The University of Florida International Center is proud to announce that six UF students have been awarded the prestigious Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, the scholarships will support these students as they study or intern abroad during the Summer 2026 term.

UF continues to see strong outcomes in the highly competitive Gilman program.

  • Fall 2024: 5 recipients out of 47 applicants (10.6% award rate)

  • Fall 2025: 6 recipients out of 44 applicants (13.6% award rate)

This installment’s Gilman recipients will travel to Europe and Asia to participate in programs focused on the Winter Olympics, Clinical Shadowing, European Studies, Cities in Civilization, and other topics.

“Study and internship experiences abroad play a critical role in preparing students for today’s interconnected workforce. Through the Gilman Scholarship, UF students are gaining the global competence, adaptability, and leadership skills that define both successful professionals and engaged global citizens,” said Dr. Marta L. Wayne, Dean of the UF International Center and Associate Provost.

These placements include four UF-sponsored programs, one UF exchange program, and one non-UF program. Since the inception of the Gilman Program in 2001, over 163,000 applications have been received, and over 44,000 scholarships have been awarded to students participating in study abroad programs and internships around the world. 100% of Gilman students have financial need.

Nationally, the U.S. Department of State awarded the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to approximately 2,100 undergraduate students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands during the Spring cycle. The Gilman Program broadens access to study and internship opportunities abroad by providing financial support to students who might not otherwise be able to participate due to financial constraints. The program encourages students to study and intern in a wide range of countries and world regions. Additionally, nearly 60% of Gilman Scholars come from small towns or rural communities, and approximately 50% are first-generation college students.

In 2025, a total of 36 UF students were awarded a Gilman International Scholarship.

For more information on UF study abroad opportunities, visit UF Study Abroad Services.