There are a number of ways to raise additional money for your study abroad experience. Getting your family, friends and neighbors involved is a good place to start.

Here are some ideas that worked for other students.

• Doing odd jobs like walking neighbors’ dogs, mowing lawns, or washing cars can help raise money for personal expenses.


• Holding a garage sale and asking relatives to donate items to sell.


• Ask your friends and siblings to hold a bake sale and donate the proceeds to a good cause -- your study abroad.


• Appeal to your local community and religious organizations. These groups may set aside funding or take up special collections for students. Also, if you or your family belong to any community or religious organization, those groups may be more apt to sponsor you. In return, you may be asked to serve as a representative or role model in the community. If you participate in our clinical or humanitarian internships or volunteer at charitable organizations during your program, some community and religious organizations may be more willing to support your efforts.


• In exchange for sponsorship, promise a local organization (like a Kiwanis Club) that you will prepare a presentation on your study abroad experience once you return.