Gilman-McCain Scholarship

The Gilman-McCain Scholarship, provided by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, assists undergraduate students who are child or spousal dependents of active or activated United States military personnel at the time of application. This program supports students who want to participate in credit-bearing study abroad programs or internships. To qualify, applicants must be accepted into or applying for a program located in a country with a Level 1 or Level 2 Travel Advisory.

In terms of financial aid, applicants must receive some form of Title IV federal financial aid, which is determined by completing the FAFSA. Recipients are awarded $5,000 to help cover the costs of their international educational experiences. The application process operates on two distinct cycles. The deadline for the Fall cycle is Thursday, October 1, 2026, while the deadline for the Winter cycle is Tuesday, January 5, 2027. Eligible students must submit proof of their dependent military status during the application process.