Faculty-Led Program Grants

The 26-27 grant submissions are closed!

IES Abroad Customized & Faculty-Led Programs has been running unique and tailored study abroad programs for more than 75 years. Now, they would like to turn your idea into a reality for you and your students.

We are proud to offer a total of $50,000 in grants for winners to put towards a faculty-led study abroad program with the IES Abroad Global Pillars (Sustainable Living, Equitable Living, Human Well-Being) incorporated.

Faculty-Led Program Grants Terms & Conditions

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How It Works

Faculty must consult with an IES Abroad Customized Program Manager to begin the program development process prior to applying for the grant.
Complete the entry form by July 1, 2026.
Proposals will be reviewed by a panel of IES Abroad staff.
Judging of proposals will be based upon:
- How well the program fosters learning in the proposed designated location and connects with one of the designated IES Abroad Global Pillars
- If the academic program engages students in the intellectual, political, cultural, and/or social institutions of the host country
- How well the chosen location is used as a learning resource
- If academic excursions and field trips led by qualified guides are integrated into the program
- Suggested topics for guest speakers and/or field trips
Proposals will be accepted until July 1, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. CDT.

Grant Criteria

Faculty must consult with an IES Abroad Customized Program Manager to begin the program development process prior to applying for the grant.
Must be in one of our IES Abroad locations.
Disciplines: IES Abroad Global Pillars (Sustainable Living, Equitable Living and/or Human Well-Being), academic areas inspired by UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
Number of Students: Minimum of 10 students on program
Program Duration: Minimum of two weeks (14 days)
Program Dates: Must start on or after July 15, 2026, to end on or by July 14, 2027
Note:
- Grants cannot be used for accompanying guests
- Program must be credit-bearing and led by a faculty member of the institution
- An accompanying syllabus or course description is required in the application
- No more than two entries by a single faculty member will be allowed
- Existing or past programs run with IES Customized & Faculty-Led Programs are not eligible

How It Works

Faculty must consult with an IES Abroad Customized Program Manager to begin the program development process prior to applying for the grant.
Complete the entry form by July 1, 2026.
Proposals will be reviewed by a panel of IES Abroad staff.
Judging of proposals will be based upon:
- How well the program fosters learning in the proposed designated location and connects with one of the designated IES Abroad Global Pillars
- If the academic program engages students in the intellectual, political, cultural, and/or social institutions of the host country
- How well the chosen location is used as a learning resource
- If academic excursions and field trips led by qualified guides are integrated into the program
- Suggested topics for guest speakers and/or field trips
Proposals will be accepted until July 1, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. CDT.

Grant Criteria

Faculty must consult with an IES Abroad Customized Program Manager to begin the program development process prior to applying for the grant.
Must be in one of our IES Abroad locations.
Disciplines: IES Abroad Global Pillars (Sustainable Living, Equitable Living and/or Human Well-Being), academic areas inspired by UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
Number of Students: Minimum of 10 students on program
Program Duration: Minimum of two weeks (14 days)
Program Dates: Must start on or after July 15, 2026, to end on or by July 14, 2027
Note:
- Grants cannot be used for accompanying guests
- Program must be credit-bearing and led by a faculty member of the institution
- An accompanying syllabus or course description is required in the application
- No more than two entries by a single faculty member will be allowed
- Existing or past programs run with IES Customized & Faculty-Led Programs are not eligible

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