Europe

The Gelfman International Summer Fund has been established by Robert W. Gelfman (Wharton ’53) to create opportunities for personally enriching international research and/or service for students in the summer between their junior and senior year. The Fund is expected to cover two or three students each summer. Penn juniors from any of Penn’s undergraduate schools and in any discipline are eligible.

Funds two or more years of graduate study in nearly any academic discipline at the University of Oxford for leaders and advocates with a demonstrated commitment to helping the less fortunate and becoming leaders in their field (Penn nomination required)

NOTE: The Mitchell Scholarship is currently on hiatus and will NOT be accepting applications during 2024-2025. Funds a one-year master's degree in nearly any academic discipline at any university in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for thought leaders and advocates with a demonstrated commitment to helping the less fortunate and becoming leaders in their field (Penn nomination required)

Funds one or (preferably) two or more years of graduate study in nearly any academic discipline at any university in the United Kingdom for thought leaders and advocates with a demonstrated commitment to helping the less fortunate and becoming collaborative leaders who engage with UK colleagues while and after their study in the UK (Penn nomination required)

Funds a full-time PhD or master's degree in nearly any academic field at the University of Cambridge for individuals with a sustained commitment to producing positive change and using the knowledge gained through their graduate degree to work toward the greater good

Fulbright Grants fund 8-12 months of international experience in over 140 countries. Program is open to US citizens from all backgrounds. Applicants should be genuinely interested in engaging with diverse populations, and Fulbright encourages applicants representing the US’s racial, ethnic, gender identity, socioeconomic status, and regional diversity.

A two-year leadership development program that supports students who have a passion for helping others.

Financial support to assist with travel expenses related to intellectually enriching undergraduate research or fellowship experiences.

The Hassenfeld Foundation Social Impact Grant has been established to provide support to students who are undertaking innovative social impact projects with potential for real-world outcomes. Grants will be awarded up to $5,000 depending on the needs of the project.

Funds innovative ideas to help children and youth anywhere in the world affected by conflict in the Middle East.