Study Abroad + Funding

The Samuel and Alicja Fiszman Scholarship is open to any undergraduate student at Indiana University Bloomington who intends to pursue study in Poland on an IU-approved, credit-bearing overseas study program in Warsaw or Kraków. There are two types of scholarships: one for summer study abroad (up to $2,500) and the other for a semester or academic year stay (up to $5,000). Students are encouraged to apply even if study abroad plans are not yet finalized.

Both universities in Kraków and Warsaw offer many exciting programs for English-speaking students. If you choose to study at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, for instance, you can take courses at the Centre for European Studies, one of the many programs in which students receive up to 13 credits per semester. In addition to the Polish language, you can take other courses in Central European history and culture taught in English.

A completed application will consist of:

· a letter of application that identifies the intended program, explains the applicant’s interest in Polish Studies, and discusses how study abroad will contribute to the realization of the student’s goals;

· an unofficial IU transcript (PDF from One.iu.edu is acceptable);

· a letter of recommendation from a faculty member familiar with the student’s work. Note: The letter should be sent to the PSC directly from the faculty member. Letters transmitted via the applicant will not be accepted;

· a tentative budget (cost of program, airfare, accommodations, etc.) Applications will be reviewed by the PSC Fellowship Committee. An announcement of the winner will be made by the beginning of May. Application materials should be sent to the Polish Studies Center, at polish@iu.edu. Contact Colton Ames, Associate Director of PSC, at colames@iu.edu with any questions.

The Office of the Vice President for International Affairs maintains exchange agreements that provide a variety of opportunities for Indiana University graduate students to conduct research, study, and teach at selected partner institutions abroad. Information and application materials are available at the OVPIA web page. Brief information about partner institutions in Poland follows.

• Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland
  One-semester position for study or research in any academic field that can be accommodated at Jagiellonian University. Expenses for round-trip air travel, lodging, board, and health insurance are covered for participants up to one month. Students who secure their own funding may be able to extend their stay.
• University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
  Academic year or semester position for study or research in any academic field that can be accommodated at University of Warsaw. Expenses for round-trip air travel, lodging, board, and health insurance are covered for participants up to one month. Students who secure their own funding may be able to extend their stay.

The Polish Studies Center offers the Polish Century Club of Indianapolis Exploratory Fellowship for graduate students in the first two years of their study at Indiana University. The Polish Century Club Exploratory Research Fellowship provides up to $2,000 for research in Poland for the upcoming Summer, Fall, and Spring terms. The fellowship is open to graduate and professional students who want to investigate the possibility of further research in Poland. The primary purpose of the grant is to support early-stage research, including making contact with academics and other experts with knowledge relevant to the proposed research. Language study is also encouraged as a secondary activity. A student who has been accepted to the exchange with the University of Warsaw or Jagiellonian University may receive the fellowship in order to prolong the stay in Poland for purposes of research or for additional language study. A summer language program may also be combined with the exploratory research in Poland. Funds may support research, including travel expenses and cost of attending a conference. Students with limited prior experience in Poland are particularly encouraged to apply.

A complete application will consist of:

· a research statement, not to exceed 500 words;

· a letter of support from the student's advisor. Note: The letter should be sent to the PSC directly from the faculty member. Letters transmitted via the applicant will not be accepted;

· an unofficial IU transcript (PDF from One.iu.edu is acceptable);

· a tentative budget (cost of airfare, accommodations, etc.)

· recommended: indication of mentoring support at a Polish institution. This might include emails from scholars in Poland and/or detailed information from the student's advisor.

Applications will be due the Wednesday after Spring Break each year and will be reviewed by the PSC Fellowship Committee. An announcement of the winner will be made by the beginning of April. Application materials should be submitted to the Polish Studies Center at polish@iu.edu. Contact Colton Ames, Associate Director of PSC, at colames@iu.edu with any questions.

OVPIA administrates this faculty exchange program with Jagiellonian University in Kraków. Their description below:

Program duration: Maximum of one month

Jagiellonian University (JU), founded in 1364, is the oldest university in Poland. It is located in the historic city of Krakow and has close to 50,000 students. JU has leading programs in law, philosophy, linguistics, Polish language and literature, and natural sciences.

One IU participant is selected each academic year. Applicants should have a clear research agenda that JU can accommodate.

Expenses for round-trip air travel, lodging, board, and health insurance are covered for participants up to one month.

More application and program information is available from OVPIA: https://global.iu.edu/partnerships/faculty-exchange/index.html

OVPIA administrates this faculty exchange program with the University of Warsaw. Their description below:

Program duration: Maximum of one month

University of Warsaw (UW) is Poland’s largest university with close to 60,000 students and is one of the top universities in Poland. The university is located in downtown Warsaw, the capital of the country. UW has strong programs in Polish Studies, social sciences, linguistics, and a variety of research institutes.

One IU participant is selected each academic year. Applicants should have a clear research agenda that UW can accommodate.

Expenses for round-trip air travel, lodging, board, and health insurance are covered for participants up to one month.

More application and program information is available from OVPIA: https://global.iu.edu/partnerships/faculty-exchange/index.html