Students who attend a KEI-affiliated university or college receive a $1,000 grant for any semester, trimester and quarter program offered during the academic year. The Affiliate Grant may be combined with other KEI grants, promotions and payment plans. KEI has affiliations with more than 100 universities and colleges. Visit KEI Sending Institutions page to view a list of KEI-affiliated universities and colleges. If your institution is currently not affiliated, we will work with you to facilitate an affiliation so that you can take advantage of this grant.

KEI offers grant awards of $500 to $1,000 US. Awards are based on merit and need. To be considered a candidate, students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, demonstrate leadership potential, be involved in extracurricular activities and show financial need. In choosing scholars, preference will be given to those who apply early and those applying for two or more semesters of study abroad. The decision of the selection committee is final and is not subject to appeal. The deadline for grant applications is the same as the deadline for program applications.

To apply for a KEI Travel Grant, students must submit the following supporting documents with the KEI Application Form:

• Copy of your FAFSA or equivalent financial need documentation.
• A 500 word essay outlining how the KEI Travel Grant will make a decisive difference in your study abroad plans. The essay should also include a description of your academic and extracurricular achievements, and rationale for financial assistance.
• If awarded a grant, students must agree to participate in a mini-internship with KEI and successfully complete the requirements toward the grant. Contact KEI for more information.

The Turkish Coalition of America makes available ten $2,000 grants per semester for KEI program participants in Istanbul, Turkey. Grants of $1,000 for a 2-month program and $500 for a 1-month program are also available. Eligible students must submit a grant application with their KEI Application documents. Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so apply early.

Eligibility criteria:

• Applicants must be African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American or Armenian American.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status (Permanent Residents MUST include a copy of their green card with their application)
• Applicants must be in good standing at an accredited university or college in the USA.
• Must be willing to share their experience abroad with future KEI students.

A $500 grant is automatically awarded to students participating in consecutive summer, semester, quarter and/or trimester programs (ex: Spring and Summer, Summer and Fall, etc.). This grant can be used for programs in the same or different locations. The grant will be applied to the last term of study. Students can participate in program excursions during their first or consecutive term of study, but not both. The $500 grant has already been factored into the fee for academic year programs.

KEI program alum who study abroad again with KEI will receive a $500 grant for semester and academic year programs, and a $250 grant for summer programs. The Go Again Grant is applied towards the program fee and cannot be combined with the Consecutive Term Grant.

It’s simple. Apply and enroll in a KEI program before the application deadline and the application fee of $100 will be deducted from the program fee. Enrolling early also locks in the program fee on the date your application is completed as long as this date does not exceed six months prior to the program start date and you meet all program deadlines.

The rules are simple.

• Complete the application and enrollment process, including payment of the $500 enrollment-confirmation deposit, prior to the application deadline.
• Submit the $100 application fee with your application. If you meet the early enrollment requirements, the $100 will be applied towards the program price.
• Make all program payments before the appropriate deadlines.
• If applying close to the application deadline, you should submit the $500 enrollment-confirmation deposit and enrollment documents with your application. Enrollment documents can be obtained by contacting a KEI Program Manager.
• KEI employees and KEI employee family members are eligible to participate in the Early Enrollment promotion.
• KEI reserves the right to cancel this promotion at any time.

KEI offers interest-free payment plans to qualified students. Qualification requirements are decided by KEI on an individual basis. The maximum allowed amount for the KEI Payment Plan is $2,000 per term of study (up to $3000 under certain circumstances). In general, payment is divided into monthly installments of $500, but other options may be possible depending on individual circumstances. We will work out a plan that meets your financial situation. For more information about payment plans, please contact a KEI Program Manager.