Emergency Student Fund
The Emergency Student Fund from the Institute of International Education offers emergency financial aid to international students in the U.S. affected by crises like the 2026 Venezuela earthquakes.
Funder: Institute of International Education
Due Dates: July 23, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: One-time grant of $2,000 per selected student; not renewable.
Summary: Provides emergency financial assistance to international students in the U.S. facing crisis-related hardship, enabling them to continue their studies.
Key Information: Nominations must be submitted by IIENetwork member institutions; students cannot self-nominate.
Description
The Emergency Student Fund, administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE), delivers urgent financial support to international students in the United States whose education is at risk due to natural disasters, war, or other crises. The current round specifically targets students financially impacted by the June 2026 earthquakes in Venezuela. The program ensures that students facing sudden hardship can cover essential living, health, or educational expenses to remain enrolled and continue their studies.
