Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA)

Institute of International Education (IIE)

Up to $7,000One early-April deadline covers summer, fall, academic-year and spring programs (April 7 in 2026), so check iie.org for the next date

Who can apply: Students already enrolled in college; U.S. citizens and permanent residents; with demonstrated financial need.

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U.S. undergraduates with financial need can get up to $3,000 for a summer, $5,000 for a semester or $7,000 for a year studying in East or Southeast Asia. Both your study abroad and financial aid advisors have to endorse the application.

What you'll need to apply

  • Essay: Application essays
  • Your study abroad advisor and financial aid advisor both have to endorse the application
  • Proof of enrollment or acceptance: Admitted to or applying to a program in East or Southeast Asia (at least 8 weeks in summer, 10 weeks for a quarter or 12 weeks for a semester)
  • Financial information: Demonstrated financial need
  • For U.S. citizen and permanent resident undergraduates

The sponsor's page only listed some of what's needed, so this list may be missing items. Requirements can change each cycle. Confirm them on the sponsor's page before you apply.

Eligibility

  • • Demonstrated financial need required
  • • Must already be enrolled in college (not open to incoming high school seniors)

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