91ÖÆƬ³§â€™S Minority Serving Institution Grant
February 13, 2021
91ÖÆƬ³§ is proud to announce a new addition to our lineup of scholarships and grants: the Minority Serving Institution Grant. In keeping with 91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s organizational mission, vision, and commitments, this grant emphasizes our strong belief that studying abroad should be accessible for all students. Available beginning in Fall 2021, qualifying students will receive an automatic award of $2,000 applicable toward any in-person 91ÖÆƬ³§ semester or year-long program.
91ÖÆƬ³§ Minority Serving Institution Grant FAQs
What is a Minority Serving Institution (MSI)?
MSIs are higher education institutions that serve a significant population of minority students, as identified by the U.S. State Department. MSIs include Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Asian American and Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AAPISIs), among others. See a list of recognized MSIs .
Who is eligible for the 91ÖÆƬ³§ MSI Grant?
Any student who attends a is eligible for the grant. The grant can be applied to any in-person 91ÖÆƬ³§ program for the semester or year.
How do I apply and how does the grant work?
The $2,000 grant will automatically be applied to eligible students’ 91ÖÆƬ³§ account when they begin an 91ÖÆƬ³§ application. There is no additional application process for the grant. The MSI Grant cannot be combined with the 91ÖÆƬ³§ State School Grant, but can be awarded along with any other 91ÖÆƬ³§ scholarship opportunities. Students can for the semester or year program of their choice to get started.
How many times can I receive the 91ÖÆƬ³§ MSI Grant?
Students are eligible to receive the MSI Grant for each semester or academic year 91ÖÆƬ³§ program that they attend.
I don’t qualify. Does 91ÖÆƬ³§ offer other scholarships and grants?
Yes! We offer a variety of funding opportunities including a State School Grant, Work-to-Study options, general scholarships, and more. See all of 91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s study abroad scholarships and financial aid offerings.
I have additional questions about the 91ÖÆƬ³§ MSI Grant. Where do I go?
Institutional partners can reach out to their 91ÖÆƬ³§ field director to discuss the grant and any questions. Students who have active 91ÖÆƬ³§ applications can reach out to their 91ÖÆƬ³§ program advisor, and students without an application can send an inquiry to studyabroad@ifsa-butler.org.