study abroad students can attend this information session to learn more about the various study abroad scholarship opportunities out there, ways to fund their abroad programs, as well as tips and resources for writing their scholarship applications and essays. 

Gilman Scholarship Workshop -- Join us for an in-person information session on the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship! Learn how this prestigious award can help fund your study or intern abroad experience. During this session, we'll cover eligibility requirements, the application process, and tips for writing a competitive essay.  We will also have Gilman scholars join us to share their experience in winning this amazing award and how you can too!

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Study Abroad Week will be from September 21 - 25, 2026 and is a great way to begin your journey to study abroad by attending any one of our many events that week. Find out more about our many partner programs, international opportunities, program options, application procedures, financial aid, scholarships, and more!

While Online Registration is not necessary, we encourage you to register in advance because we are a Title III-funded program and rely on outcomes reporting that shows attendance and assessment tracking for all of our events and outreach for Study Abroad.  Your cooperation and participation are greatly appreciated!

The events are usually one (1) hour long, except for the Fair - the Fair is from 10am-3pm.

The events are located at various locations.  Please see above for the locations of the events.

Please contact:  

Emily Maurer, M.Ed, MPA
Coordinator
Office of International Education and Development
Florida A&M University
1740 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Suite 302, Perry-Paige North
Ph: 850-599-3295 (office), 850-412-7077 (direct)
emily.maurer@famu.edu
 
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