Application Deadline
The Center for Global Initiatives hosts and co-sponsors global events and conferences across campus and in our community. Of note are our recurring events that take place throughout the year, Global Project Showcase and International Coffee Hour.

July 2016
Global Take Off: Puerto Rico Application Deadline
Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. EDT on June 30, 2016 for the Global Take Off: Puerto Rico program.
Find out more »September 2016
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Deadline
UNC deadline for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program is Sept 12, 2016, 11:59pm EST
Find out more »February 2017
Carolina Global Initiative Award Deadline
The Carolina Global Initiative Award provides funding to students to complete a global opportunity during the summer, in the U.S. or abroad. Supported by an endowment from the C.V. Starr Foundation, the Lori Lewis Schipper International Internship Fund, the Stephens International Internship Fund and private gifts to the Chancellor’s Global Education Fund, awards are typically made from $1,500 to $6,000 each, but higher amounts will be considered. Learn more and apply!
Find out more »Vimy Award Deadline
The Vimy Global Team Award was inspired by the adventures and pioneering spirit of UNC alumnus Peter McMillan ’81. This award is given annually to one interdisciplinary team of students (Vimy scholars) working collaboratively to pursue research or service projects outside the United States. Made possible by the Global Education Fund, up to $15,000 is provided to fund a summer team project abroad. This award is intended to support UNC undergraduate and master’s-level students in completing self-directed or self-designed group projects…
Find out more »Pre-Dissertation Exploration Award Deadline
The Pre-Dissertation Exploration Award helps get Ph.D. candidates into the field to do preliminary explorations of potential research materials/sites in preparation for writing a dissertation proposal. These awards will not fund dissertation field research. The ideal time to hold this award is after passing comprehensive exams and before defending the proposal. Learn more and apply!
Find out more »June 2017
Global Take Off: Puerto Rico Application Deadline
The Global Take Off: Puerto Rico program provides funding for students to participate in an interactive, five-day, faculty-led trip to Puerto Rico after final exams are over in December. In collaboration with the Institute for the Studies of the Americas and the Sonja H. Stone Center for Black Culture and History, this program includes the following components: Fully funded trip to Puerto Rico to participate in an interactive educational experience, including discussions with Puerto Rican students and community members, tours…
Find out more »September 2017
Fulbright U.S. Student Program: Campus Deadline
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program allows graduating seniors, master’s students, doctoral candidates, and recent graduates to self-design a research/study project, or serve as an English Teaching Assistant in one of more than 140 countries.
Find out more »October 2017
Passport to Go! Application Deadline
The Passport to Go! program provides funding for first-year or new transfer students to obtain their first U.S. passport. Applications from students who otherwise would not be able to afford the cost of a passport are prioritized (read more about our Opening Access initiative here). If you meet the eligibility requirements, don't hesitate to apply as all eligible students will be funded! Applications must be in by 11:59pm, Monday, October 2.
Find out more »November 2017
[DEADLINE] Global Take Off: Puerto Rico
The Global Take Off: Puerto Rico program provides funding for students to participate in an interactive, five-day, faculty-led trip to Puerto Rico after final exams are over in May. It is part of the Center for Global Initiatives’ Opening Access efforts to significantly increase the number of traditionally underrepresented students who have access to global opportunities. This effort opens access to students who face financial, cultural, and institutional barriers including transfer students, first-generation college students, student-athletes, and others. In collaboration…
Find out more »July 2018
[DEADLINE] Global Take Off: Puerto Rico
The Global Take Off: Puerto Rico program provides funding for students to participate in an interactive, five-day experience in Puerto Rico after final exams are over in December. In collaboration with the Institute for the Study of the Americas, this program includes the following components: Fully funded trip to Puerto Rico to participate in an interactive educational experience, including discussions with Puerto Rican students and community members and tours of local sites and community organizations Collaborative learning with both UNC…
Find out more »September 2018
[DEADLINE] Fulbright U.S. Student Program
The Fulbright U.S. Student Program allows graduating seniors, master’s students, doctoral candidates, and recent graduates to self-design a research/study project, or serve as an English Teaching Assistant in one of more than 140 countries. All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Currently enrolled UNC students must join the Fulbright Sakai site and apply through the Center for Global Initiatives and meet the campus deadline. Alumni may apply at large but are welcome to apply through the…
Find out more »[DEADLINE] Passport to Go!
The Passport to Go! program provides funding for first-year or new transfer UNC students to obtain their first U.S. passport. Applications from students who otherwise would not be able to afford the cost of a passport are prioritized (read more about our Opening Access initiative here). In years past we have been able to fund all eligible applicants, so don’t hesitate to apply! Applications must be in by 11:59pm, Sunday, September 30.
Find out more »You can also find more global events at UNC Global and the campus-wide UNC events calendar.