The EIL Explore Study Abroad Scholarship Award gives young people an opportunity to experience secondary school in another country. Learning in a different educational and cultural setting can help you develop language skills, independence and confidence in everyday life.
Learn through school and community life
Attend classes, meet local students and adapt to a new school routine. Depending on the programme, a host-family stay can also help you discover everyday life and put your language skills into practice outside school.
Potential study abroad programmes
The award may offer more than one destination. The existing European school programme lasts approximately three months and takes place through a European language other than English. Its destination depends on places available in countries using the chosen language, and students are placed individually.
Plan the experience around your education
The European option may interest students entering Transition Year. Discuss timing and school requirements before applying. Other placements may have different durations, language requirements and schedules.
Who this scholarship is for
This award suits students willing to adapt to school life abroad and engage with a new community. Tell us why you want to study overseas, what you hope to learn and how you would share the experience at home.
Who can apply
For the existing European school programme, applicants must be aged 15-17 on 1 June in the year of travel. Other options may have different limits.
Destination and placement
Multiple potential destinations, subject to suitability, language requirements and availability.
Duration
The existing European option lasts approximately three months. Other programme durations will be published when confirmed.
Travel dates
The existing European option usually runs from late August to early December in the year of travel. Other options may follow different schedules.
Accommodation
Host-family accommodation for the existing European school programme. Arrangements for other placements depend on the host programme.
What the scholarship covers
- For the existing European option: return flights and insurance
- Full board and host-family accommodation
- Host-school administration
- Pre-departure orientation and support
Check the current award information for any exclusions and personal expenses before accepting your place.
Preparation and support
The existing European programme provides 24-hour in-country support. Confirm support arrangements separately for any other placement.
Bring your learning home
On your return, you are required to complete an Action at Home Project, reflecting on your experience and sharing what you have learned with your community. Your project can draw on your interests and the people, ideas or activities that shaped your experience.
Find out more about the Action at Home Project
Take the next step
Read the programme requirements and current application information. Tell us why this scholarship interests you, what you hope to learn and how you would share your experience afterwards.
