Scholarship details
Are you an American Studies student who wants to spend a year abroad in the United States, one of the most diverse and dynamic countries in the world? Do you want to study at the University of East Anglia (UEA), a leading research-intensive university that is ranked among the top 25 in the UK and the top 200 in the world? Do you want to receive financial assistance and recognition for your academic achievements and potential? If yes, then you might be interested in applying for The Stephen Fry Travel Awards.
The Stephen Fry Travel Awards are scholarship programs that aim to support and empower American Studies students who want to study at UEA for their year abroad in the United States. The scholarships are offered by UEA in collaboration with Stephen Fry, a renowned British writer, actor, and comedian, who is also an honorary graduate of UEA and a passionate lover of America. The scholarships are funded by Mr. Fry, who made a generous donation to UEA to help students with travel expenses.
The scholarships provide £2,500 each to four undergraduate American Studies students per year who are due to take a year abroad in America as part of their studies. The scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, motivation, potential, and impact. The scholarships also provide various benefits and opportunities that will enhance your academic and personal growth, such as:
• Access to UEA’s world-class faculty, facilities, resources, and programs in various fields and disciplines, such as humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, mathematics, and more.
• Access to UEA’s vibrant and diverse community of students, alumni, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Access to UEA’s rich and varied extracurricular activities, clubs, organizations, events, and services.
• Access to prestigious conferences and events, such as the Skoll World Forum, the Ditchley Conferences, and the One Young World Summit.
• Mentorship and guidance from Stephen Fry’s network of advisors and partners, who are experts and leaders in various fields and industries.
• Networking and collaboration with other Stephen Fry Travel Award Scholars, alumni, faculty, and professionals from different backgrounds and cultures.
To be eligible for The Stephen Fry Travel Awards, you must meet the following criteria:
• You must be applying for the Liberal Arts & Sciences programme of UEA with a Year Abroad in America.
• You must have an excellent academic record and demonstrate strong motivation and potential for your chosen field of study.
• You must have a clear vision of how your year abroad will contribute to your personal and professional development and how it will benefit your future career goals.
To apply for The Stephen Fry Travel Awards, you must first apply for admission to your desired undergraduate program at UEA via UCAS. You must submit your application before the deadline specified by each program, which may vary depending on the program. You can find more information about the admission requirements and procedures on the official website.
Once you have applied for admission, you must complete an online application form for the scholarships by Friday 29 December. You can find the application form on the official website. You must provide your personal details, academic achievements, motivation statement, and reference letter.
The selection process will be based on your academic merit, motivation, potential, and impact. The number and amount of scholarships awarded will depend on the availability of funds and the quality of applicants. You will be notified by UEA if you have been selected for the scholarships.
The Stephen Fry Travel Awards are amazing opportunities for American Studies students who want to study at one of the most diverse and dynamic universities in the UK and experience one of the most diverse and dynamic countries in the world. If you think you have what it takes to become a Stephen Fry Travel Award Scholar, don’t hesitate to apply today and join a community of changemakers who are committed to making a difference in the world.
