We are committed to offering global experiences that enable students to grow and learn about the world. To help you achieve your goals, LA&PS has the LA&PS International Study Abroad Award to support global learning. Please read the eligibility criteria carefully and only apply for the period in which you are travelling (i.e. only select the application form for the dates you are travelling). Please note that non-LA&PS students are not eligible to apply for this award.
Students travelling from May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2026
LA&PS International Study Abroad Award
Only current registered LA&PS undergraduate students (domestic or international) participating in a Summer Study Abroad or Away faculty-led course (3.0 or 6.0 credits) with a minimum GPA of 5.00 (C+) are eligible to apply.
Students are eligible to receive one award within an academic year and a maximum of two awards in the duration of their studies.
Who is not Eligible?
Students participating in any other study abroad opportunities, including:
- York International Summer Study Abroad faculty-led courses (3.0 or 6.0 credits),
- York International Academic Exchanges (one or two terms),
- York International Global Internships,
- York International Placement Practicums abroad,
- Experiential field trips abroad in an LA&PS course and
- International conference presentations.
Students from other YorkU faculties are not eligible for this award and should contact their home faculty for information on funding opportunities. Similarly, graduate students are not eligible and should contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies for information on funding opportunities.
Award Confirmation
You will be notified of the award confirmation decision via e-mail within four weeks of submitting your application. If you apply for funding more than 3 months in advance of your departure date (ex. if you apply for funding in January but whose programs do not start until July) you should not expect to receive any funding until one month before your departure.
Awarded funds will be deposited into your student account at York University. You may request a refund via Student Financial Services to transfer the award from your student account to your bank account.
If you applied for LA&PS International Study Abroad Award, you can also apply to York International for additional funding, but are not guaranteed to receive multiple awards.
Deadlines
Students should apply for funding roughly 4 weeks prior to their official date of departure or start date of the activity to allow time for the funding to be posted to their accounts. Awards are intended to provide support to eligible undergraduate students for their upcoming study abroad experience – retroactive applications (e.g. applications made while you are abroad or after you have returned) will not be considered.
Please note: Students must use their YorkU e-mail address to apply as e-mail addresses from outside the York organization are not supported by the application platform. If your @my.yorku.ca e-mail address is not working, please input your YorkU e-mail address using only @yorku.ca.
How much could I receive?
- Summer Study Abroad or Away faculty-led course (3.0 or 6.0 FCE): $500 per student, regardless of program duration or destination.
Students travelling before April 30, 2025
LA&PS International Study Abroad Award
Current registered LA&PS undergraduate students (domestic or international) with a minimum GPA of 5.00 (C+) are eligible to apply. Students from other YorkU faculties are not eligible for this award and should contact their home faculty for information on funding opportunities. Similarly, graduate students are not eligible and should contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies for information on funding opportunities.
Who is Eligible?
Current registered LA&PS undergraduate students (Canadian or international) with a minimum GPA of 5.00 (C+) are eligible to apply. Graduate students should contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies for information on funding opportunities.
Applicants must also be approved for one of the following York University sanctioned global learning opportunities:
- LA&PS Summer Study Abroad faculty-led course (3.0 or 6.0 credits)
- LA&PS Summer Study Away faculty-led course (3.0 or 6.0 credits)
- York International Summer Study Abroad faculty-led course (3.0 or 6.0 credits)
- York International Academic Exchange (one or two terms)
- York International Global Internship
- York International Placement Practicum abroad
- Experiential field trip abroad in a LA&PS course
- International conference presentation
Students are eligible to receive one award within an academic year and a maximum of two awards in the duration of their studies (as long as one is associated with a student exchange program).
Award Confirmation
You will be notified of the decision via e-mail within two weeks of Students will usually be notified of the award confirmation decision via e-mail within four weeks of submitting their application. Students that apply for funding more than 3 months in advance of their departure date (ex. Students that apply for funding in April but do not begin their academic exchange until September) should not expect to receive any funding prior to the month before their departure.
Awarded funds will be deposited into your student account at York University. You may request a refund via Student Financial Services to transfer the award from your student account to your bank account.
Students who apply for an International Study Abroad Award can also apply to York International for additional funding, but are not guaranteed to receive both awards.
Funding for the LA&PS International Study Abroad Award comes from various donation pools, so your award confirmation may state that you have received funding from a different source.
Deadlines
Students should apply for funding 4 to 8 weeks prior to their official date of departure or start date of the activity to allow time for the funding to be posted to their accounts. Awards are intended to provide support to eligible undergraduate students for their upcoming study abroad – retroactive applications (e.g. applications made while you are abroad or after you have returned) will not be considered.
Please note: Students must use their YorkU e-mail address to apply as e-mail addresses from outside the York organization are not supported by the application platform. If your @my.yorku.ca e-mail address is not working, please input your YorkU e-mail address using only @yorku.ca.
How Much Could I Receive?
- Summer Study Abroad or Away faculty-led course (3.0 or 6.0 FCE): Depending on eligibility, students will be granted study abroad funding following the chart below. Funding amounts are determined based on program duration, destination, and associated cost of living in destination.
| Destination | Duration | Max Funding Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Europe | 1-2 weeks | Up to $500 |
| Europe | 2-3 weeks | Up to $600 |
| Europe | 3-4 weeks | Up to $700 |
| Asia | 1-3 weeks | Up to $700 |
| Asia | 3-4 weeks | Up to $1000 |
| Latin America | 1-2 weeks | Up to $250 |
| Latin America | 3-4 weeks | Up to $500 |
| North America | 1-2 weeks | Up to $500 |
| North America | 2-3 weeks | Up to $600 |
| North America | 3-4 weeks | Up to $700 |
- Short-term study abroad programs (less than 3.0 FCE): Up to $500, depending on program type, duration, destination and availability of funds.
- Experiential field trip abroad in a LA&PS course: Up to $500, depending on program type, duration, destination and availability of funds.
- International conference presentation: Up to $500 depending on program type, duration, destination and availability of funds.
- York International Academic Exchange: Depending on the availability of funds, students will be funded at the maximum level following the chart below.
| Destination | Funding for One (1) Term | Funding for Two (2) Terms |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. – Continental | Up to $1,000 | Up to $1,200 |
| U.S. – Hawaii | Up to $1,200 | Up to $1,500 |
| Caribbean and Central America | Up to $1,000 | Up to $1,200 |
| Northern South America | Up to $1,000 | Up to $1,200 |
| Southern South America | Up to $1,200 | Up to $1,500 |
| Western Europe | Up to $1,000 | Up to $1,200 |
| Eastern Europe | Up to $1,200 | Up to $1,500 |
| Middle East and Central Asia | Up to $1,200 | Up to $1,500 |
| Asia | Up to $1,200 | Up to $1,500 |
| Indian subcontinent | Up to $1,200 | Up to $1,500 |
| Australia and New Zealand | Up to $1,500 | Up to $1,500 |
Other Study Abroad Funding
There are a variety of other study abroad awards available to LA&PS students to help offset the cost of their participation in international experiences.
LA&PS Endowed Awards
York International Mobility Award
Travel subsidy provided to degree-seeking students in support of their participation in global learning opportunities.
York International Endowed Awards
York International is pleased to be able to assist students in accessing scholarship and bursary funding to help offset the cost of their participation in a Global Learning Initiative.
Study in Israel Scholarships
Students participating in an international mobility experience in Israel may be eligible for one of the many scholarships offered through the Israel and Golda Koschitzky Centre for Jewish Studies.
Learn More
For more information please contact the Study Abroad Team.