Abraham S. Burak and Kurz Scholarships for Study Abroad

One (1) $500 Abraham S. Burack Scholarship and one (1) $500 Kurz Scholarship will be awarded to eligible L&S Honors Students participating in one of the University of Wisconsin’s Academic Study Abroad Programs during the 2013-2014 academic year.  Students studying for a summer, semester, or a year abroad are eligible for these awards; however, preference is given to students participating in semester or year abroad programs. 

Application Deadline: Wednesday, April 17, 4:15 p.m. in the Letters & Science Honors Program Office in Washburn Observatory.

Review of applications and selection of the scholarship recipient will be conducted by the L&S Honors Program Faculty Honors Committee Submission of this application will make the applicant eligible for either award.  

Eligibility:

• Currently enrolled L&S Honors Student (HLA, HM, or Comprehensive Honors)
• Minimum 3.3 cumulative grade point average (GPA)
• Participation in a summer, semester, or year-long University of Wisconsin Academic Study Abroad Program during the 2013-2014 academic year  

Criteria for Selection:

• Progress toward the completion of the L&S Honors in the Liberal Arts, Honors in the Major, OR Comprehensive Honors degree(s) 
• Strength of statement of financial need 
  
• Strength of essay submitted in conjunction with application

Application Process:

• Completion and submission of application form and required written essay and applicant’s UW-Madison student transcript (unofficial or official). 
• Submission of one (1) letter of recommendation from a UW-Madison faculty member in support of the application