FIE believes in opening study abroad opportunities for all students through scholarships. We are committed to our values and to reaching students from all communities.
In memory of our late Chairman and FIE founder Sharif Rahman, the Sharif Rahman Memorial Scholarship program was established in 2003 for FIE students. Sharif was an international educator of the highest integrity whose vision and energy shaped the development of FIE and enriched the field of education abroad.
Sharif Rahman Semester and Quarter Programs Scholarships
Eligible Programs
- FIE London: Spring/Fall Semester & Fall/Winter Quarter
- FIE Dublin: Spring/Fall Semester (DBS, TCD, UCD)
- FIE Barcelona: Spring/Fall Semester at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
- FIE Madrid: Spring/Fall Semester at Universidad Nebrija
Award Amount
- $3,000
- In addition to the financial award, all scholarship recipients will participate in a program of supplementary benefits.
Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester & Winter Quarter: October 1
- Fall Semester & Fall Quarter: March 15
- The application deadline for all FIE scholarships is 11:59 pm GMT
Application Routes
Students are required to select one of three application routes which complement FIE's core values. These routes determine the focus of your application essay, and the initiatives that you will engage in whilst on the program:
- Route 1: Diversity and Inclusivity: Leader for Change
- Route 2: Environmental Responsibility: Lead by Example
- Route 3: Charity & Community: Servant Leadership
FIExplore Influencer Scholarship
Document your immersive study abroad experience while gaining resumé-enhancing skills. FIE believes the best way to gain a global perspective is to experience different cultures first-hand, and we are looking for students who want to make a positive impact by sharing their international experience with others.
FIExplore Influencers can be writers, photographers, videographers, or anyone with a creative flair for communication and desire to share their authentic experience. We are especially interested in showcasing the talents of identity groups who are underrepresented in study abroad, as we know seeing real examples of students like them helps encourage greater representation and access.
Eligible Programs
- Any FIE London, Dublin, Madrid, Barcelona program during Spring or Fall Semester, or, Winter or Fall Quarter programs
Award Amount
- $3,000
Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester & Winter Quarter: October 1
- Fall Semester & Fall Quarter: March 15
- The application deadline for all FIE scholarships is 11:59 pm GMT
FIE Dublin @ UCD - STEM
Eligible Program
- FIE Dublin at University College Dublin, Spring/Fall semester in a STEM major
Award Amount
- $3,000
Application Deadlines
- Spring Semester: October 1
- Fall Semester: March 15
- The application deadline for all FIE scholarships is 11:59 pm GMT
Sharif Rahman Summer Programs Scholarships
Eligible Programs
- FIE London: Summer British Studies & Summer Internships
- FIE Dublin: Summer Irish Studies: Business & Culture & Summer Internships
- FIE Barcelona: Summer at UAB
- FIE Madrid: Summer at Universidad Nebrija 1, 2, and 1 & 2
Award Amount
- $1,000
Application Deadline
- February 15
- The application deadline for all FIE scholarships is 11:59 pm GMT
Sharif Rahman Conflict and the Struggle for Peace Program Scholarship
Eligible Programs
- Conflict and the Struggle for Peace: Explorations in Ireland and the Middle East
- Conflict and the Struggle for Peace: Explorations in Ireland and the Middle East + Arabic Study
Award Amount
- $1,000
Application Deadline
- February 15
- The application deadline for all FIE scholarships is 11:59 pm GMT
Sharif Rahman Borders, Mobility and Migration Program Scholarship
Eligible Programs
- Borders, Mobility and Migration: Europe and the MENA
- Borders, Mobility and Migration: Europe and the MENA + Arabic Study
Award Amount
- $1,000
Application Deadline
- February 15
- The application deadline for all FIE scholarships is 11:59 pm GMT
The Small Print
For students applying for a FIE scholarship:
- Applications require additional submissions, such as an essay or advisor/professor recommendation
- Please read all guidance on the MyStudyAbroad@FIE scholarships pages and apply via MyStudyAbroad@FIE
- Only successful applicants will be contacted via email by FIE's scholarship committee. If you have not heard from the committee within one week of the application deadline, your application has not been successful.
- The application deadline for all FIE scholarships is 11:59 pm GMT. Please be aware this may be different from your local time. Contact
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with further questions. - Requests for letters of recommendation will be sent directly by FIE to the email address that you provide us with in the online application form
Fund for education abroad scholarships
FIE is a proud Access Partner of the Fund for Education Abroad (FEA) and shares its commitment to increasing the number of American college students studying abroad through scholarship provision. As a member of the FEA Access Advisory Board (AAB), FIE collaborates with partners, shares best practices in international education, and actively supports FEA’s mission.
FIE became an FEA Access Partner in 2018 and has since welcomed multiple FEA/FIE scholars. In this role, FIE has pledged support of up to $5,000 per academic semester for FEA scholarship applicants planning to participate in an FIE program. Students interested in FIE programs who meet the eligibility requirements must complete an application on the FEA website.
Applicants are automatically considered for all available FEA scholarships, both general and dedicated, based on the information provided in their online application.
Fund for Education Abroad - Access Partner Scholarship
Eligible Programs
- Any FIE London, Dublin, Madrid, Barcelona program during Spring or Fall Semester, or, Winter or Fall Quarter programs
- The FIE Conflict and the Struggle for Peace: Explorations in Ireland and the Middle East (+ Arabic study) summer program
- The FIE Borders, Mobility and Migration: Europe and the MENA (+ Arabic study) summer program
Award Amount
- Up to $5,000
Application Deadline
- The Summer/Fall 2026 application cycle is now CLOSED
