HOW TO FINANCE YOUR SAGE CORPS EXPERIENCE
Sage Corps is proud to offer international internship programs that are priced 20-35% less than the average study abroad program. However, we know outside funding makes our program financially accessible. We’ve amassed a list of ways that past Sage Corps students have successfully funded all or part of their program. While this list is not exhaustive, it should provide some ideas to get you started – your university can also offer guidance.
Beyond university and third party funding options, Sage Corps also offers partial scholarships to select students, and some startups offer stipends to students in order to help reimburse students after the program for daily meals and public transport costs.
University Scholarships and Grants
Many universities offer their own scholarships for internships and study abroad. Below is a list of schools where Sage Corps students have successfully received funding. If your university isn’t listed, check with your study abroad or financial aid office or contact us.
Beyond university and third party funding options, Sage Corps also offers partial scholarships to select students, and some startups offer stipends to students in order to help reimburse students after the program for daily meals and public transport costs.
View Full List of University-Specific Scholarships and Grants
- Arizona State University Fulton School – Experiential Learning Grant
- Boston University – Experiential Learning Gap Funding Grants (GFGs)
- Brown University – Summer SPRING Fellowship
- Carleton College – Internship Funding
- Claremont McKenna College – Sponsored Internships & Experiences (SIE)
- Colby College – Davis Connects Student Funding
- Colgate University – Summer Internship Funding
- Cornell University – Summer Experience Grants
- DePauw University – External Funding
- Harvard University – MCS-Funded Third-Party Internship Programs Outside the U.S
- Illinois Institute of Technology – Elevate Program
- Indiana University Bloomington – Hutton Honors College Grant
- Louisiana State University – Lagniappe Internship Fund
- Loyola Marymount University – CPD Summer Internship Funding
- Middlebury College – Centers for Careers & Internships Grant
- Northwestern University – Summer Internship Grant Program (SIGP)
- Penn State University – Enrichment Funding
- Purdue University – Summer Internship Plus
- Princeton University – Official of International Programs
- Stanford University – Global Studies Internship Program
- University of Colorado Boulder – Buffs Abroad Scholarship
- University of Florida College of Liberal Arts & Sciences – Beyond120 Experiential Scholarships
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – Education Abroad Scholarships
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – Geis Global Scholarship
- University of Michigan – College of LSA Internship Scholarship
- University of Notre Dame – Summer Internship Funding
- University of Oregon – Global Oregon Undergraduate Award
- University of Pennsylvania – Career Services Summer Funding
- University of Texas at Austin – Funding for Internships Abroad
- University of Wisconsin-Madison – Internship Scholarships
- Venture Lab, University of Pennsylvania – Startup Internship Award
- Yale University – Summer Experience Award
Note: These scholarships are managed by universities, not Sage Corps. Eligibility and details may change each year.
Financial Aid
Some students in select programs are able to use existing financial aid to help cover Sage Corps costs. Always confirm with your academic advisor or study abroad office.
Intern/Study Abroad Grants
These national scholarships can potentially be applied to Sage Corps programs. Requirements vary.
Scholarship Directories
Explore these databases for additional opportunities:
Intern/Study Abroad Grants
These national scholarships can potentially be applied to Sage Corps programs. Requirements vary.
Scholarship Directories
Explore these databases for additional opportunities:
Sage Corps Scholarships
Sage Corps offers a limited number of partial needs-based scholarships each year.
Available to students admitted to Berlin, Sydney or Taipei in our 8-Week Summer Abroad Program and the 12-Week Summer Remote Program
Not available for the 2-Week Consulting Program
Deadline: March 30, 2026 | Decisions: April 2026
Awards up to $1,000 abroad | $250 remote
Supplemental Funding (Abroad Only)
Students admitted to the 8-week Summer Abroad Program may apply for up to $3,500 in additional support from a nonprofit partner.
- Designed for flights and living expenses abroad
- Requires proof of enrollment and demonstrated financial need
- Not available for remote or consulting programs
How to Apply: Instructions are available to admitted and enrolled students. Please email campusrelations@sagecorps.com to request the application steps.
Supplemental Funding (Abroad Only)
Students admitted to the 8-week Summer Abroad Program may apply for up to $3,500 in additional support from a nonprofit partner.
- Designed for flights and living expenses abroad
- Requires proof of enrollment and demonstrated financial need
- Not available for remote or consulting programs
How to Apply: Instructions are available to admitted and enrolled students. Please email campusrelations@sagecorps.com to request the application steps.
Other Funding Options
Crowdfunding
Past students have successfully crowdfunded part or all of their program costs. Popular platforms include:
Self-funding Ideas
- Gain paid experience with Parker Dewey Micro-Internships
- Take a part-time job on or near campus
- Ask for family contributions instead of gifts (birthday, graduation, holidays)
- Use donated airline miles from family/friends
- Do small jobs (babysitting, tutoring, yard work, organizing)
- Structure family/friend loans with Pigeon Loans
- Learn budgeting tips at Annuity.org
Payment & Billing
Summer Abroad
- Deposit: $1,000 due at time of acceptance
- 60% of program fee due 90 days before program start
- Remaining balance due 60 days before program start
Remote & Consulting Program
- Deposit: $1,000 due at time of acceptance
- Remaining balance due 60 days before program start
Summer Abroad
- Deposit: $1,000 due at time of acceptance
- 60% of program fee due 90 days before program start
- Remaining balance due 60 days before program start
Remote & Consulting Program
- Deposit: $1,000 due at time of acceptance
- Remaining balance due 60 days before program start
University Billed Programs
If your university pays Sage Corps directly, you are not eligible for Sage Corps scholarships. Please contact your school’s study abroad or financial aid office for funding guidance.
Refunds & Cancellations
All refund and cancellation policies are outlined in the official Sage Corps Student Agreement, which students sign before committing to a program.
- The $1,000 deposit is non-refundable once received.
- Program fees due at the 90-day (second payment) and 60-day (final balance) deadlines are also non-refundable once paid.
- Please review your Student Agreement carefully for full details.
FAQ
When is the scholarship deadline?
Sage Corps is currently accepting applications for our 8-week summer abroad program for select cities as well as the 12-week summer remote program. The deadline to apply is March 30, 2026.
Can I apply for a Sage Corps scholarship before being admitted?
Only admitted students are eligible for Sage Corps Scholarships.
Why is supplemental funding only for abroad?
This funding is designed to assist students who fund other means to fund the program fee but need additional support with flights and daily expenses.
Can I combine Sage Corps scholarships with outside funding?
Sage Corps wants to give opportunities to students with minimal options so priority will be given to students who do not have other means of funding available. Students who pay universities directly are not eligible.
