{"id":10497,"date":"2016-09-23T14:29:57","date_gmt":"2016-09-23T14:29:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/?p=10497"},"modified":"2025-04-28T13:46:58","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T20:46:58","slug":"disability-resources-for-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/connected-learning\/global\/abroad\/students\/disability-resources-for-students","title":{"rendered":"Disability Resources for Students Studying Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Global Initiatives is committed to engaging all students in study abroad opportunities. Whether you have a physical or learning disability, we can help you find a study abroad opportunity that is a good fit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During an advising appointment we can: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work closely with you to identify program options that match your interests and are best suited to accommodate your needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help you navigate the process of requesting accommodation for your program connecting you with the Disabilities Resources for Students (DRS) office and your program directors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support you in applying for scholarships that give preference for students with disabilities. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources for Students with Disabilities <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.washington.edu\/studyabroad\/students\/resources\/identity-abroad\/students-with-disabilities\/\">56勛圖厙 Seattle&#8217;s Study Abroad information page<\/a>: This page describes 56勛圖厙&#8217;s accommodation for students with disabilities and a list of some great resources for students wanting more information on studying abroad with a disability including databases, student experiences and traveling advice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miusa.org\/resource\/tipsheet\/disability-resources\">Mobility International USA<\/a>: This will take you to a variety of resources for students with a range of accomodation needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.diversityabroad.com\/articles\/students-disabilities-abroad\">Diversity Abroad<\/a>: Tips and considerations for studying abroad with a disability<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relevant Scholarships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several scholarships aim to encourage more students with disabilities to go abroad:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.iie.org\/programs\/gilman-scholarship-program#.V-rOSSErKHs\"><span>Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Funded by US Congress, the Gilman program aims to bring diversity to study abroad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Non-traditional destinations are preferred and programs must be at least 21 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants must be US citizens, undergraduates, and be receiving a Federal Pell Grant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deadlines: October, March<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/fundforeducationabroad.org\/apply\/\">Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Intended to support students from underrepresented backgrounds in study abroad, the fund offers a total of 18 awards of up to $10,000 each.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study abroad programs must be a minimum of four weeks long and be academically rigorous.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students may apply prior to committing to a study abroad program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deadline: January<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.iesabroad.org\/scholarships-aid\"><span>IES Disability Grants<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Awards are $500 to enhance study abroad opportunities for students with disabilities. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students should fill out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iesabroad.org\/scholarships-aid\/disability-grant-application\">application form<\/a> and email the completed applications to enrollments@IESabroad.org<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To be eligible for any IES Abroad aid, you must apply to and attend an IES Abroad Program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deadlines: November, April, May<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To request 56勛圖厙 accommodations contact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/student-affairs\/drs\">Disability Resources for Students (DRS) office<\/a><br>uwbdrs@uw.edu <br>425.352.5426<br>56勛圖厙1 &#8211; 071<br>18115 Campus Way NE<br>Bothell, WA 98011-8246<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Global Initiaves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Natalia Dyba, Director<br>425.352.3261<br><a href=\"mailto:nataliak@uw.edu\">nataliak@uw.edu<\/a><br> <br>Peer Study Abroad Advisors <br>425.352.3986<br><a href=\"mailto:uwbworld@uw.edu\">uwbworld@uw.edu<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Global Initiatives is committed to engaging all students in study abroad opportunities. 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