About the HCLAS Transformative Learning Grant
Thanks to the generosity of donors, the HCLAS Transformative Learning Grant [TLG] supports students with intellectual pursuits outside of the traditional classroom setting. TLGs may be used to help defray out-of-pocket expenses associated with the following experiences:
- Study Abroad at a location outside of the United States
- Internships, seminars, community-engaged learning, or other educational activities that involve travel within the United states
These types of learning activities can be transformative experiences in a student’s academic journey, fostering fundamental changes in their understanding of their own identity and the world around them.
- By engaging with course material in a hands-on, active way, students gain valuable skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication, which are essential for success in their academic and professional careers.
- Research activities outside of the traditional classroom can enable students to gain a sense of independence and can boost their confidence in their research skills.
- Studying abroad pushes students outside of their comfort zones, exposing them to new cultures, perspectives, and ways of life. This immersion broadens their worldview and fosters intercultural understanding, an essential skill for every career path.
Eligibility Criteria for HCLAS Transformative Learning Grants
To be eligible for an HCLAS Transformative Learning Grant you must meet the following criteria:
- Be an undergraduate student with at least one major in HCLAS
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 from at least one semester at Hofstra
- Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated financial need as verified by Student Financial Services and to students who have not yet received a Transformative Learning Grant. Not sure if this applies to you? We can help you figure that out. See application details below.
- For most Study Abroad programs, if you receive a Hofstra academic scholarship those funds can cover the tuition costs for the courses you take abroad. A Transformative Learning Grant would be used to cover the cost of transportation, housing, and meals.