Vive l’expérience collects numerous funding ideas to help educators and students afford immersive cultural experiences abroad. With travel scholarships and other creative solutions, this resource empowers you to explore new destinations without breaking the bank.
The trip far exceeded my already high expectations… Meeting L’homme plastique, the school experience in Thiès, the many opportunities to talk to Senegalese people… so many experiences were through the roof amazing.
One $1,000 scholarship toward a 2027 or 2028 Vive program in Senegal, open to French and world language teachers in the Central States region. New destinations may be eligible if Vive is offering them when you apply.
Covers: $1,000 credit toward program costs — accommodations, most meals, all in-country transportation, guided cultural excursions, workshops, meetings with local experts, and 24-hour in-country support.
Not included: round-trip airfare, visa fees where applicable, some meals, travel and medical evacuation insurance, and personal or health-related expenses. Full program cost without airfare is roughly $3,500–$3,750.
Preference goes to non-native speakers of French, and we highly encourage BIPOC applicants. We also encourage applicants to join a Discovery meeting or a 1-1 Zoom before applying.
Program length 7–14 days · Deadline: January 15, 2027 · katy@vivelexperience.comDeadlines are as published on each organization’s site and change yearly — verify before applying.
