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If you're interested in studying in China, you have access to more scholarship opportunities.  The Institute of International Education (http://www.iie.org) administers three scholarships that can help fund your study experience in China. 

Freeman-ASIA  (http://www.iie.org/programs/Freeman-ASIA/)

The Freeman-ASIA scholarships are to increase the number of US undergraduate students studying in East and Southeast Asia by providing them with information and financial assistance.  Students can receive up to $3,000 for Summer, $5,000 for Semester, and $7,000 for Academic Year programs.  You can find more information, including deadlines and eligibility requirements on their website.

NSEP (http://www.iie.org/programs/nsep/default.htm)

The National Security Education Program (NSEP) provides funding for US students to study in world regions critical to US interests (including China).  Awards are up to $10,000 for Semester and $20,000 for Academic Year programs.  There is a post-study service requirement attached to this program that students should carefully study prior to applying for this scholarship.  This information, along with eligibility requirements and deadlines are available on their website.

Gilman Scholarship Program (http://www.iie.org//programs/gilman/index.html)

Although the Gilman program is open to all eligible students studying abroad, there is a new Critical Need Language Supplement program, including Chinese, that offers an additional $3,000 in funding.  Eligibility and application information, along with additional program details, is available on their website.

posted on Friday, July 27, 2007 10:56 AM