There are many resources available to help you fund your OHIO education. Aside from merit-based scholarships, you may be eligible for awards and fellowships, and in some cases, employment.
Charles J. Ping International Leadership Award
International Student and Scholar Services created this award in 2010 to recognize outstanding leadership by an F-1 or J-1 international student enrolled in Ohio University. This award is named for former President Emeritus Charles J. Ping, Ohio University's president from 1975-1994, to honor his support for international education and exchange.
President Emeritus Ping's leadership resulted in the expansion of international education at Ohio University. In 2016, a second category was added to recognize leadership and contributions to the international community by students who are not in F-1 or J-1 nonimmigrant status.
How to Apply
Application review and selection takes place during the Spring semester. You can learn more about the award and application process on the Leadership Awards site .
Ohio International Consortium Outstanding International Student Awards
The Outstanding International Student Awards have been developed by the Ohio International Consortium (OIC) to recognize international students who have become assets to the State of Ohio during their academic program. These awards recognize students who have succeeded academically, and successfully integrated into the fabric of their campuses and surrounding communities.
Two awards will be given annually, one for undergraduate students and one for graduate students. Sponsored by the Ohio International Consortium, the awards carry a cash value of $1,500.
Eligibility
Students who will graduate within the calendar year in which the application is open are eligible to apply (e.g., application opened Spring 2022 means students graduating at any point in the 2022 calendar year are eligible to apply). Students must highlight how they demonstrate the core values outlined by the OIC.
Primary Core Values
You will be asked to highlight how you have applied or demonstrated these primary core values at your current institution.
- Scholarship:The creation and application of knowledge, with an emphasis on scholarly inquiry, research, experimentation, investigation, and creative production.
- Global Citizenship and Competence:The ability to apply knowledge and skills for responsible civic life and action. To foster a student’s ability to appreciate, investigate and understand a cultural background different from his or her own. Cultural competency promotes tolerance, understanding and respect for a variety of cultures, domestic and international, and facilitates opportunity for interaction, communication and engagement.
- Leadership/Partnership:Motivating others to take actions that would not otherwise have been taken. Influencing and energizing the ideas, actions and capabilities of others toward the betterment of society. Working collaboratively to address complex issues and problems, both within and beyond the boundaries of their university.
How to Apply
For full consideration, you must submit:
- Completed Application Form
- Completed responses to the application questions (see primary core values section)
- Any certificates or relevant supporting documents that support your application
- Current resume or CV
- Two letters of reference — at least one from a faculty member who is familiar with the applicant’s professional and personal achievements. The other may be from a departmental staff member, another faculty member or a fellow student.
Additional Financial Resources
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Joann B. Stedman International Grant Fund
The Joann B. Stedman International Grant Fund provides monetary support for international students experiencing an emergency situation or for academic opportunities.
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International Scholarships
International students may be eligible for merit scholarships or other funding resources.
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Office of Nationally Competitive Awards
The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards (ONCA) supports undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent alumni, who are applying for awards related to summer research, internships and study abroad.