America-Italy Society of Philadelphia Scholarship for Study Abroad in Italy
Funding Amount
$2,500 per award (up to 4 scholarships available)
Deadline
May 15, 2026
24 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
America-Italy Society of Philadelphia Scholarship for Study Abroad in Italy
Overview: The America-Italy Society of Philadelphia is pleased to announce a call for applications for its Study Abroad in Italy Scholarships, designed to support outstanding undergraduates enrolled at a Greater Philadelphia area university who will be studying abroad in Italy during the AY 2026-27.
Award Details: For the 2026 cycle, AIS-Phila will award up to four (4) scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each.
Geographic Scope: Greater Philadelphia area universities (note: University of Pennsylvania students are NOT eligible and should apply to the Vittorini Scholarship instead)
Eligible Institutions: Accredited colleges and universities located in the Greater Philadelphia area
Focus Areas:
Eligibility Requirements
Undergraduate applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria:
- Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located in the Greater Philadelphia area
- Be planning to study abroad in Italy during the 2026–2027 academic year (fall, spring, or full academic year)
- Have completed at least two semester-long courses in Italian language at the college or university level prior to travelling
- Be in good academic standing at their home institution
Exclusion: University of Pennsylvania students are NOT eligible for this scholarship (they should apply to the Vittorini Scholarship instead)
Selection Criteria
Scholarships will be awarded based on:
Recipient Expectations
AIS-Phila seeks applicants who will serve as enthusiastic ambassadors of Italian culture and who are eager to share their experiences with the broader community.
Scholarship recipients will be expected to:
Contact Information:
Organization Status: Tax-exempt nonprofit under Sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code. TAX ID: 23-1539206
How to Apply
Application Instructions
#### Required Materials
A complete application must include the following materials, submitted as a single PDF:
1. Personal Statement (approximately 750–1,000 words), addressing:
- Your name and home institution
- Your academic background and interests
- Your study abroad program in Italy (location, institution, dates)
- How study in Italy relates to your academic goals, career plans, and engagement with Italian culture
- Why you are a strong candidate for the AIS-Phila Scholarship for Study Abroad in Italy
2. Unofficial Transcript from your current institution, demonstrating completion of at least two Italian courses
3. One (1) Letter of Recommendation from a faculty member familiar with your academic work (preferably in Italian or a related field)
- Recommendation letters should be submitted directly by the recommender at info@aisphila.org
- Subject line: "Letter of Recc. NAME of STUDENTS - AIS-Phila Scholarship"
4. Proof of Acceptance to a study abroad program in Italy
#### Submission Instructions
- Deadline: All application materials must be received no later than May 15th, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
- Email Submission: Send electronically to: info@aisphila.org
- Subject Line: "AIS-Phila Scholarship for Study Abroad – 2026 Application"
- Format: Application materials should be submitted as a single PDF
- Recommendation Letters: May be sent directly by the recommender to the same email address, with the applicant's name clearly indicated in the subject line: "Letter of Recc. NAME of STUDENTS - AIS-Phila Scholarship"
#### Notification Timeline
- Applicants will be notified of award decisions in late May/early June 2026
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