The Honors College strongly encourages students to study abroad. In addition to the range of study abroad options available through the Center for Global Engagement, students can choose programs that are specifically tailored to the interests of Honors students.
Our programs combine the hallmarks of Honors education--interdisciplinarity, self-directed study, academic rigor--with a global focus on cultural competencies, mutual understanding, and diversity of thought and experience. With exciting destinations in different parts of the world, you can find the program that fits best for you.
To make our short-term programs affordable and accessible, the Honors College contributes significant funding to lower the overall program fees for all students.
Interested students should consult with the Dr. Felix Wang, Assistant Dean to learn more.
2023 Programs
- Honors Seminar: Dominican Republic (Spring-break)
- Honors Carribean Summer Abroad
- Honors Study Abroad in Barcelona
Honors College Scholarships
Honors offers Study Abroad scholarships to qualified students. These funds must be used for JMU specific-study abroad programs. The awards are offered in the amount of $1,000. For more information, please contact Dr. Felix Wang at wangch@jmu.edu.
Students are encouraged to apply for as many of these scholarships as they are eligible for. The deadline for all scholarships will be December 1, 2022.
Honors Study Abroad Scholarships:
Open to all Honors students. Does not require demonstrated financial need on FAFSA. Submit this application form to honorscollegescholarships@jmu.edu.
Rowley Scholarships:
Eligible students must have demonstrated financial need on FAFSA. Apply through Madison Scholarships Hub.
Parker Scholarships:
Eligible students must be first- or second-year students with demonstrated financial need on FAFSA. Apply through Madison Scholarships Hub.
Wheatley Scholarship:
One $1,000 award. Eligible students must be first- or second-year students with demonstrated financial need on FAFSA. Apply through Madison Scholarships Hub.
Other sources of study abroad funding include:
- The Center for Global Engagement.
- Gilman Scholarships: For pell-eligible students to study abroad. JMU students are competitive for these awards and do receive them. Contact the Director of Student Fellowships Advising to learn more.
- Other study abroad scholarships.
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