The Jim and Valeria Shapiro Italian Studies

Made possible through the generous support of Jim and Valeria Shapiro, this award is available to students who have declared a Minor in Italian and plan to participate in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures’ Study Abroad program in Italy.

This scholarship supports students in the College of Arts and Humanities
Recipients will be selected based on the following established criteria:

  • Must have a 3.0 GPA and 3.2 in Italian
  • Must have declared a minor in Italian
  • Must submit a one-page essay (250-300 words) describing why you would like to study in Italy and how this experience will enhance your academic goals.
  • Preference will be given to students who have taken at least two 3000 level Italian courses before receiving the scholarship.
  • Preference will be given to students with financial need and show general merit

This award is intended to help cover expenses for the Study Abroad program in Italy, sponsored by the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures

Award
$1,250
College/Department
College of Arts and Humanities - Modern Languages
Deadline
03/13/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Have you been accepted into a Summer Study Abroad Program sponsored by the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at UCF?
  2. Is your GPA in Italian Studies 3.2 or higher?
  3. Please describe why you would like to study in Italy and how this experience will enhance your academic goals in 250 to 300 words.
  4. Have you taken at least two 3000 level Italian Courses prior to applying for this scholarship?