Travel Stipend

SGPP students may apply to receive a travel expense stipend for academic conferences, out-of-state & international internships, study abroad programs, and student exchange programs.

Please read all information below before applying.

This opportunity is open to undergraduate students only.

Eligible Expenses 

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be considered for the SGPP Travel Stipend.

$2,500 maximum lifetime award per student across their time as an SGPP major.

Academic Standing

• Be a declared SGPP major: Law, Criminal Justice Studies, Public Affairs, or Political Science
• Have Junior or Senior status (minimum of 60 credits completed) with a 2.25 GPA or higher
• Be accepted into program before applying for stipend
• Be a main campus student

Travel Requirements

• Purpose of travel must be relevant to your major or earning a degree for your major in SGPP
• Applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to departure
• Study Abroad or International Internship students must be enrolled in the corresponding course for the semester in which the stipend is requested
• Students traveling internationally will be asked to register their trip with the university (instructions to complete this step will be provided once funding is awarded)

Other Important Info

• Students will be held to the Student Code of Conduct standards while representing the University of Arizona at off-campus events/locations.
• All stipends and reimbursements are credited to your Bursar's Account. Any outstanding balance on the account will be satisfied before a refund is issued.

How to Apply 

All funding for SGPP's Travel Stipend has been expended for this year. Please check back in Fall 2026 as more funding will be available.

Please complete two steps when submitting your online application. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered for funding.

1. Complete the online application. (Application is currently closed)

   • Brief statement answering both questions (250 words): 
     • How is this program relevant to your major in the School of Government & Public Policy?
     • How will this program will help you achieve your future professional interests?
   • Résumé
     • Include your current education, career, scholarship and volunteer experience

2. Submit supporting documents to Julianna Juarez at juliannajuarez@arizona.edu 

   • Airfare Receipt
     • Original airfare receipt showing itinerary and proof of purchase, including the total amount paid and the last four digits of the card used
   • Conference Registration Receipt 
     • Original receipt showing proof of purchase, if applicable
   • Proof of Program Registration or Acceptance (requirements vary by program type)
     • Please view an example of approved supporting documents.

     • Program Type	What to Submit
       Academic Conference	Copy of conference registration, plus a conference flyer or other into from the conference website
       Internships	Copy of completed internship application or a letter from the organization confirming acceptance
       Study Abroad	Copy of study abroad confirmation letter/email, or a letter confirming acceptance into the program
       Student Exchange	Copy of signed transfer credit pre-approval form, or a letter confirming acceptance into the exchange program

All materials must be emailed to Julianna Juarez at juliannajuarez@arizona.edu. 

All application materials must be received at least 30 days prior to the student's departure.

All student stipends are contingent on availability of funds.