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Study Abroad Access Initiative (Scholarship Program) Featured: Print  Share
  • Program Terms: Spring, Summer
  • Restrictions: Memphis applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2026 10/01/2025 10/01/2025 TBA TBA
Summer 2026 03/01/2026 03/01/2026 TBA TBA
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Eligibility: Hooks African American Male Initiative (HAAMI) Click here for a definition of this term GPA Requirement: 2.5
Click here for a definition of this term Program Type: Scholarship
Program Description:
University of Memphis
Study Abroad Access Initiative 

The goal of the Study Abroad Access Initiative (SAAI) is to encourage University of Memphis (UofM) students to participate in an international education experience by eliminating the upfront financial barriers associated with the cost of education abroad. 


ELIGIBILITY

To be considered for the SAAI Scholarship, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
  • Be an active participant in the University of Memphis TRiO at the time of application
  • Meet the minimum application requirements for a University of Memphis Study Abroad Program
  • If receiving Pell grant, applicants must attend one Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Workshop, offered by UofM Education Abroad Office
APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must submit the following by the deadline:
  • Complete Online Questionnaire
  • Submit statement of purpose, which must be certified by the UofM English Learning Center (ELC) located in Patterson Hall 225 or the Center for Writing and Communication, located on the first floor of Ned R. Mcwherter Library
  • Online Approval from a TRiO program coordinator 
  • Apply for national, international scholarships, and UofM scholarships for education abroad, in which applicants qualify 

RECIPIENT REQUIREMENTS

Students Awarded the SAAI Scholarship must complete the following:​
  • Must give a power-point presentation at a TRiO meeting following the education abroad program
    • Presentation must cover application, planning process and highlights of study abroad experience
Click "Apply Now" to begin the online application.