Our Programs

Joy Worldwide Inc. is committed to creating a pathway of self-discovery, cross-cultural connection, and impactful change for individuals and our community. Read more about our three different scholarship program offerings below:

Joy Worldwide Inc. Study Abroad Scholarship Program

Our scholarship program is designed to support up to 30 African American undergraduate students each year. To qualify, applicants must be accepted into a study abroad program lasting three months or more. Finalists will be invited for an interview. Learn more about the program components below.

Scholarship + Language Platform

Cohort members receive a $500 - $750 scholarship and 6 months of access to a language learning platform, enhancing both their financial support and language skills for a more enriching study abroad experience.

Monthly Reflections + Photo Contest

Cohort members receive monthly reflection questions, and materials on our program pillars designed to help them process and deeply engage with their study abroad experience.

Cohort members have the opportunity to enter a Study Abroad Photo Contest and compete to win extra cash and amazing prizes while showcasing their unique international experience!

JWW Network + Office Hours

Cohort members gain exclusive access to the JWW Network, a valuable resource for connecting with mentors, discovering career opportunities, and fostering community engagement.

They also enjoy access to JWW Office Hours, where they can schedule time every Friday to meet with a JWW network member for personalized discussions on their professional development, goals, or to receive expert advice.

Joy Worldwide Inc. Flight Program

Our Flight Voucher program will cover one of the largest financial barriers for students, international flights. To qualify, applicants must be a Pell Grant recipient and accepted into a study abroad program lasting three months or more. Applicants are required to write an essay and finalists will be invited for an interview. Learn more about the program components below.

Round-trip flight to host city

Cohort members receive a round-trip flight voucher to their host city for their study abroad program.

Workshops + Monthly Reflections

Cohort members will participate in a pre-trip workshop to prepare for their time abroad. We’ll discuss what to expect, address any questions, and hear from speakers on how to enhance their study abroad experience. Additionally, they will receive monthly reflection questions and access to the JWW Network.

JWW Network + Office Hours

Cohort members gain exclusive access to the JWW Network, a valuable resource for connecting with mentors, discovering career opportunities, and fostering community engagement.

They also enjoy access to JWW Office Hours, where they can schedule time every Friday to meet with a JWW network member for personalized discussions on their professional development, goals, or to receive expert advice.

Joy Worldwide Inc. Passport and Visa Program

Our Passport and Visa Program will be for African American college students needing financial assistance with obtaining a passport or visa. To qualify, applicants must be accepted into a short-term or long-term study abroad program. The scholarship award will cover passport or visa application fees. Applicants must submit their receipts for reimbursement within one month of submitting their passport or visa application.

Program Pillars

  • Healthy Lifestyles

    Studying abroad offers the chance to learn about the healthy lifestyles of a host country by exploring its food culture, physical activity habits, healthcare practices, and social norms around wellness, gaining a deeper understanding of local approaches to health and well-being.

  • Family Structures

    Studying abroad offers the opportunity to learn about the family structures of a host country by immersing yourself in local social norms, interacting with host families, and observing how familial roles, values, and relationships shape daily life and community dynamics.

  • Sustainability

    Studying abroad allows you to learn about the sustainability practices of a host country by observing its environmental policies, waste management systems, renewable energy initiatives, and community engagement in eco-friendly practices, providing a firsthand look at how sustainability is integrated into daily life.

  • Financial Literacy

    Studying abroad allows students to learn about the financial literacy of the host country by understanding its banking systems, tax structures, cost of living, and cultural attitudes toward savings and spending, giving valuable insights into its economic landscape.

  • Political Involvement

    Studying abroad provides the opportunity to learn about the political involvement of a country by engaging in local discussions, observing government policies in action, and experiencing firsthand the political climate and public participation in civic life.