The Phil and Beth Gasiewicz Study Abroad Scholarship
For Business Students
Scholarship to support study abroad/international internships for business students

    Introduction
    The Gasiewicz Scholarship was established to help students gain international business experience through study
     abroad/international internships. Awardees will receive $1500 to $2000 to help offset the cost of studying abroad in
     approved programs. These funds may be used for tuition and/or travel-related expenses. In academic year 2008-09,
     3 MBA and 8 undergraduate scholarships will be awarded.

    Eligibility
    • Applicants must be applying to or have been accepted into a study abroad program for academic credit
    • Courses must be pre-approved (for undergraduate students)
    • Students must be full-time students majoring in business
    • Students must be in good academic standing (2.000 GPA or better)
    • Programs that focus on the study of international business preferred
    • Study Abroad Approval form must be submitted (before funds will be distributed)
    • Students must be willing to complete a post-trip survey, essay on their experience and thank-you letter to the
      Gasiewicz family.

    Application Requirements
    • Application
    • Transcripts
    • Personal essay
    • Faculty/advisor recommendation
    • Study abroad program details
    • Course approvals or Study Abroad Approval Form (for undergraduate students)
    • Personal resume (optional)

    Selection Criteria
    Scholarships will be awarded to business students based on:
    • Interest in study abroad and learning about different cultures/countries
    • Ability to show how studying abroad will enhance your business knowledge/career potential
    • Level of maturity and personal integrity

    Application Deadlines