Notre Dame Global believes that study abroad is a unique opportunity for academic, personal, and intercultural growth. With generous support from alumni and donors, NDG Study Abroad is proud to offer funding to students in NDG-sponsored study abroad programs.
Cultural Enrichment Funds
Guidelines & Requirements
- $500 maximum award.
- Awarded for travel within a student's host country.
- Recipients are required to submit a message of gratitude to the donor of the fund. Information about this process will be provided once awards are made.
- Funding cannot be used for:
- Activities not covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions ( i.e. renting a car or operation of a motor vehicle, scuba diving, hang gliding, bungee jumping, or other high risk activities).
- Meals/food.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
- Fall Semester Abroad - September 28
- Spring Semester Abroad - March 6
These deadlines are the same regardless of program start dates.
Application for Cultural Enrichment Funds
Special Consideration Scholarship
JOHN T. RYAN III ENDOWMENT FOR EXCELLENCE FOR NDG
This scholarship is for unforeseen and disruptive circumstances which may prevent a student's ability to continue participating in their chosen program while abroad.
Examples may include domestic travel requirements for visa applications, lost or stolen passport while abroad, or emergency accommodations. This scholarship is not for general funding concerns, application-related expenses, lost or stolen personal items, or requests which are related to the augmentation, rather than continuation, of a student's ability to participate in a program.
*Please note that international flight is supported by financial aid and thus does not qualify for this funding.
Application For Special Consideration Funding
Cultural enrichment funding is made possible through generous support from alumni and donors. Notre Dame Global would like to express sincere appreciation to the following:
PAYTON L. CELEDINAS ENDOWMENT FOR EXCELLENCE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
The Payton L. Celedinas Endowment for Excellence for International Studies advances Notre Dame's goals for internationalization by supporting the integration of academic, extracurricular, and cultural learning throughout the study abroad experience. The fund enables internships and other extracurricular activities that enrich the academic and cultural learning of students in non-English speaking NDG study abroad programs located in Europe.
PALKA/REALI MEMORIAL FUND
The Palka/Reali Memorial Fund advances Notre Dame's goals for internationalization by supporting the integration of academic, extracurricular, and cultural learning throughout the study abroad experience. The fund supports extracurricular opportunities for students in NDG study abroad programs that enhance knowledge and awareness of cultures around the world and inspire students to examine their responsibilities as part of the world community.
PARIKH FAMILY ENDOWMENT FOR EXCELLENCE FOR NOTRE DAME GLOBAL
The Parikh Family Endowment for Excellence for Notre Dame Global advances Notre Dame's goals for internationalization by supporting the integration of academic, extracurricular, and cultural learning throughout the study abroad experience. The fund enables internships and other extracurricular activities that enrich the academic and cultural learning of students in NDG study abroad programs.
JOHN T. RYAN III: ENDOWMENT FOR EXCELLENCE FOR NOTRE DAME GLOBAL
Established in 2023, this endowment supports the student life and enrichment of undergraduate students with financial need while traveling abroad, including but not limited to internships and study abroad opportunities, funds for travel while abroad, assistance with the fees and items needed to travel abroad, and support for students participating in summer study abroad programs.