Study Grants
The Dean Rusk Study Abroad Grant requires enrollment in a study abroad program earning transfer credit through another institution.
It is important to note that third party study abroad program fees are considered the lowest priority when awarding Dean Rusk grants.
Students applying for a Dean Rusk Grant for a non-Davidson summer program must also complete the college’s Summer Study Abroad Application for non-Davidson Programs by February 1.
Applying for the Grant
For this grant, each student is required to complete the following steps:
- Consult with the Dean Rusk office to discuss your project proposal.
- Write a proposal.
- Complete travel grant budget report.
- If applicable, obtain a language proficiency recommender (required where English is not the predominant language in the country for your proposed project).
It is strongly recommended students also obtain a faculty recommendation, but it is NOT required.
Writing Your Proposal
A strong proposal includes:
- What is the program of study you wish to participate in?
- Why is this specific program of study important for you to attend?
- How will this program of study influence your academic goals?
- Which course(es) do you plan to enroll in?
- What prerequisites have you completed in preparation to successfully complete your proposed course(es)?
- What other knowledge or expertise do you have that will assist you during your program of study (i.e. language proficiency)?
Deadline
2024 Research Grants will be available when the spring grant cycle opens at the close of the fall grant cycle, with an application deadline of February 1, 2024.
To start your application, use Submittable.
Recently Funded Study Grants
Qasid Arabic Institution
Elias Henderson '24
Elias immersed himself in a 9-week study program learning the Arabic language and culture at the Qasid Arabic Institute in Amman, Jordan.
Caesarea Archaeological Field School
Emma Bazemore '24
Emma participated in a 4-week archeology dig at the Caesarea Archaeology Field School in Caesarea, Israel. Along the Mediterranean coast of Israel, she engaged in the daily tasks of excavation, artifact recovery, and more.
Fulbright Tunghai University Mini Semester
Rin Davis '24
Rin studied at Tunghai University in Taichung, Taiwan. She enrolled in a 5-week mini semester learning the Chinese language. She also had the opportunity for an incredible cultural immersion within Taiwanese culture.
