Get more from your study abroad experience
Starting Fall 2025, the Scan Design Foundation (SDF) Fellowship Program will evolve into the
SDF Denmark-Wisconsin Sustainability Fellowship Program
About the Program
Established at the University of Wisconsin–Madison in Fall 2010, thanks to the generosity of Inger and Jens Bruun, this program aims to:
- Strengthen Danish American relations
- Raise awareness about sustainability
Who Can Apply?
If you’re a student with a sustainability-focused major or certificate, this program is for you! Apply for study abroad scholarships and participate in our UW program.
What to Expect
- Global Networking: Connect with like-minded students from Denmark and the US who share your passion for sustainable development. Build friendships and professional relationships that will last a lifetime.
- Pre-Semester Study Tour: Before the semester starts, incoming Danish and returning UW students will join a week-long study tour exploring cultural and environmental sustainability in Wisconsin.
- Midterm and End-of-Term Events: Stay connected with your cohort through a few sponsored events throughout the semester.
Exchange Opportunities
The program supports students participating in exchanges between UW–Madison and Danish universities, including:
- University of Copenhagen
- Copenhagen Business School
- Denmark’s Technical University
- University of Aarhus
Additional Eligibility
UW–Madison students in other programs in Demark (DIS, the International Internship Program, and independent research programs) are also eligible, as are Danish students coming to UW–Madison via the Visiting International Student Program.
Exploring Sustainability Through Study Abroad
SDF students presented at the 2024 UW Sustainability Symposium. Their poster explored Danish & US views on sustainability, drawing on data from past SDF participants and their own study abroad experiences. Click on the photo for more highlights from the 2024-25 year on our Sustainability Focus page.
Where are you going?
Madison to Denmark
The SDF Denmark-Wisconsin Sustainability Fellowship Program offers qualified UW-Madison students scholarships and the opportunity to connect with like-minded Danes abroad and when you return to campus.
Click on the photo for more details and scholarship information.
Denmark to Madison
Application details for the Danes wishing to participate in the SDF Denmark-Wisconsin Sustainability Fellowship Program are in the works!
Application information will be posted on this website once it becomes available.