Wednesday, December 03, 2025, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. | Tillet Hall Room 125, Piscataway
Study Abroad Advising & Events
Virtual Drop-In Advising
Our drop in advising is offered virtually on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (ET) and Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (ET). Stop by anytime during the session and talk to one of our advisors. Click the links below to register and receive the Zoom meeting link.
Reach out to a former study abroad participant to hear about their experiences and insights: Study Abroad Global Ambassadors
**Troubleshooting Zoom Registration**
If you receive an error message when trying to register for drop-in advising, try the following:
(1) Make sure you are using your netid@rutgers.edu email
(2) Confirm that you have activated your Rutgers Zoom account
(3) Contact OIT if issue persists. (It could mean you have a personal Zoom account linked to your Rutgers email. OIT will have to reconfigure this before the system will recognize your account as authorized.)
Study Abroad Events & Information Sessions
Financing Study Abroad Virtual Workshops
Thinking about studying abroad but worried about the costs?
All students are welcome! Join us for a workshop on budgeting tips, scholarship and grant opportunities, and how to maximize your Rutgers Financial Aid award to fund your study abroad experience.
Join our virtual weekly Financial Aid Workshops to learn about:
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How to Access Financial Aid – Discover scholarships, grants, and funding options available for study abroad.
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Budgeting Tips – Get practical advice on planning and managing your expenses.
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Scholarships and Access Programs – Learn about:
• Access the World
• Year of Latin America and the Caribbean
• Access Africa
Workshop Schedule:
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Virtual on Mondays | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET | Register
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Hybrid on Thursdays | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET | Register
In-person location: 102 College Avenue, New Brunswick – Conference Room -
1-on-1 Appointments | Contact Lynell James at ltjames@global.rutgers.edu
National Competitive Scholarships Information Sessions:
Are you a Pell Grant recipient? Learn how the Gilman Scholarship can help fund your undergraduate study abroad or international internship experience. This session will also cover the John McCain International Scholarship for children of military families, offering up to $5,000 to support your global learning journey.
Gilman Scholarship | Recording| Mon Sept 8 3:00-4:00PM Passcode: Yu^Hhm6*
Gilman Scholarship | Recording| Thurs Sept 11 12:00-1:00PM Passcode: 2FK!$zLt
Gilman Scholarship | Recording | Wed Sept 17 3:00-4:00PM Passcode: fi7@b6S&
Gilman Scholarship | Recording | Fri Sept 19 12:00-1:00PM Passcode: fi7@b6S&
Discover how the Boren Awards provide U.S. undergraduates with up to $25,000 for study abroad in critical global regions, with additional funding for STEM majors and summer language study. Up to $30,000 in graduate students fellowships for research and language study. Join this expert-led workshop to learn more about these exciting opportunities. ROTC & Veterans Students are also eligible for these scholarships!
Boren Awards: Scholarships & Fellowships | Recording | Wed Oct 15 3:00-4:00PM Passcode: L5%sV6!Q
Boren Awards: Scholarships & Fellowships | Recording| Wed Nov 12 3:00-4:00PM Passcode: RFf9B!T=
Boren Awards: Scholarships & Fellowships | Register | Tues Feb 17 3:00-4:00PM
LIVE Crafting Competitive Essays - Monday, November 17th - 4:00-5:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Questions? Schedule a one-on-one meeting with a Boren Representative!
Barry Goldwater Scholarship supports sophomores and juniors (U.S. citizens and permanent residents) planning research careers in STEM. Awardees receive up to $7,500/year for educational expenses and access to professional development. Rutgers may nominate up to six students annually. Campus Deadline: Monday, November 24, 2025
Information Sessions:
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Monday, Oct. 20 @ 2 PM ET (Zoom) – Register here
- Friday, October 24 @ 2:00 PM ET - Busch Campus, Science & Engineering Resource Center - Room 204 (space is limited) Address: 118 Frelinghuysen Rd, Piscataway, New Jersey 08854, United States- Register here: https://bit.ly/4lvgUn2
Study Abroad Fairs
Our Fall Study Abroad Fair happened on September 16, 2025 in Livingston Student Center. Check out an article about the event and photos, and stay tuned for information about the next Fair!
Attending the Study Abroad Fair is one of the best ways to learn about global education opportunities. Held annually, the fair is your opportunity to talk directly to our advisors, program directors, and partner institutions.
Enjoy free food, grab some swag and enter to win application fee waivers and study abroad scholarships!