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A U.S. Passport is valid for for up to 10 years and offers opportunities to travel around the world. These opportunities include , international internships, and volunteering abroad. If you’re unsure about what a passport is and why you might need one, check out this .
Students who are selected will receive support and advising on the passport application process with our UCIE study abroad team. If you are a student who does not fit the eligibility criteria outlined below, UCIE can still provide support and advising on the process.
Student Eligibility
- Must be enrolled as a full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student at ÌÇÐÄÔ´´
- Must be a U.S. citizen by birth or naturalization or U.S. national (e.g. native of American Samoa or Swain's Island).
- Must be applying for a first adult U.S. passport (using DS-11 form, not renewing a previous passport)
Preference will be given to:
- First- or second-year undergraduate students
- Students who receive the Federal Pell Grant
- Students from diverse backgrounds underrepresented in international education. For more insight into current trends in international education, visit the .
Award Amount
The award amount is $165. The $165 will cover the costs of the application fee for a U.S. passport book ($130) and the execution/acceptance fee ($35).
This award will not cover other fees, which may include passport photos, expedited delivery fees, or travel expenses to submit application materials at the nearest passport application processing center.