The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship is one of the most prestigious and most accessible study abroad scholarships for UC Merced Bobcats. The majority of UC Merced students are eligible. These address some of the most common questions:
Deadline
First Tuesday of March for summer- & fall-start programs or first Tuesday of October for spring-start programs. Summer students can apply one cycle early for an early decision.
Transcripts
As of fall 2018, you may now use unofficial transcripts for the Gilman application. Keep in mind that, if selected, you will need to eventually order official transcripts and the following information will be relevant to you:
Never get electronic transcripts for study abroad; always get traditional (usually standard processing) paper transcripts.
If the deadline is two weeks away or more, feel free to have transcripts mailed to you. With under two weeks, follow our transcript instructions.
You will be required to scan and upload your transcripts. Official transcripts often state "UNOFFICIAL IF OPENED." This is not a problem for the Gilman Scholarship.
Need help scanning your transcript? Bring it to the International Center, Kolligian Library 101.
Who Are My Advisors?
See who the study abroad advisor is here.
Your financial aid advisor will be Anabel Garza for all study abroad programs.
Workshop & Writing
Check out scholarship workshops in our events calendar for tips on writing and to hear from returnees. Do you want someone to review your essay(s)? Ask your advisor to connect you with a Gilman Scholar to review your essay at least a week before the deadline.
