Awards, Grants and Scholarships

The Division of International Affairs recognizes and supports NIU faculty, staff and students who contribute to international education at NIU. The awards, grants and scholarships we offer allow us to raise awareness of the importance of international experiences.

Outstanding Department Contribution to International Education

The Award for Outstanding Department Contribution to International Education recognizes an academic department, administrative or support unit for contributions related to the mission of the Division of International Affairs, including the following:

• Supporting NIU-sponsored study abroad programs
• Offering international courses or including international issues in courses
• Recruiting international faculty, staff and/or students
• Co-sponsoring or implementing international professional development programs
• Supporting international students
• Hosting visiting international scholars and exchanges
• Collaborating with campus units on international activities, projects or programs

Outstanding Student Contribution to International Education

By recognizing outstanding student contributions to international education, the Outstanding Student Contribution to International Education Award encourages students to participate in and create greater visibility of international experiences at NIU.

Outstanding International Educator

The Outstanding International Educator Award honors an NIU faculty or staff member who has made significant contributions to international education at NIU.

Outstanding Staff Contribution to International Education

The Outstanding Staff Contribution to International Education Award honors staff members who have enhanced international education at NIU through public or student service.

Scholarships Related to International Study

View all scholarships related to international study.

Ari and Ruth Kovacevich Distinguished Scholarship Fund

Provides support to full-time sophomores, juniors and seniors. Preference is given to students with an interest in education and political science with an emphasis in international relations and/or foreign languages.

Dwight Y. King Endowment for the Center of Southeast Asian Studies

Provides scholarships for international students to attend NIU to pursue a master's degree or Ph.D. in an area of study involving research of Indonesia.

Martin David Dubin Memorial Scholarship

Provides assistance to a student studying political science with an emphasis in international relations.

Gary Coover Endowed Travel Fund for Graduate Students

Provides financial assistance to graduate students in the Department of Psychology for the purpose of attending national or international scientific meetings.

Sara J. May Memorial Scholarship

Provides support for undergraduate students to travel abroad to participate in an international research experience through the Department of Anthropology.