Study Exchange Funding
Thinking of studying abroad?
There are a number of scholarship and funding options for you to consider.
Find out more about the different options here.
Tuition fee or maintenance loan
You can continue to apply for a tuition fee or maintenance loan and must tell your student finance provider that you'll be studying or working abroad. Be aware that for work placements abroad your maintenance loan entitlement may be reduced by your Student Finance Provider. You must contact your Student Finance provider directly to discuss your individual circumstances and if you need any support in communicating with Student Finance, you should contact the advisors in the Student Hub at the University of York
For students entitled to a reduced tuition fee to the University of York (more details on tuition fees for the year abroad on the Finance and Funding webpage in the tuition fees section), you will find that the tuition fee element of your loan is reduced accordingly by your student finance provider.
Expenses funding
You may be eligible to receive funding from your student finance provider towards expenses including travel to your overseas destination, visas and insurance. Please check your provider's web pages for full information.
Student Awards Agency Scotland
Disabled Students Allowance
If you receive funding such as Disabled Students Allowances (DSAs) please contact Disability Services as soon as possible to discuss whether payment is affected by studying or working abroad: disabilityservices
Students on placements abroad may be eligible for funds to contribute towards the additional cost incurred because of a disability or long-term health condition.
Further Information
You can also contact Student Advisers in the Student Hub for more information about student finance.
BUTEX UK Scholarships
Eligibility: Undergraduate only; 1 year or 1 semester study placements and overseas work/internship/traineeship placement of varying lengths of time
Amount: £500
Applications open: 16 May 2024
Applications close: 10 July 2024
BUTEX offers scholarships to students studying abroad for either a semester or for a whole academic year. For further details please go to the BUTEX webpage.
Turing Scheme
The Turing Scheme, the UK government's programme to fund study and work opportunities across the world, was initially launched as a one-year programme for the academic year of 2021/22, and has been extended by the UK government for a further three years. More information on the Turing Scheme funding has been made available to students abroad in 2023/24. News about Turing Scheme funding in 2024/25 will be made available when information is released by the Turing Scheme, but please be aware that funding is limited and is not guaranteed.
Please note that students who are allocated York Future Scholarship funding or UYA Bursary are not eligible to receive Turing funding.
York Futures Scholarship (YFS)
For further information on application deadlines and criteria please see the York Futures Scholarship page.
Please note that students who are allocated York Future Scholarship funding are not eligible to receive Turing funding.
ISEP Community Scholarship
Eligibility: ISEP students from any ISEP Member or Affiliate Institution with demonstrated financial need qualify to apply for the ISEP Community Scholarship. You are encouraged to apply if you are a student who is statistically underrepresented in study abroad in one of the following categories:
- You’re the first person in your family to attend college or university
- You identify as LGBTQ
- You currently serve in your country’s military or you are a military veteran
- You’re an ethnic, racial, or religious minority in your home country
- You have a disability
- You study science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or education
- You are studying abroad to learn a second language
Amount: US $500
Applications close: 1 April for Fall semester (August-December) or Full-Year (August-May), October 15 for Spring semester (January-June)
The ISEP Community Scholarship supports ISEP's mission of making study abroad more affordable and accessible for all students. For further information please see the ISEP Community Scholarship webpage.
ISEP Social Mobility Scholarship
Eligibility: Any ISEP student with demonstrated financial need
Amount: US $1,100
Applications close: 1 April for Fall semester (August-December) or Full-Year (August-May), October 15 for Spring semester (January-June)
The ISEP Accessibility Scholarship is designed to assist students placed in an ISEP program who do not have sufficient funds to cover the upfront costs of studying abroad. This scholarship will provide $1,100 to assist students in covering their expenses. For further information please see the ISEP Accessibility Scholarship page.
Samantha Gross Memorial Accessibility Scholarship
Eligibility: ISEP students who identify as having a specific disability or disabilities
Amount: between US $250 and $1,000
Applications close: 1 April for Fall semester (August-December) or Full-Year (August-May), October 15 for Spring semester (January-June)
The Samantha Gross Memorial Accessibility Scholarship is dedicated to advancing accessibility for students with specific disabilities, ensuring they have the opportunity to experience the transformative benefits of international education. This scholarship reflects ISEP’s commitment to making international education accessible to everyone, regardless of the barriers they may face. For further information, please see the Samantha Gross Memorial Accessibility Scholarship webpage.
ISEP Africa for All Scholarship
Eligibility: Any heritage-seeking student who plans to attend an ISEP program in Africa can apply
Amount: US $1,000
Applications close: 1 April for Fall semester (August-December) or Full-Year (August-May), October 15 for Spring semester (January-June)
The ISEP Africa for All Scholarship is intended to make these programs more inclusive and accessible to heritage-seeking students. Heritage-seeking students are defined as those who choose their study abroad location based on having cultural heritage in Africa. For further information, please see the ISEP Africa for All Scholarship webpage.
ISEP Founders Fellowship
Eligibility: You are eligible to apply for this fellowship if you attend an ISEP Member Institution and meet the eligibility criteria for the fellowship. This includes demonstrated financial need, the submission of a creative project or project prototype, a project proposal, and a personal statement expressing your passion for language learning.
Amount: US $2,500
Applications close: 1 April for Fall semester (August-December) or Full-Year (August-May), October 15 for Spring semester (January-June)
The ISEP Founders Fellowship is restricted to students who are enrolled at an ISEP Member Institution. As an integral part of their interest in living in another country and culture, Founders Fellows are dedicated to learning and improving their ability to speak, read, and understand another language. Founders Fellows believe living, studying, and engaging in another culture will inform and broaden their perspectives and allow them to have an even greater understanding of the language of their host country. For further information, please see the ISEP Founders Fellowship webpage.
JASSO Student Exchange Support Program
Eligibility: UG, PGT, PGR for study from 8 days up to 1 year
Amount: 80,000 JPY (monthly stipend)
Applications: You will need to apply through your host university who can advise you of the application process and deadline(s) once you have been accepted on their exchange programme.
The Japan Student Services Organisation (JASSO) offers scholarships for short-term study for students who are accepted for exchange at a Japanese university. For further information please see the JASSO Student Exchange Support Program page.
York Futures (US and Canada Experiences) Scholarship
Eligibility: Undergraduate students on a year abroad study exchange or unpaid work/research programmes
Amount: £6,000
Applications open: March
Applications close: April
This award was established in 2007 to support students involved in the exchange student programme between the US/Canada and York. It aims, through the generosity of University of York alumni based primarily in North America, to help students realise their international ambitions. Three awards of £6,000 are available for students from York travelling to the US or Canada on study exchange or unpaid work/research programmes in 2025/26. If you are preparing for a placement in the US or Canada in 2025/26, you will be contacted by the Global Opportunities team in Semester 2 if you are eligible.
Please note, funding for placements taking place in 2026/27 and beyond is not confirmed.
Duo-Singapore Fellowship Programme
Eligibility: UG
Amount: up to 4,000 Euros
Applications: The fellowships are administered by the respective participating Singapore universities: Nanyang Technological University (NTU), National University of Singapore (NUS), and Singapore Management University (SMU). Each University will have their own application procedures.
The DUO-Singapore Fellowship Programme is awarded by the Singapore government to promote academic exchanges between full-time undergraduate students who are Singapore (or ASEAN) citizens and students from universities in European countries.
Swiss European Mobility Programme (SEMP)
Eligibility: Decided by your host institution
Amount: Varies year to year
Applications: Administered by the host institution who will provide details to nominated students during the application process.
Students on study placements at partner universities in Switzerland may be eligible for funding via SEMP.