Harold Burton Study Abroad Assistance Award

Preference will be given to:

• Students with financial need
• Students with an overall GPA of > 3.2 at the time of application
• Students who have selected this program to enhance their current academic program
• Students who will return to UB for at least one semester after completion of the program
• First-time study abroad participants
• Students enrolled in (but not limited to) the following health-related majors: Public Health; Pre-medicine; Nursing/pre-Nursing; Occupational Therapy; areas in the social sciences that emphasize behavior modification for the prevention and management of chronic disease.

• Applications will be reviewed by a SPHHP Awards Committee.
• The award decision of the committee is final and not subject to appeal.
• Recipients of the award will be asked to help promote study abroad programs that focus on global health upon their return.

• An unofficial transcript
• A personal statement that includes an explanation or description of:
  • Your financial need
  • Your leadership experience
  • Why you found this particular program intriguing or interesting.
  • How this study will enhance your career path, including your personal and professional development
  • Prior experience with studying, traveling or living in another country (if applicable).
  • Life experiences you think will enhance your participation in this type of experiential learning environment.
• Please indicate whether or not you have either received, applied for, or intend to apply for another scholarship or assistance award

Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. October 4 and can be sent as an email attachment to Jillian Szafranski or delivered in person to Room 419 Kimball Tower, UB South Campus.

Awards will be announced by October 18.