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Illinois College BreakAway Travel & Global Research Grant

Experiential grant enabling students to participate in faculty-led field courses in Costa Rica, Greece, Japan, or the American Southwest.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or above with min. 2.75 GPA
English language proficiency: English fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: BreakAway application and cultural reflection essay
Recommendation letters: Faculty trip leader recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Up to $3,000 institutional travel stipend for faculty-led international field expeditions
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 15, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Illinois College documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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