STUDY ABROAD
Kaya has its roots in providing sustainable, ethical and empowering volunteer projects and internships, so we are excited to offer a combination of for-credit course study and service work or internship experience.
Study Abroad Projects
What Does It Entail?
Our study abroad options couple in-class studies with out of class service-learning or internship projects. Study abroad students take courses at local universities and participate in a traditional educational setting. Students usually take these courses for credit and we can help to arrange that credit transfer and pre-approval with your home university.
As a study abroad student with Kaya you will also complete a service learning or internship component of your time abroad in addition to your university courses, setting you apart when searching for a job. Depending on the study abroad you pick, you will participate in a 2-6 week volunteer or internship project once classes have ended, or engage in your project while you study. This will help bring the classroom to life and give you practical skills in a setting that promotes professional, educational and self growth. The service learning component of Kaya study abroad is not mandatory by any means, but many students find that it complements their studies abroad, and can even fulfill service or experiential learning requirements at their home university. It is a great way to study abroad and make a difference!
Why Choose Kaya?
Kaya study abroad programs are a fantastic option for students looking to go beyond the traditional program abroad and have an immersive and inspiring time abroad. With courses related to culture, language, international relations, business and more, our programs can satisfy a range of academic requirements and areas of study. If you are looking to complement your study abroad with an internship, we also have options for you.
This is a great program that combines Kaya’s sustainable and ethical volunteer with service learning programs with accredited study at a foreign university. If you are interested in how this opportunity can change your life reach out to a Kaya advisor, who will be happy to answer all of your questions. If you know this is the perfect opportunity for you, please complete our online application form and apply now!
Our Study Abroad Projects
Join the clean and renewable energy internship in South Africa and make an impact environmentally or economically, depending on your field!
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Combine study abroad and intern this fall or spring in Ecuador
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Combine study abroad and service-learning in fall or spring in Ecuador
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Combine study abroad and service-learning this fall or spring in Ecuador
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Combine study abroad and intern this fall or spring in Ecuador
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Easy 4-step application process
APPLY ONLINE
Apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.
TELEPHONE INTERVIEW
Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.
CONFIRMATION
Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.
GET PREPARED
When you have confirmed your project dates we'll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.
Funding your Study Abroad
Studying abroad sounds appealing but many students won’t follow through with it because they think it is cost-prohibitive. The reality is that, with some planning, there are a study abroad opportunity for everyone out there! Indeed, there are many resources that are worth checking before throwing in the towel. You can fundraise and/or apply for a scholarship based on merit, your destination, your background or even your field of study. At Kaya, we want to help you succeed and therefore put together a few ideas on how you may fund your study abroad.
- First stop should be your university – Inquire to your advisor as well as your department head and the financial aid office if there are any study abroad scholarship or financial aid you might be eligible for.
- Check with your destination country government and other loca resources if there are any grants available for international students:
- Henry Luce Foundation – Funds are available to support between fifteen and eighteen americans each year under the age of 30.
- Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA) – It provides scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia.
- Japan Bridging Foundation – It offers scholarships to American undergraduate students participating in study-abroad programs in Japan.
- Your country government might also have financial aid available for students who are looking to study abroad:
- Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships – A few options are available for UK Citizens.
- BUTEX Scholarships – awards provided by universities, colleges and other higher education institutions across the UK that have a shared interest in learning abroad for UK students.
- Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship – This scholarship is available for U.S. Citizens.
- National Security Education Program / David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships – This scholarship is available for U.S. Citizens in exchange to their commitment to work for the public service.
- Don’t forget local resources for funding such as fraternities, sororities, local organizations or special interest groups including:
- The Rotary Club – There are three different types of scholarships they offer, you could be eligible for one of them.
- The Fund for Education Abroad offers a Rainbow Scholarship for LGBTQ students studying abroad.
- The Corinne Jeannine Schillings Scholarships – providing financial assistance to women pursuing their undergraduate degree and studying foreign languages and cultures.
- Phi Kappa Phi offers a study abroad award.
- Other resources worth checking include ScholarshipPortal, InternationalScholarships and The Simple Dollar’s guide to scholarships.
Don’t forget fundraising! Once you secure your placement with Kaya, we will provide you with a comprehensive fundraising guide to get you on your way!