International Affairs encourages our students to enrich their academic program through experiential learning. The Off-Campus ExperienceÌý(OCE)Ìýrequirement for IAFS majors is intended to foster community engagement, practical applications of academic coursework, and professional development through internship, study abroad, or other experientialÌýlearning opportunities. Additionally, students enrolled in the IAFS Honors Program may elect to conduct human subject research or access a specialized research database as part of their thesis research.Ìý

International AffairsÌýmajors who apply may receive an award typicallyÌýbetween $150-$300, based on merit or need, in order to support their Off-Campus Experience, Internship, or Honors Program thesis research. SEED awards offset the expenses directly tied to a student’s educational cost of attendance (COA) at ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder.

  • Eligible students will be contacted with the application information.
  • In general, applications open in November (Fall), March (Spring) and July (Summer).
  • More information about the application is below.Ìý

Sample Application Questions:

  • How does your thesis topic OR internship placement relate to your academic, personal, or future career interests?
  • Please attach a brief proposal (one page maximum) which includes a budget with specific dollar amounts providing evidence of funding needs related to your thesis research (ex: database access fees, etc.) ORÌýinternship placement (ex: Ìýto/from).
    • A sample budget can be downloaded as an excel document by clicking here.Ìý