X1 Learning Grants
Experiential Learning Grant Instructions & Online Application
The Experience One Grant Fund was created by ASUMW to support Montana Western students who are seeking to further their education outside of the traditional boundaries of the institution. Activities qualifying for this grant include, but are not limited to, conference, seminars, and study abroad opportunities.
In order to have a complete application and to be considered for funding, please thoroughly review the instructions below. Please make sure to complete the checklist of items. Applications are open from the start of each semester through the last day of Block 3 in the fall and Block 7 in the spring.
Guidelines:
- All allocations are made at the discretion of the ASUMW Student Senate and are based on the merit of each individual grant proposal. Requested amounts are not guaranteed.
- Individual grant requests may not exceed $500. Students may submit one grant request per semester and receive a maximum of $1,000 in total grant money during their enrollment at Montana Western.
- Allocations will likely be dispersed in Block 4 for fall applications and Block 8 for spring applications. Recipients will be notified of their award by email.
- ASUMW reserves the right to request evidence of actual expenses and may require reimbursement of any or all funds not related to direct expenses.
Requirements:
Interested students must complete the online X1 Grant Application. The following items are needed to submit the online application:
- Applicants must submit a written grant proposal letter that includes the following information (one page maximum):
- Thorough explanation of proposed experiential learning project and the education benefits of participating.
- Anticipated expenses.
- Additional information you would like ASUMW to review for consideration.
- Applications must also submit a completed X1 Grant Application Signature Page (available below.)
Proposal letters must be individually written for the given year (no plagiarism or duplicating previous application letters). Positive contribution to the educational experience of the student will be the primary criteria for grant approval, but students may include a statement of financial need and/or academic achievement in support of their application. Applicants will receive a confirmation e-mail upon submission.
If you have any questions regarding the online application please contact Augustina Wofford at [email protected] You can also stop by the ASUMW Office (SUB Basement) or call 406-683-7211.