Funding for Learning Outside the Classroom

We support our students in pursuing opportunities outside of the classroom. Do you hope to study abroad, present at a conference or secure an internship outside the Charleston area? Do you enjoy learning opportunities outside of the classroom? If so, explore our student experiential funding awards.

Current students, learn more on The Hub!

HSS Student Experiential Learning Awards


We are excited you are considering study abroad or other learning opportunities outside the classroom as part of your collegiate experience.
  • HSS Internship Award

    Two awards will be available to third-year students majoring within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Preference given to those with financial need. 

    Student Application
  • HSS Student Research Award

    Awards are offered to both graduate and undergraduate students majoring in a degree program in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS). The research awards are intended to support student research, such as buying supplies, paying for subscriptions, or paying research participants. This award is not intended for travel support.

    Student Application
  • HSS Student Travel Award

    HSS Student Travel awards are offered to both graduate and undergraduate students majoring in a degree program in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS). The travel awards are intended to supplement funding for research, conference presentations and conference attendance acquired through other sources at the College of Charleston. 

    Student Application
  • HSS Study Abroad Award

    The School of Humanities and Social Sciences is pleased to offer a competitive scholarship to students who will enroll in one of the College of Charleston Study Abroad programs.

    Student Application
  • John Creed Award

    The John Creed Award was established to provide rising juniors and seniors in the Political Science Department funding to pursue learning opportunities outside the College of Charleston classroom. Examples of learning opportunities include support for academic workshops, conference presentations, internships, and study abroad.

    Student Application

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