EIL Intercultural Learning Scholarship

EIL Intercultural Learning Scholarship

Scholarships

Applications are now open for an EIL scholarship offering 15-17 year old students the opportunity to spend three months living in a European country where their target language is spoken. This immersive experience gives students the chance to strengthen their language skills while developing their cultural knowledge and experiencing everyday life in another country

The awardees will have the opportunity to live with a host family and attend a local school, improving their confidence and language skills in a fun engaging environment.

A number of fully funded scholarships are available, including one offered in partnership with Languages Connect, with placements running from late August to early December 2027. The deadline for applications is 12pm on Friday, 4 December 2026. Applications will be reviewed in January and shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview on 23 January 2027. For more information on what is included in the scholarship, visit the EIL website, available here.

Hear what last year’s winners have to say!

“While abroad I look forward to making lifelong friendships and getting to know lots of different people.” – Emily

“I applied because this was a once in a lifetime opportunity and chance to expand my knowledge that I just couldn’t pass up.” – Grace

“I am very much looking forward to gaining a broader perspective of the world and its different cultures through studying abroad. I am looking forward to experiencing French culture first hand, an experience that I personally think can only be gained by doing a programme like this.” – Sinéad

How to Apply

To enter you will need to:

  • Fill in the application form
  • Ask two teachers to submit a reference for you
  • Submit a written piece, maximum 500 words in English, OR a piece of not more than 2 x A4 pages with a combination of photos (5 max), art, drawings, and writing OR a maximum 3 minute video clip explaining why you should be chosen for this excellent scholarship
Apply here