Major Fellowships
Gilman-McCain Scholarship
The John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families (Gilman-McCain Scholarship) provides awards of $5,000 for child and spousal dependents of active or activated United States military personnel (including Air Force, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, Army, Army National Guard, Army Reserve, Coast Guard, Coast Guard Reserve, Marine Corps, Marine Corps Reserve, Navy, Navy Reserve, Space Force, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and USPHS Commissioned Corps) during the time of application to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. Applicants must be recipients of any type of Title IV federal financial aid during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving Title IV federal financial aid during their study abroad program or internship.
As a first step, students can self-enroll in the Gilman Canvas course when the course is updated. Check back for the active link closer to the program opening date.
Fellowship Advisor
Elise Blackburn, Draft Reviewer and Application Advisor, Office of Major Fellowships
Website
Visit The Gilman-McCain Scholarship Website
Application Open Date
Mid-June/Mid-August
Application Close Date
Early August/Early October
Academic Areas
Agriculture, Forestry, and Life Sciences / Arts and Humanities / Behavioral, Social, and Health Sciences / Business / Education / Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences / Sciences /
Areas of Interest
Study Abroad / Summer Opportunity / Underrepresented Populations /
When To Apply
Freshman / Sophomore / Junior / Senior
