Dwight D. Eisenhower/Conrad N. Hilton Scholarship
The Center for Global Education and the Eisenhower Institute are pleased to announce that three $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to Gettysburg College students who plan to study globally during the Spring 2026 semester.
The primary purpose of the Dwight D. Eisenhower/Conrad N. Hilton Scholarship is to help U.S. students study globally, thereby encouraging and assisting students who bring a strong international orientation to their studies; exhibit, through extracurricular activities, an interest and awareness of the role they can perform in bettering the world; and show through their career aspirations and corresponding curriculum choices, an appreciation of the role that international travel, global trade, and cross-cultural exchange can play in fostering international understanding and world peace.
The scholarship is for Gettysburg College students who are applying for global study during the Spring 2026 semester. Preferred applicants will have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and can be from any academic discipline. Applicants are awarded on merit.
Completed applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
Applications should include:
- applicant’s academic transcript;
- resume reflecting work experience and activities;
- an essay, not more than 1,000 words, that reflects on how your chosen global study experience will support your academic and professional goals, and how the program relates to the purpose of this scholarship.
If you have additional questions, please contact CGE at: cge@gettysburg.edu or call (717) 337-6866.
NOTE: Applicants who are receiving financial aid of other kinds from Gettysburg College or elsewhere should be aware that the awarding of an Eisenhower/Hilton scholarship may impact the overall financial aid package they currently receive. If you have additional questions about the scholarship, please contact the Center for Global Education at cge@gettysburg.edu or (717) 337-6866.
Fall 2025 Recipients
Abiral Shrestha '28
I'm Abiral Shrestha, a sophomore Computer Science major from Nepal. I grew up in Kathmandu, and I've always been curious about how things work, especially technology. That's what got me into programming.
On campus, I'm a Webmaster for the Association for Computing Machinery, where I help build and maintain our club's website and platforms. I also work with the Tech Team for Student Activities, setting up sound and lighting for campus events. It's a good way to be involved and learn some practical skills at the same time. In addition, I’m a Student Office Assistant at the Center for Student Success, supporting front desk operations and helping students navigate the resources they need.
This spring, I will be going to Norway for study abroad. I'm looking forward to experiencing a different education system and seeing how they approach technology there. It'll be my first time in Europe, so I'm excited to explore a new part of the world and meet people with different perspectives.
Nhi Le '27
I'm Nhi, a junior Mathematics major from Vietnam. As an avid language enthusiast, I see math as a language: a language rooted in philosophy and logic, one that unfolds the beauty of the universe, and one that enables us to convey ideas across nationalities and disciplines. I want to be fluent in this language, and eventually contribute to mathematical education in the future.
On campus, I'm working as a Math Peer Learning Associate and Grader. In Summer 2025, I took part in the development of the Silicon Detectors for the Compact Muon Solenoid experiment based at CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research), Switzerland as an intern at Fermi National Laboratory in Chicago, where I got the first taste of the vibrant and dynamic work environment of an international scientific research collaboration. Outside of class, I like journaling, learning languages, and playing badminton.
This spring, I'll be studying abroad with the Budapest Semesters in Mathematics program. This is an incredible chance for me to learn firsthand the research techniques and pedagogical practice in Hungary, a country with a deep mathematical tradition that never ceased to produce some of the most prolific mathematicians and scientists in the world. I'm excited to practice the beautiful Hungarian language with native speakers in their own country, have meaningful exchanges with people from around the world, immerse myself in a culture I've always been fascinated by, and take cultural courses alongside advanced mathematics.
Shamber Shamurov '28
My name is Shamber Shamurov, and I’m a sophomore at Gettysburg College majoring in Finance and minoring in Data Science. I’m originally from Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, and I take pride in bringing Central Asian culture, discipline, and integrity into everything I do—whether in the classroom, at work, or in my community. I enjoy basketball, boxing, and listening to music, which help me stay grounded and balanced. I currently serve as the Vice-President of MMA club on campus, a role that has strengthened my communication and leadership skills. Studying abroad in Bonn, Germany is the next step in expanding my worldview, growing academically, and connecting with new cultures.