Robert Eller Study Abroad Scholarship

Established: By emeritus UNI Education Media Specialist Robert Eller to support undergraduate students

Eligibility:

• Target Audience: University of Northern Iowa (UNI) undergraduate students
• Focus: Students studying abroad with limited previous international travel and study experience
• Purpose: Foster educational, professional, and personal growth through study outside the United States

Award Details:

• Amount: $5,000 per scholarship
• Frequency: Semi-annual (Spring and Fall semesters)
• Applications accepted: November and March of each year

Program History:

• As of 2025, the fund has awarded 109 scholarships totaling over $411,892
• Spring 2025: $27,000 awarded (4 recipients)
• Fall 2023: $5,000 per student
• Spring 2023: Nine $5,000 scholarships

Review Committee:

• Diane Curtis (chair)
• Paul Rider
• Susan Schwieger
• Gary Shontz
• Michael Prahl
• Sally Timmer (Cedar Falls Community Foundation Executive Director)

Contact:

• Study Abroad Office: University of Northern Iowa
• CFCF Phone: 319-243-9170
• CFCF Email: director@cf-communityfoundation.org

Application Process

Application Windows: November and March of each year

Where to Apply:

• UNI Study Abroad Center at the University of Northern Iowa

Review Process:

1. Applications submitted through UNI Study Abroad Center
2. Committee reviews applications consisting of:
   • UNI Emeritus Association members (Diane Curtis chair, Paul Rider, Susan Schwieger, Gary Shontz, Michael Prahl)
   • Cedar Falls Community Foundation Executive Director (Sally Timmer)
3. Award recipients announced following review

How to Start:

• Contact the Study Abroad office at the University of Northern Iowa for application materials and procedures
• For general information: director@cf-communityfoundation.org or 319-243-9170