In line with the ASU Charter pillars of accessibility and inclusion, these scholarships aim to reduce the financial hurdle, which is often a significant barrier for students, when it comes to studying abroad. This initiative opens up opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to partake in global education programs and contribute to ASU’s global outreach.
The Arizona State University Global Education Office has committed to providing scholarships totaling more than $1 million to students for study abroad programs during the 2023-24 academic year. This substantial funding will enable students to enhance their learning experiences beyond their ASU campus and engage with the world.
In line with the ASU Charter pillars of accessibility and inclusion, these scholarships aim to reduce the financial hurdle, which is often a significant barrier for students, when it comes to studying abroad. This initiative opens up opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to partake in global education programs and contribute to ASU’s global outreach.
Similar to numerous first-generation college students, Kaytlyn Daffern, a computer science undergraduate, understands the difficulties of navigating the college experience.
“There have been many moments in my journey so far where, because I am a first-generation college student, I wasn’t able to ask for guidance from my parents,” Daffern said. “I’ve always thought that a study abroad would be out of reach for me,” she added.
With the assistance of the Planning Scholarship provided by Arizona State University’s Global Education Office, Daffern is excited about her upcoming international academic experience. She believes this opportunity has the potential to significantly boost her confidence.
The Planning Scholarship, designed for first-generation college students, can be utilized within the next five semesters after the spring semester of their sophomore year. This distinctive scholarship offers students the opportunity to plan their study abroad experience in advance, benefiting from guidance provided by the Global Education Office.
Recently, the US Africa Institute and ASU have announced a strategic partnership with the aim of increasing educational opportunities and success for Black high school students and aspiring college-goers across the globe.
ASU’s Office of American Indian Initiatives also organized its annual INSPIRE program on campus. With over 3,000 Indigenous students currently enrolled, ASU continues to strengthen its commitment to the Indigenous community by offering a no-cost college readiness initiative.
