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Financial Planning
According to the Institute of International Education, the number one reason students don’t study abroad is due to the cost. GLO understands the importance of financial planning and that it needs to start early. That is why GLO offers both short- and long-term payment plan options that allow you to pay for your program costs on a monthly basis prior to the seminar you want to attend.
Our payment plans are flexible—you can pay as much or as little as you want per month. The goal is that our plans allow you to budget accordingly to pay the seminar costs in smaller, monthly payments instead of having to pay the full amount at once. Plus, GLO will apply any scholarships you receive for your program at any time, and all of your money is refundable until 60 days prior to your seminar start date.
Example: Winter Europe 2024-25
Cost of the program (ground only): $5,705
- July 15: Accepted into program
- August 1: $500 deposit
- September 1: $1,256
- October 1: $1,256
- November 1: $1,256
- December 1: $1,257
This is only an example as pricing and fees vary depending on international airfare preferences and university fees. Contact GLO for assistance with your payment plan options.
Call to learn more about our payment plan options:
(480) 874-0100
GLO payment plans are only offered for programs open to all university students in good academic standing. GLO payment plans aren’t valid for students at institutions where they have to pay their study abroad program fees through their university.
Scholarship Information
Finding money to study abroad
Many academic institutions are emphasizing the development of international experience and a global mindset within their student bases. In order to encourage this, many institutions offer scholarships specifically for studying abroad.
Aside from the scholarships offered by your academic institution, there are general international scholarships offered by several foundations and organizations. A seminar abroad with GLO is an investment in your education and professional career, and it’s important to start thinking about your financial planning strategy early. GLO offers the following scholarships for in-person travel seminars (scholarships are not applicable to virtual or private study abroad programs):
The Founders Scholarship
Description:
The Founders Scholarship was created to support students who want to attend a GLO seminar and have additional financial need. These awards go to students who are actively finding ways to finance their program with GLO and have thoughtful personal, professional, and academic goals for their time abroad.
Qualifications:
Students must be currently enrolled in a GLO seminar.
How to Apply:
Submit an essay of 1,000–2,000 words through the Founders Scholarship Application form before the deadline addressing these three topics:
- Discuss your goals for the program and how you think attending a GLO seminar will benefit you personally, professionally, and academically.
- Discuss your financial strategy and explain all of your efforts to fund your seminar with GLO.
- Will this scholarship determine if you attend? Describe if and how this award would positively impact your attendance in your program.
Selection Criteria:
Essays will be evaluated by a GLO selection team on the following guidelines:
- Student’s thoughtfulness of their goals during their seminar and clear articulation of personal, professional, and academic benefits.
- Described financial need and additional efforts to secure full funding for their program.
- Overall presentation, storytelling, and professionalism.
Requirements if Selected:
- Write a blog between 750–1,500 words with 4–6 pictures.
- Write a half-length blog of 325–750 words with a 60-second video covering the subject of the blog. The blog can quote from the video but cannot be a transcript of the video.
- Create a 5-minute video that includes at least 30–45 seconds of vlog content spoken directly to the camera while on location. Voiceover may be included for the remainder of the video.
- Write and publish a program review to GoAbroad and GoOverseas.
Application Deadlines:
- Winter applications are due October 15th.
- Summer applications are due February 15th.
- Summer Japan applications are due March 15th.
Awards:
- Awards will range from $250–$1,000 and will be applied toward program fees.
- GLO announces scholarship recipients on October 22nd for winter programs and March 5th for summer programs.
Digital Ambassador Fellowship
Description:
The GLO Digital Ambassador Fellowship is a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in digital content creation, media, and storytelling while abroad. As a fellow, you’ll creatively capture and share your seminar experience for future marketing and recruiting purposes.
This is a paid fellowship — upon successful completion of all fellowship requirements, you will receive a payout directly from GLO. Beyond the payment, this experience allows you to build your resume, strengthen your LinkedIn profile, and gain professional skills in digital media that can benefit your future career.
No prior blogging or video experience is required, just creativity, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for sharing your journey.
Qualifications:
Students must be currently enrolled in a GLO seminar.
No prior media experience necessary, training and guidance will be provided.
How to Apply:
Submit a video entry via the application link below before the deadline:
Submit a video entry (1–4 minutes) via the application link below before the deadline:
Your video should include:
-Why you are choosing to attend your GLO seminar.
-Why you’d like to be a GLO Digital Ambassador Fellow.
-Your experience with video creation (not necessary skill) and how you would be successful in this role.
-Upload your video to a file-sharing service (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) and paste the link into your application.
Selection Criteria:
Video submissions will be evaluated by a GLO selection team on the following guidelines:
- Overall presentation, storytelling, and professionalism.
- General creativity and ability to inspire others with video creation.
- Experience with video creation or willingness to learn, combined with strategies to be successful in this role.
Requirements if selected:
During the program:
-Introduce yourself at orientation as a GLO Digital Ambassador Fellow.
-Capture photos and videos throughout the seminar and encourage peers to share content.
-Share at least 10 Instagram Stories, tagging @glo_studyabroad, to encourage participation in the GLO photo contest.
-Submit images after each business visit into the WhatsApp group for peer use.
-Create visually engaging content across categories: architecture, business visits, scenery, food, and culture.
-Conduct at least 3 student interviews and optional interviews with locals.
-Instagram Takeover: Participate in the GLO Global Moments campaign by creating a one-day Instagram Story Takeover and submitting content for a GLO feed post.
After the program:
Within 3 weeks, upload all photos and videos via the GLO submission form.
Submit a 1–3 minute recap video of your seminar experience.
Write and publish a program review to Go Abroad and Go Overseas.
Application Deadlines:
- Winter applications are due November 15th.
- Summer applications are due March 15th.
- Summer Japan applications are due April 15th.
Awards:
- Payout will range from $500-$750 and will be paid after the seminar.
- GLO announces scholarship recipients in November for winter programs and March for summer programs.
Additional Ways to Fund Your Study Abroad Program
In addition to scholarships, we recommend financial planning or other creative ways to fund your study abroad program:
- Payment Plans through GLO: Learn more about GLO financial planning.
- Financial Aid: Ask your Financial Aid Office on campus to understand all your options.
- Crowdfunding: Utilize platforms like FundMyTravel or GoFundMe.
- Community Donations: Seek support from local communities such as religious, social, or professional groups.
- Private Loans: Look into support or loans from local banks.
- Fundraising: Organize events like car washes, tutoring, or other fundraising activities.
- Scholarship Apps: Use smartphone apps like Scholarship Grab or Scholly to find additional scholarships.
