Scholarship Information for Summer Study-Abroad Programs

 

There are two sources of funding for the AATSP Summer Study- Abroad Scholarship Programs. They consist of:

1. Funds for tuition and other expenses for study-abroad programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Peru, or Spain. These funds vary by program and are explained in detail under the name of each individual study-abroad program.
2. AATSP travel stipend of $750 for study-abroad programs.
The travel stipend is designed to help offset travel to the study program. It will probably not cover all travel expenses.

 

Disbursement of funds

1. Recipients receive tuition and other waivers directly from the study program (see program descriptions for specifics)
2. Upon return from the scholarship experience, recipients must submit the following to AATSP in order to receive reimbursement for the $750 travel stipend:

a. A brief written summary of the scholarship experience, detailing the program and how the recipient will utilize what was taught in the classes.
b. Travel Reimbursement Request Form along with all appropriate receipts for personal, travel-related expenses (transportation, lodging, and meals).

c. Documentation of course completion such as a certificate of completion or transcript.

Eligibility for AATSP Scholarships

Applicants must demonstrate the following:
1. AATSP member for three consecutive years
2. Full-time Spanish teacher (K-16) for three years
3. Contract for teaching Spanish for academic year following scholarship experience
4. Members are eligible for scholarships one time only
5. AATSP members are eligible to receive only one of the following: a summer scholarship OR a First-Time Attendee Travel Stipend OR a Junior- Senior Faculty Mentor Travel Stipend OR a Mead Travel and Study/Research Travel Stipend.

 

Application Procedure

1. Complete the application form stating the program to which you are applying.
2. Submit the following application materials via email with attachments:

a. Completed application form
b. Current CV or resume
c. One letter of recommendation from a professional colleague or administrator

Notes
1. Scholarship winners will be acknowledged at the Awards Banquet during the AATSP Conference to be held in San Antonio, TX on Wednesday, July 10, 2013. We understand that you may not be able to attend the Awards Banquet because it may conflict with your travel and study.
2. Study Abroad Programs and travel must be completed by August 31, 2013.
3. In order to receive the $750 travel reimbursement, recipients must submit receipts and other documentation outlined above under Disbursement of Funds to the AATSP Director of Financial Services by September 15, 2013.

 

Click here to download the 2013 Summer Scholarship Application Form in Word Format. Fill in, save, and then send as an attachment in an email.

Deadline: Monday, December 31, 2012.

Send completed form and materials via e-mail to:

EMAIL ADDRESS: AATSPoffice@aatsp.org
SUBJECT LINE: AATSP Scholarship Application