Region VIII Scholarships
Participating in NAFSA regional or national conferences and events provides an opportunity to acquire and exchange information and is also an excellent way to begin building a personal network of contacts in the field of international education. Our region is proud to offer opportunities to those seeking financial support that will allow them to become further involved in our region.
Region VIII Management Training Program Grant (February Cohort)
The NAFSA Management Development Program (MDP) is designed specifically for managers, at any level, in the international education field. Trainings are led by your peers who have been serving in management roles for a minimum of five years. This year's program is virtual and will run from February 10 - March 5, 2026.
Region VIII Leadership wants to help support your professional development and will be able to offer one (1) complementary registration for this upcoming program in February 2026. Registration for MDP is expected to be done by the Early Bird Deadline of January 20, 2026.
Applications for the Management Training Program Grant are due on January 1, 2026.
Advocacy Day
NAFSA Advocacy Day is an annual opportunity to voice your support for international education and exchange while expanding your network and increasing your skillset. Advocacy Day takes place over two days and includes an integrated set of advocacy training and practice activities, anchored by a morning of visits to each member's congressional delegation on Capitol Hill.
NAFSA Region VIII supports colleagues who wish to advance their professional development through attendance at the Advocacy Day by offering a grant to help defray the costs of attendance. Applications are due on January 5, 2026.
Conference Travel Scholarships
NAFSA Region VIII awards a limited number of scholarship awards to individuals wishing to attend our annual regional conference. Scholarships include free conference registration or lodging at the conference hotel. Scholarships are based on level of need, with preference being given to presenters and first-time attendees. Be on the look out for the application prior to the 2026 regional conference.