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Study Abroad Student Support Fund (Program Enrollment Program) Print  Share
  • Program Terms: Academic Year
  • Restrictions: KU applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Academic Year 2025-2026 12/19/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program after a decision has been reached and will be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Study Abroad Program Coordinator: Michele Arellano
Program Description:
The Christine Pederson Study Abroad Student Support Fund was created through the generous support of Christine Pederson, University of Kansas alumna and participant in the International Summer School at the University of Oslo. This fund is designed to assist KU students who have applied or been admitted to a study abroad program through KU Study Abroad & Global Engagement and who do not have the immediate funds to cover the cost of a first-time adult U.S. passport. The Study Abroad Student Support Fund will provide grants of up to $165 to assist students in meeting this expense. 

Funds will be disbursed to approved students and must be used for their intended purpose as demonstrated by submission of receipts or another form of documentation to KU Study Abroad & Global Engagement.

Eligibility Requirements
 
  • Degree-seeking KU student
  • Completed application through KU Study Abroad & Global Engagement for credit-bearing study abroad program
  • Financial need as demonstrated by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
  • Applying for first adult U.S. passport

Application Procedures  
 
  • Complete the online application
  • Schedule an appointment with Dana Hill, education program coordinator, at https://studyabroad.ku.edu/study-abroad-advising. During the appointment, applicants’ financial aid statuses will be confirmed and applications reviewed to confirm applicants meet the eligibility requirements.
  • If approved for funds, students will also complete a W-9 during their appointment, for which they will need to know their Social Security Number.

Follow-Up Requirements

Recipients are required to provide documentation of their passport purchase. Recipients are also expected to write a thank you letter.