The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship supports Pell-eligible undergraduate students with substantial financial assistance (up to $5,000) to study or intern abroad, plus an additional $3,000 for the study of a Critical Need Language.
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Gilman Scholarship applicants are supported by a partnership between the UNL Office of Global Experiences and the Office of Undergraduate Research & Fellowships.
2024-25 Application Timelines
Fall Application Opens: Mid-August 2024
Applications Due: October 10, 2024
Apply in Fall to fund study abroad during Winter or January term 2025, Spring 2025, Summer 2025, Fall 2025, and academic year 2025-2026 abroad programs.
Spring Application Opens: Mid-January 2025
Applications Due: March 6, 2025
Apply in Spring to fund study abroad during Summer 2025, Fall 2025, academic year 2025-2026, and Spring 2026 abroad programs or internships.
Watch Information Session
Watch the most recent Gilman Scholarship Information Session from Global Experiences and Undergraduate Research & Fellowships advisors.
Start your Gilman application
On the Gilman Scholarship website, register and fill out your application. The application is open from mid-August - early October, and mid-January - early March.
Huskers Abroad 101
Attend a 30-minute interactive workshop to plan your study abroad adventure.
Program Search
Browse the available study abroad programs and host countries.
Meet My Advisor
Meet with a Global Experiences Advisor and determine my program budget.
Essay Guidelines
Gilman applicants write 3 essays:
- Statement of Purpose
- Building Mutual Understanding
- Follow-On Service Project Proposal
Get Inspired
In 2021-22, UNL had a record 54 Gilman Scholarship Recipients!
Optional Essay Feedback
Discuss essay drafts with a Fellowships Advisor.