National Technical Institute for the Deaf
Study Abroad For NTID Majors
All majors at RIT can study abroad, and it's an ideal opportunity for you to gain a new perspective on your major, understand the global reach of your field of study, and develop cross-cultural skills that will prepare you for your career.
Planning early, discussing your plans with your academic advisor, and working with a study abroad advisor to find a good program fit will set you on the path to having a memorable experience while staying on track to graduation.
Tips
- RIT Access Services support for study abroad programs is available as funds allow. Contact Angela Hauser at abhdis@ntid.rit.edu early in your study abroad planning to inquire about the availability of access services.
- Support is most often available for RIT Global Campus programs, RIT faculty-led programs, and some short-term affiliate programs.
- Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services may provide financial assistance to NTID students studying abroad. Talk with your VR counselor to determine if assistance is available.
Resources
NTID Study Abroad Info Sheet
Highlights study abroad information such as the best time to go and popular programs.
If you’re interested in one of the programs, login to the Compass (application database), click on the ‘Search Programs’ tab, and type in the program name in the keyword box to learn more and start an application.
Faculty-Led Programs
RIT offers faculty-led study abroad programs designed, developed, and led by RIT faculty. The travel portion of these programs are usually shorter in length (between one to five weeks), taking place over summer, winter break, or spring break.
These faculty-led programs are a good fit for NTID majors:
Study Abroad Scholarships for NTID
NTID Study Abroad Scholarships
Open to NTID majors or Deaf/HOH RIT students. Awards typically $1,000.
RIT Education Abroad Travel Grant
Open to students going on RIT Global Campus, exchange, or faculty-led programs. You will be able to “opt-in” for this scholarship consideration as part of your RIT study abroad application. Awards $500-$1,000.
Honors Travel Grant
RIT Honors students are eligible for a $500 travel grant to study abroad.
Other featured scholarships
Scholarship deadlines are often early. An RIT study abroad scholarship advisor can provide feedback on your essays to make sure they are competitive.
Connect with a Global Ambassador
Study Abroad Global Ambassadors are returned study abroad students who can answer any questions you may have from a student perspective – feel free to reach out to them via email or social media.
Study Abroad Blog: Embracing My Identities in the UAE
Additional International Opportunities
These international programs and fellowships include options for undergraduate students or post-graduation opportunities.
Fulbright Deafness Studies Award
Funding for graduate students to conduct research or teach in Italy for 6 months. Must be fluent in ASL and proficient in a Romance language. (email Jenny.Sullivan@rit.edu for more information)
Fulbright Fellowship (U.S. Student Program)
Funding for upcoming or recent graduates to go to grad school or complete an independent research project abroad. (email Jenny.Sullivan@rit.edu for more information)
World Endeavors
Deaf education volunteer projects in Ecuador
VoluntEars
Deaf volunteering overseas (Ghana, Nepal, or Sri Lanka) at Deaf schools
Deafworlds
Work with signing Deaf communities in developing countries