If you’re an international student looking to study in the United States, the cost of tuition and living expenses can be a daunting prospect. Fortunately, there are many scholarships, grants, and fellowships available to help ease the financial burden. In this blog post, we’ll provide a comprehensive list of some of the most popular options for international students.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program provides funding for graduate-level study and research in the United States. The program is open to students from over 160 countries and covers tuition, travel, and living expenses for one academic year. To be eligible, you must have completed an undergraduate degree and be proficient in English.
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
The Humphrey Fellowship Program is designed for mid-career professionals who wish to enhance their skills and knowledge in a particular field. The program offers a year of non-degree graduate-level study, leadership development, and professional networking opportunities in the United States. The program is open to individuals from eligible countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.
Rotary Peace Fellowship
The Rotary Peace Fellowship provides funding for individuals to pursue a master’s degree in fields related to peace and conflict resolution. The program covers tuition, travel, and living expenses for up to two years of study at one of six partner universities in the United States, Japan, England, Australia, Sweden, or Thailand. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to peace and international understanding.
American Association of University Women International Fellowships
The AAUW International Fellowships program provides funding for women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the United States. The program offers support for one year of study, including tuition, fees, books, and living expenses. To be eligible, applicants must have citizenship in a country other than the United States, hold an academic degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree, and demonstrate proficiency in English.
Microsoft Tuition Scholarships
Microsoft offers tuition scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing degrees in computer science or related fields. The scholarship covers tuition and partial living expenses for one academic year. Applicants must be enrolled full-time at a four-year college or university in the United States, Canada, or Mexico and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Program
The Aga Khan Foundation provides funding for postgraduate studies to outstanding students from developing countries who have no other means of financing their education. The program covers tuition, travel, and living expenses for up to two years of study at a partner university in the United States, Canada, or Europe. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to improving the quality of life in their communities.
Hubert Humphrey Fellowship for Experienced Professionals
The Hubert Humphrey Fellowship for Experienced Professionals is designed for mid-career professionals from eligible countries who have a track record of leadership and a commitment to public service. The program provides a year of non-degree graduate-level study, leadership development, and professional networking opportunities in the United States. The program covers tuition, travel, and living expenses.
Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship
The Google Anita Borg Memorial Scholarship provides funding for female undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in computer science or related fields. The scholarship covers tuition and living expenses for one academic year. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a passion for computer science and technology.
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
The American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship provides funding for undergraduate students from developing countries who wish to study in the United States. The scholarship covers tuition, room, board, and other expenses for four years of study at American University in Washington, D.C. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to his or her academic growth.
