The objective of the FLIIE program is to increase access for all full-time undergraduate UW-Eau Claire students to be able to participate in a study abroad experience by defraying some of the program costs through Blugold Commitment funding. Full-time undergraduate students are eligible to receive $500 per week of the program, up to a maximum of $2,000.*
Scholarships
In addition, UWEC-funded "Gold for Blugolds" scholarships are also available for students participating on ***CREDIT BEARING*** FLIIE programs. One application will allow you to apply for DOZENS of these UW-Eau Claire-funded scholarships! Click for the LIST OF SCHOLARSHIPS and HOW TO APPLY.
Scholarship Deadlines:
- Summer Programs: open in January, due March 15
- Winterim Programs: open in June, due August 15
FLIIE programs are offered for 2-5 weeks during Summer or Winterim sessions. FLIIE programs are designed to be interdisciplinary and collaborative, have a meaningful impact on the people and places of the host community, and contribute to beneficial relationships with the host community. Through dialogue and relationship building, students become more aware of and reflect on multiple perspectives. Guided, critical reflection is a key component to students' transformations as they seek a deeper understanding of another culture as well as their own. A meaningful engagement within the cultural environment inspires students to analyze the foundational assumptions that govern their thoughts and actions. Successful completion of all FLIIE programs provide all students with LE Core R2 credit.
All student participants must apply through the Study Abroad website, maintain a minimum 2.3 GPA (varies by program), and remain in good academic standing to participate. Some programs have required prerequisite courses. All students will attend an orientation during the semester before their program.
Application requirements
- Transcript
- Application Fee of $40 (non-refundable)
- Application Questionnaire
- Enrollment Agreement
- UW-System Release Statement
Application deadlines
- Winterim Programs
- Priority Deadline: April 1
- Extended Deadline: October 1
- Summer Programs
- Priority Deadline: December 1
- Extended Deadline: February 15
For additional information or questions contact Jeff DeGrave, degravjr@uwec.edu, 715-836-4471.