Scholarships to Study in North America

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University of Manitoba Scholarships

The University of Manitoba issues more than $35 million to students each year in the form of scholarships and bursaries. They reward students who have demonstrated academic success and support students who are facing financial hardship.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: Recipient awards range from small grants to $50,000 CAD depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship

FINCAD offers their Women in Finance Scholarship in hopes of encouraging and supporting talented women in the field of finance, particularly those pursuing careers in financial asset management, market risk management, and derivatives finance within the capital markets.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to women from all countries who are enrolled in finance related postgraduate programs. 

AWARD: One recipient will be awarded $20,000 CAD. $10,000 of this will be paid directly to the recipient, while the other $10,000 will be paid to their educational institution to help cover the cost of tuition. 

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

Humber University International Scholarships

Humber University wants to make sure their international students are able to get the financial aid they need in order to complete their studies. Therefore, they offer a total of 20 Humber International Entrance Scholarships to new students commencing their Diploma and/or Advanced Diploma studies at Humber University. Recipients are selected based on high school academic excellence.

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to new students who have achieved the highest GPA. The scholarship ensures that only one student from each country can be a recipient during the same semester.

AWARD: This scholarship offers a $2,000 CAD reduction in tuition fees during the first two semesters of study ($1,000 CAD per semester).

DEADLINE: No separate application is required, as the awards are automatically granted to eligible candidates after they commence their studies. Learn more by clicking the button below.

York University International Scholarships

York University understands the importance of international students and their contribution to the intellectual and cultural diversity on campus. To reward these contributions, multiple scholarships were created to help fund students from abroad who wish to study at YU.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $1,000 to $45,000 CAD depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

The University of British Colombia International Scholarships

The University of British Colombia recognizes the academic achievement of outstanding students from around the world by giving out more than $30 million annually in awards, scholarships, and other forms of financial support to their international undergraduate students.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from small grants to 100% tuition fee waivers depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Fulbright Scholarships- Canada

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for individually designed study/research projects or for English teaching assistant programs. During their grants, Fulbrighters will meet, work, live with and learn from the people of the host country, in order to promote mutual understanding through direct engagement in the community.

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to passionate and accomplished graduating college seniors, graduate students and young professionals who hold an excellent academic record, possess strong leadership skills, and have a high sense of social commitment. Further eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded round trip international airfare, a monthly stipend, based on the cost of living in the host country, health insurance and assistance in the visa application process. Additional benefits depend on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

Fanshawe College International Scholarships

Fanshawe College is on a mission to provide pathways to success and exceptional learning experiences to their students, and they understand that financial aid is a huge part of that. Therefore, they offer more than 650 scholarships, awards and bursary opportunities to help their international students.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Only enrolled students are able to access award details. 

DEADLINE: Once enrolled, students will be automatically considered for the entrance scholarships. In-course scholarships open up to students after their first year at Fanshawe. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Thompson Rivers University International Scholarships

Thompson Rivers University is a leading destination in Canada for international students. International enrolment now exceeds 3,500 students from 100+ nations, so TRU gives out various awards each year to help support their hard working students from around the world. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from 1,000 CAD to 12,000 CAD depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

McGill University International Scholarships

McGill University recognizes the challenges International students can face when studying away from home. The Scholarships and Student Aid Office is committed to ensuring that qualified students from any geographic region are financially supported in their goals to enter and complete academic programs at the University.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $3,000 to $12,000 CAD depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships

Named after Major-General Georges P. Vanier, the first francophone Governor General of Canada, the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship program helps Canadian institutions attract highly qualified doctoral students by means of fully-funded scholarships. 

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to PhD students who have been nominated by a Canadian institution. For a full list of eligibility requirements and how to get nominated, click here.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $50,000 CAD per year for three years during their doctoral studies.

DEADLINE: Applicants should consult their nominating institution for the submission deadline. Learn more by clicking the button below.

ICCS Graduate Student Scholarships

The International Council for Canadian Studies wants to help facilitate the renewal of the community by supporting the work of young scholars. Candidates will spend 4-6 weeks at a Canadian university or site, conducting research related to their thesis or dissertation in the field of Canadian Studies. This scholarship is not intended to initiate a thesis or dissertation, but rather to provide access to crucial scholarly information and resources in Canada in support of a thesis/dissertation.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to students in the social sciences or humanities, who are in the process of preparing a graduate thesis or doctoral dissertation in Canadian Studies

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $4,000 CAD. 

DEADLINE: Applicants should contact their respective Canadian institutions for submission deadlines. Learn more by clicking the button below.

EduCanada International Scholarships

EduCanada wants you to choose Canada as your study or research destination. Therefore, they offer multiple scholarship opportunities available to support the best and brightest coming to Canada. Explore their database by country of origin to find scholarships, fellowships or funding opportunities made available by Global Affairs Canada and other Canadian federal government departments.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from small grants to 100% tuition fee waivers depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of Calgary Scholarships

The University of Calgary is committed to making international opportunities as accessible as possible. As a result, there is almost half a million dollars in UCalgary funding available to students going on UCalgary study abroad programs and a variety of external awards that may also apply to the student's program.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: International recipient awards range from $200 to $20,000 CAD depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarships

The University of Calgary annually offers their Entrance Scholarships to international students entering first year in any undergraduate degree in the upcoming fall term who have satisfied the university's English Language Proficiency requirement. The scholarship is renewable in the second, third and fourth year based on academic performance.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to international students, entering first year in any undergraduate degree in The University of Calgary.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $20,000 CAD.

DEADLINE: There is no specific deadline to apply for the International Entrance Scholarship, it’s important to apply before the University of Calgary admission deadlines. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Carleton University International Entrance Scholarships

Carleton University offers Entrance Scholarships to both their International and Domestic students to reward them for pursuing higher education at CU. These awards are renewable for each year of an undergraduate program. 

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to students who have been admitted to CU with an admission average of 80 percent or better. Applicants must also meet the language requirements. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $1,000 to $4,000 CAD per year depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: Students will automatically be considered for this scholarship upon enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of Waterloo International Scholarships

With over 30,000 students from 120 different countries, the University of Waterloo appreciates and recognizes the importance of their international students. To reward them for their hard work, UWaterloo offers scholarships each year purely for their non-native students. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.  

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $2,500 to $40,000 CAD depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of Winnipeg International Scholarships

The University of Winnipeg is dedicated to ensuring that all students have equal access to higher education. As a result of this, there are support services and programs in place to help students achieve their academic aspirations at UW, such as financial assistance.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $100 to $48,000 CAD depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of Alberta International Scholarships

Whether you're a scholastic achiever, community leader, or well-rounded student, the University of Alberta awards $32 million each year in international undergraduate scholarships to students just like you. Their database is full of different opportunities, take a look and see what you qualify for. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $5,000 to $53,000 CAD depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation

This three-year leadership program is designed to equip outstanding doctoral candidates with the skills needed to translate their ideas into action, for the betterment of their communities and the world. Up to 16 doctoral Scholars are selected each year.

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must already be accepted into a full-time doctoral program studying any of the humanities or social sciences. Applicants chosen doctoral work must relate to at least one of the Foundation’s Four Themes: Human Rights and Dignity, Responsible Citizenship, Canada and the World, or People and their Natural Environment. Applicants must also be either a non-Canadian or a Canadian citizen studying at a foreign institution.

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $20,000 to $40,000 CAD.

DEADLINE: December 1, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. EST. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Canada-China Scholars' Exchange Program (CCSEP)

Established in 1973, the CCSEP was the result of an undertaking by then Chinese premier Zhou Enlai and Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau. The CCSEP is an official exchange program between the two countries designed to enhance Chinese scholars’ and professionals’ knowledge and understanding of Canada. Scholarships are usually for four to 12 month periods of research in Canada, but do not involve formal enrolment at a Canadian university. The recipients are placed as visiting scholars.

ELIGIBILITY: Canada offers awards to full-time, permanent teaching or research staff, master’s or doctoral graduates as well as non-academics in China holding senior professional posts (e.g., judges, broadcasters, economists) so that upon their return home they can make a distinctive contribution to life in China and to mutual understanding between Canada and China.

AWARD: The China Scholarship Council provides a round-trip international travel fee and visa application fee. The Canadian side provides scholarship living expenses and medical insurance expenses during the study in Canada.

DEADLINE: The application period is open to Chinese applicants for the 2023-2024 academic year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Pharmica International Scholarship Program

Pharmica Pharmacy recognizes the financial barriers faced by many students in pursuing higher education beyond high school. Therefore, they annually offer the International Scholarship Program to a student accepted to study at an accredited university and classified as an international or overseas student.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to students aged 18 or older, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted into a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited North American college or university.

AWARD: The recipient will be awarded $1,000.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

WEAR & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship

WEAR & I is passionate about fashion and would like to help students pay part of their tuition fees or provide financial support in fashion. They aim to find candidates who have their own unique insights into fashion and outfits.  

ELIGIBILITY: The scholarship is open to international students with a qualified school admission certificate from institutions in the U.S., Canada, UK, Italy, France, or Australia.  

AWARD: Recipient awards are either $500, $1000, or $1500. 

DEADLINE: May 1, 2024. Learn more by clicking the button below.  

CIHR Health Research Training Award Programs

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) strives to ensure a strong foundation of future health research leaders, and is committed to offering programs that increase the supply of highly-qualified research personnel. They support trainees at Masters, Doctoral, and Postdoctoral levels across various health disciplines, including health professionals.

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to students at Masters, Doctoral, and Postdoctoral levels. Further eligibility varies depending on the program.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded fundig support through training award programs, grants and strategic initiatives.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the program. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Google Lime Scholarship

Google and Lime Connect join forces to empower university students with disabilities, helping them overcome barriers and pursue academic goals in computer science, fostering the development of future leaders in technology.

ELIGIBILITY: This fellowship is open to full-time Bachelor's students with visible or invisible disabilities, pursuing degrees in computer science or related technical fields. Applicants should demonstrate strong academic records, leadership qualities, and a passion for technology.

AWARD: Students will receive 10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada).

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

Google PhD Fellowship Program

The Google PhD Fellowship Program supports outstanding graduate students worldwide who are conducting innovative research in computer science and related fields. The program aims to build inclusive research communities and is open to diverse backgrounds.

ELIGIBILITY: This fellowship is open to full-time PhD students worldwide, excluding Google employees and previous awardees from specific regions. Further eligibility varies depending on the region.

AWARD: Recipients receive named Fellowships with monetary awards covering stipends, research expenses, and travel. The duration and amounts vary by region, and students are paired with Google Research Mentors.

DEADLINE: May 2024. Students are advised to refer to the main Google PhD Fellowship Program page for each region’s application details. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship

The International Peace Scholarship Fund was established in 1949 to provide scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is for women from countries other than the U.S. and Canada, seeking advanced degrees in the U.S. or Canada. Applicants should have a year of coursework remaining, excluding doctoral students working solely on dissertations.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded up to $12,500. Lesser amounts may be awarded according to individual needs.

DEADLINE: December 15 of every year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

GyanDhan Scholarship for Indian Students

GyanDhan Scholarship supports Indian students wishing to pursue a 2-year postgraduate course in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand or Germany by offering a merit-based, one-time award.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to Indian residents with an undergrad degree from an Indian institute.

AWARD: The recipient will be awarded an INR 1 Lakh (approximately equal to 1,200 USD) one-time scholarship for postgraduate studies.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

The Eureka SD Project

The Eureka SD partnership includes 9 European and 11 Latin American Higher Education Institutions, as well as 40 associated partners. The main goal of the Eureka SD Project is to support international education and research. To do so, they offer 315 mobilities for students and staff, each of which has a strong focus on topics related to sustainable development. 

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to students and staff from European and Lot 15 Countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Uruguay and Venezuela) that are willing to undertake periods of study, teaching, research, or training at one of the listed partner universities. This includes Undergraduate, Master, Doctorate, and Post-Doctorate students.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded a 100% fee waivers for travel expenses and insurance costs and a monthly allowance ranging from 1000 € to 2500 € depending on the type of mobility.

DEADLINE: Applicants should contact their home institution for submission deadlines. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Fulbright Scholarships- Mexico

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for individually designed study/research projects or for English teaching assistant programs. During their grants, Fulbrighters will meet, work, live with and learn from the people of the host country, in order to promote mutual understanding through direct engagement in the community.

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to passionate and accomplished graduating college seniors, graduate students and young professionals who hold an excellent academic record, possess strong leadership skills, and have a high sense of social commitment. Further eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded round trip international airfare, a monthly stipend, based on the cost of living in the host country, health insurance and assistance in the visa application process. Additional benefits depend on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Boren Scholarships

The Boren Awards fund the intensive study of language and culture abroad by U.S. undergraduate or graduate students. All eligible applicants have the option to either apply for a Regional Flagship Language Initiative or select/design their own study program.

ELIGIBILITY:These scholarships are open to U.S. citizens planning an overseas program in one of the selected countries. (Mexico is listed). Further eligibility varies depending on undergraduate Boren Scholars and graduate Boren Fellows.

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $8,000 to $25,000 USD depending on the program.

DEADLINE: January 24,2024 at 5:00 p.m. ET. for the Boren Fellowship program and January 31, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. ET. for the Boren Scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

CETYS Universidad Scholarships

CETYS Universidad wants you to become the professional that you have always wanted to be. Therefore, they hand out various financial aid opportunities to assist their CETYS Highschool, Undergraduate, and Graduate students down the path of success. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from 10% to 100% tuition fee waivers depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Fundación Carolina Scholarships

Fundación Carolina Scholarships aim to facilitate and promote the expansion of university graduate studies as well as the specialization and updating of knowledge of postgraduates, professors, researchers, artists and professionals from the Latin American countries members of the Ibero-American Community of Nations and Portugal.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: The award varies depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Autonomous University of Hidalgo State Scholarships

Autonomous University of Hidalgo State provides various scholarships and grants for students to apply.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. For full eligibility requirements, click here.

AWARD: The award varies depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Rainforest Alliance Kleinhans Fellowship

The Rainforest Alliance has a long history of working with forest communities that have established their own locally managed enterprises, providing them with training and technical assistance on sustainable forestry practices, value-added processing, business administration, market access and more. Researchers of any nationality or residence are eligible for the Kleinhans Fellowship; however, the research itself must be conducted in Latin America.

ELIGIBILITY: Applicants must have a master’s degree in forestry, ecology, botany, environmental science or an appropriate related field. Doctoral candidates or post-doctoral researchers are preferred, although applicants may substitute relevant experience for higher-level degrees.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded a two-year stipend of $20,000 USD per year to support research that addresses one of the selected topics. 

DEADLINE: February 28, 2025.Learn more by clicking the button below.  

Pharmica International Scholarship Program

Pharmica Pharmacy recognizes the financial barriers faced by many students in pursuing higher education beyond high school. Therefore, they annually offer the International Scholarship Program to a student accepted to study at an accredited university and classified as an international or overseas student.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to students aged 18 or older, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted into a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited North American college or university.

AWARD: The recipient will be awarded $1,000.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.  

The OAS Master's and Doctorate Scholarships in Mexico

The Organization of American States (OAS) provides scholarships and one-time grants for graduate programs in Mexico, primarily for citizens of OAS Member States, excluding Mexico, with a special focus on Central America and the Caribbean.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to citizens or permanent residents of OAS Member States (excluding Mexico) pursuing master's or doctoral programs at Mexican institutions. Students should also hold a Bachelor's degree for Master's programs and a Master's degree for Doctoral programs, maintain a GPA equivalent to 8 on a scale of 1 to 10, and meet the language requirements of their chosen study program.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded financial support for living expenses, basic medical insurance, and a one-time grant of $1,200 USD.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

The AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship

American University offers their AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship to promote educational access and opportunity, while simultaneously enhancing international diversity. The goal of AU EGL is to provide students with the proper skillset and training they need, in hopes that they will return home and use their new knowledge to improve their under-resourced and underfunded communities.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to international students who have overcome various obstacles and challenges, as well as those from diverse and underrepresented global and socioeconomic backgrounds. Applicants must also have a minimum GPA of 3.8 and meet the English language proficiency requirements.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 100% fee waivers for tuition, housing accommodations, and visa application costs. Only one student is chosen for this scholarship each year. If you apply and aren't chosen, but wish to continue with your application process at AU, you may be eligible for a partial scholarship.

DEADLINE: December of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Wesleyan University's Freeman Asian Scholarship Program

Wesleyan University offers their Freeman Asian Scholarship Program each year, with the goal of improving mutual understanding and strengthening ties between the United States and Asian countries. As a result, numerous Freeman Scholars have become influential educators and ministers in their home countries, and Wesleyan University hopes to continue growing this number.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to citizens of the following countries: People's Republic of China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand or Vietnam. Applicants must have completed their secondary studies and meet the English language proficiency requirements. 

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded around $80,000 USD to cover the costs of tuition, housing, and other fees. 

DEADLINE: Applicants should reach out to the Associate Dean of Admission at Wesleyan University for submission deadlines. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is developing Africa’s next generation of leaders. This program allows students, whose talent and promise exceed their financial resources, to complete their education. Mastercard hopes to develop leaders who are transformative, and encourage them to be active contributors in their communities.

ELIGIBILITY: The undergraduate program is open to students 29 years old or younger, while the graduate program is open to students 35 years old or younger. Each educational institution has their own eligibility criteria, so applicants must carefully review the requirements posted by the institution they are applying to. 

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 100% fee waivers for tuition, housing, books, and other materials. Further awards will vary depending on the university.

DEADLINE: Applicants should contact their chosen university for submission deadlines. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of the West International Scholarships

The University of the West offers a warm welcome to their international students by providing multiple merit based scholarships. These grants are intended to award outstanding academic and personal achievement, while simultaneously making higher education more affordable and accessible. UWest offers scholarships to both their incoming and current international undergraduate and graduate students. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Undergraduate recipients can qualify for $6,000 USD upon entering their freshman year of studies, while graduate recipients can qualify for $7,000 USD. More financial aid opportunities become available after the completion of applicants first year. 

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program

The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program enhances leadership among international professionals who collaborate to address local and global challenges, as well as foster change for our collective good. Through academic study and professional development with U.S. counterparts, this growing global network shares best practices and builds expertise in fields of critical importance.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to applicants in possession of an undergraduate degree and proficient English abilities. Applicants must have a five year minimum of full-time, professional work experience outside of the United States. Demonstrated leadership qualities and a record of public service in the community are also required. Please contact the U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section, or Binational Fulbright Commission in your country of residence to learn about possible specific program requirements.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 100% fee waivers for tuition and other costs at the assigned host university, pre-academic English language training (if required), a living allowance, accident and sickness coverage, a book allowance, a one-time computer subsidy, free international travel to and from the U.S., and a Professional Development allowance for activities.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on applicants country of residence. Applicants should reference their respective U.S. Embassies or Binational Fulbright Commissioners for submission deadlines. Learn more by clicking the button below.

NYU Wagner Scholarships

NYU Wagner offers various scholarships and fellowships designed to identify and reward their most outstanding students. These programs are available to both domestic and international students enrolled at NYU Wagner. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship or fellowship. 

AWARD: Scholarship awards range from 25% to 100% tuition fee waivers depending on the scholarship. Fellowship awards range from 50% to 100% tuition fee waivers depending on the program.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship/program and time of enrollment. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Microsoft Disability Scholarship

Microsoft created the Microsoft Disability Scholarship in order to empower and enable people with disabilities. This is a renewable scholarship awarded to promising high school seniors with disabilities, who plan to attend a vocational or academic college and pursue a career in the technology industry.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to students who plan to attend an undergraduate program at a university in the USA, or a university with a USA-Affiliate for financial transactions. Students must declare an approved major in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, law, business, or a related field. Students must also have a high school cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, and Require financial assistance to attend college.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $5,000 USD for each year of their undergraduate studies. 

DEADLINE: March of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Illinois Wesleyan International Scholarships

Illinois Wesleyan University is proud to award scholarships and need-based financial aid to international students entering their freshman year at IWU. The two academic scholarships offered are the Merit-Based Scholarship and the President’s Scholarship.

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to all enrolling undergraduate students at IWU who are not U.S citizens. 

AWARD: Merit Scholars will be awarded between $16,000 and $30,000 USD per year for four years of an undergraduate degree. Presidential Scholars will be awarded 100% tuition fee waivers for four years of an undergraduate degree. 

DEADLINE: Upon enrollment, students are automatically considered for the Merit Scholarship and contacted if eligible. The deadline for the President’s Scholarship is February of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Colombia College Scholarships

Colombia College offers generous scholarships based on academic merit and other varying factors. These are stackable scholarships which are designed to support both domestic and international students enrolling at CC.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $500 USD to 100% tuition fee waivers depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: Applicants should contact a member of admissions at CC for specific deadline information. Learn more by clicking the button below.

The NextGen Scholarship

P.E.R.K Consulting understands firsthand how easy it is for deserving students to lose out on good opportunities due to a lack of resources. Therefore, they created the NextGen Scholarship Fund for international students who come to the United States in hopes of obtaining higher education.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to current undergraduate students attending a 2 or 4 year college with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Applicants must be non-U.S. citizens currently residing in or attending university in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $1000 USD. 

DEADLINE: March of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

East-West Center Scholarships and Fellowships

The East-West Center and the University of Hawai‘i have teamed up in order to create various graduate programs for international students. These programs are designed to foster a sense of community and develop leadership skills through cultural exchange, shared experiences, and collaborative preparation.

ELIGIBILITY: These programs are open to graduate students from the United States, Asia, and the Pacific. Further eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from discounted housing rates to 100% tuition fee waivers + allowances. 

DEADLINE: Deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

ZLOG Scholarship

The Master of Engineering in Logistics and Supply Chain Management (ZLOG) is a high-quality degree taught in a truly global setting, which guides its graduates to become proficient in both problem solving and leadership. This Masters program is conducted by ZLC at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.  

ELIGIBILITY: The ZLC invites students from all backgrounds, countries, and disciplines to apply, so long as they possess an undergraduate degree. 

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 70% tuition fee waivers.

DEADLINE: This scholarship has a rolling deadline. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of Wisconsin- Superior NTW Program

The University of Wisconsin- Superior, through their Nonresident Tuition Waiver (NTW) Program, hopes to make the cost of studying at UW-Superior affordable to a wide range of students from diverse backgrounds.

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to all international undergraduate and graduate students enrolling at UW-Superior. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $5,500 to $7,500 USD depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: Upon enrollment, students are automatically considered for these scholarships and contacted if deemed eligible. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Brandeis University International Programs

The International Student and Scholars Office at Brandeis University offers various programs designed to enhance the American educational experience for their international students and scholars. Some of these programs include scholarship opportunities.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.  

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 100% tuition fee waivers. Additional awards vary depending on the scholarship.  

DEADLINE: Students should contact the International Student and Scholars Office for submission deadlines. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of South Carolina Scholarships

The University of South Carolina offers a generous array of scholarships for freshmen who are not state residents. Only one merit award per person is allowed, but merit awards can be stacked with other USC scholarships. 

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to all first time students enrolling at USC who reside outside of South Carolina. Further eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $ 500 to $22,000 USD per year depending on the scholarship. Additional bonuses will vary. 

DEADLINE: Deadline varies depending on the scholarship. For some scholarships, students will automatically be considered and contacted if deemed eligible. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Stanford University's Knight-Hennessy Scholarship

Stanford University offers their Knight-Hennessy Scholarship to graduate students each year. Knight-Hennessy Scholars will participate in the King Global Leadership Program, which is designed to develop transformational leadership capabilities. Within KGLP, scholars collaborate and begin to address important challenges facing the world, such as climate change, healthcare inequity, the future of education, and criminal justice reform.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to all graduate students enrolling at Stanford, or currently enrolled graduate students who wish to study an additional program.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 100% tuition fee waivers, living stipends, and one time round-trip airfare to and from Stanford. 

DEADLINE: October of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of Massachusetts Non-Resident Merit Scholarships

The University of Massachusetts wants to reward their first time students who are making the big decision to study abroad, or to study outside of their home state. To do so, they offer a handful of merit scholarships available to international students and non-Massachusetts residents.

ELIGIBILITY: These scholarships are open to first-time, first-year, undergraduate students with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

AWARD: Awards range from $5,000 to $20,400 USD depending on scholarship.

DEADLINE: Deadline is 1st March of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

University of Missouri-Kansas City International Scholarships

The University of Missouri-Kansas City offers several small scholarship opportunities for academically talented international students. Students may stack these scholarships with various other private scholarships, which are available through the UMKC website. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship. 

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $2,000 to $8,000 USD (not including the private scholarships).

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Vanderbilt University Merit Scholarships

Each year, Vanderbilt University awards merit-based scholarships to applicants who demonstrate exceptional accomplishments and intellectual promise. These students represent the top 1% of all freshman applicants to Vanderbilt, and with the limited number of merit scholarships available, the selection process is very competitive.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 100% tuition fee waivers. Additional awards vary depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: December of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

University of South Alabama International Scholarships

The University of South Alabama is proud to offer a number of scholarship opportunities for their international students. As many of these are competitive awards, students are encouraged to apply for admission prior to the priority deadline dates to ensure consideration. 

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $2,000 to $10,000 USD per year depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: January 15 and May 1 of each year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Rotary Peace Fellowships

Each year, Rotary awards 130 fellowships to dedicated leaders from around the world, which enables them to study at one of their peace centers. Through academic training, practice, and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace Center helps to mold professionals and practitioners into experienced and effective catalysts for peace.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies between the Masters Degree Program and the Professional Development Certificate Program. 

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded 100% fee waivers for tuition, housing, travel, and any other related costs. 

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Fulbright Program 

The Fulbright Program provides orientation and enrichment opportunities to enhance the Fulbright Program experience in the United States. The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) sponsors the Fulbright Program under policy guidelines established by the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board (FSB) and in cooperation with bi-national Fulbright Commissions and the Public Affairs Sections of U.S. Embassies abroad.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to international students from any country who are not U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or dual citizens of the U.S. and another country. Program eligibility and selection procedures vary widely by country.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded stipend, monthly maintenance, travel and tuition assistance, grant stipends and benefits vary from country to country. Grants awarded to countries with Fulbright Commissions often differ from those to countries without Fulbright Commissions.

DEADLINE: Varies based on nationalities. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

Pharmica International Scholarship Program

Pharmica Pharmacy recognizes the financial barriers faced by many students in pursuing higher education beyond high school. Therefore, they annually offer the International Scholarship Program to a student accepted to study at an accredited university and classified as an international or overseas student.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to students aged 18 or older, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Applicants must be enrolled or accepted into a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited North American college or university.

AWARD: The recipient will be awarded $1,000.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below. 

WEAR & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship

WEAR & I is passionate about fashion and would like to help students pay part of their tuition fees or provide financial support in fashion. They aim to find candidates who have their own unique insights into fashion and outfits.

ELIGIBILITY: The scholarship is open to international students with a qualified school admission certificate from institutions in the U.S., Canada, UK, Italy, France, or Australia.

AWARD: Recipient awards are either $500, $1000, or $1500.

DEADLINE: May 1, 2024. Learn more by clicking the button below. 

The Actuarial Foundation Scholarship

The Actuarial Foundation provides college scholarships to students interested in becoming actuaries. These scholarships serve as both financial support for education and a prestigious recognition from the actuarial community.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $1000 to $5000 USD per year depending on the scholarship. 

DEADLINE: Deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

AAUW International Fellowship

The International Fellowships program supports non-U.S. citizen women pursuing graduate or postdoctoral studies in the U.S. or abroad (excluding their home country). Recipients, affiliated with Graduate Women International, must aim to return home for their professional careers.

ELIGIBILITY: This fellowship is open to applicants with the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree, who've applied to their chosen institutions. Selection is based on academic merit and commitment to empowering women.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $20,000 for Master’s/first professional degree, $25,000 for Doctoral and $50,000 for Postdoctoral.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program

The U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program (USSP) offers competitive scholarships for Master's and Bachelor's degrees at the University of Hawai‘i, addressing the development needs of Pacific island countries while fostering a broader understanding of the United States.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to Bachelor's applicants who completed secondary school or equivalent, and Master's applicants with a three-year baccalaureate from eligible countries including Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.

AWARD: Awards will be announced on the East-West Center website.

DEADLINE: 15.01.2024. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Google Lime Scholarship

Google and Lime Connect join forces to empower university students with disabilities, helping them overcome barriers and pursue academic goals in computer science, fostering the development of future leaders in technology.

ELIGIBILITY: This fellowship is open to full-time Bachelor's students with visible or invisible disabilities, pursuing degrees in computer science or related technical fields. Applicants should demonstrate strong academic records, leadership qualities, and a passion for technology.

AWARD: Students will receive 10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada).

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship

The NAEd/Spencer Dissertation Fellowship supports outstanding scholars from diverse disciplines in conducting research relevant to educational improvement by awarding 35 fellowships annually.

ELIGIBILITY: These fellowships are open to non-U.S. citizens pursuing a doctoral degree in the U.S.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $27,500.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

ACI Foundation Fellowships & Scholarships

ACI Foundation awards over $200,000 annually for students' studies and professional exposure in the concrete industry. They offer 21 fellowships and 11 scholarships to potential students.

ELIGIBILITY: Open to full-time students in a concrete-related program. Further eligibility varies depending on the scholarship/fellowship.

AWARD: Recipient awards range from $5,000 to $15,000 depending on the fellowship/scholarship.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship

The International Peace Scholarship Fund was established in 1949 to provide scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is for women from countries other than the U.S. and Canada, seeking advanced degrees in the U.S. or Canada. Applicants should have a year of coursework remaining, excluding doctoral students working solely on dissertations.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded up to $12,500. Lesser amounts may be awarded according to individual needs.

DEADLINE: December 15 of every year. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Rotary Peace Fellowships

The Rotary Peace Fellowship support experienced leaders in peace and development, offering up to 50 fellowships for master's degrees annually.

ELIGIBILITY: This fellowship is open to master's degree candidates proficient in English, holding a bachelor's degree, demonstrating commitment to cross-cultural understanding and peace through achievements and service, showing leadership potential, and possessing at least three years of relevant full-time experience in peace or development work.

AWARD: The fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and internship and field-study expenses.

DEADLINE: The 2024-25 Rotary Peace Fellowship application is now closed. The 2025-26 Rotary Peace Fellowship application will be available online in February 2024. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Google PhD Fellowship Program

The Google PhD Fellowship Program supports outstanding graduate students worldwide who are conducting innovative research in computer science and related fields. The program aims to build inclusive research communities and is open to diverse backgrounds.

ELIGIBILITY: This fellowship is open to full-time PhD students worldwide, excluding Google employees and previous awardees from specific regions. Further eligibility varies depending on the region.

AWARD: Recipients receive named Fellowships with monetary awards covering stipends, research expenses, and travel. The duration and amounts vary by region, and students are paired with Google Research Mentors.

DEADLINE: May 2024. Students are advised to refer to the main Google PhD Fellowship Program page for each region’s application details. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Thanks to Scandinavia Scholarships

Thanks To Scandinavia provides scholarships for graduate level study to Scandinavian students who are pushing the boundaries of knowledge and working to create positive change in our world. These scholarships honor the legacy of those who demonstrated courage, tolerance, and civility during WWII.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to Scandinavian students at Columbia, Cornell, University of Chicago Law School, or University of Oklahoma. Further eligibility varies depending on the university.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded $20,000.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the university. Learn more by clicking the button below.

NORAM's Scholarship Programs

NORAM supports Norwegian and American students with over 5,000 scholarships since 1919. Offering various programs, including scholarships for Americans in Norway, undergraduate students, graduate students in the U.S., engineers, architects, and young politicians.

ELIGIBILITY: Eligibility varies depending on the scholarship.

AWARD: The amount of the award varies depending on the scholarship.

DEADLINE: The deadline varies depending on the scholarship. Learn more by clicking the button below.

ASF Fellowships

The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) offers over $500,000 in funding to Scandinavians to undertake study or research programs at the graduate and post-graduate level in the United States for up to one year.

ELIGIBILITY: These fellowships are open to Danish, Icelandic, Finnish, Norwegian, and Swedish students who wish to study or conduct research in the United States.

AWARD: The maximum award amount is $10,000 and awards usually range between $2,500 and $5,000.

DEADLINE: April 1, 2024. Learn more by clicking the button below.

GyanDhan Scholarship for Indian Students

GyanDhan Scholarship supports Indian students wishing to pursue a 2-year postgraduate course in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, Ireland, New Zealand or Germany by offering a merit-based, one-time award.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to Indian residents with an undergrad degree from an Indian institute.

AWARD: The recipient will be awarded an INR 1 Lakh (approximately equal to 1,200 USD) one-time scholarship for postgraduate studies.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

Lithuanian Foundation Scholarships

The Lithuanian Foundation supports students actively engaged in community service, fostering leadership skills. Prioritizing those dedicated to Lithuanian or broader community causes, the foundation aims to sustain Lithuanian culture by nurturing impactful contributors to its legacy.

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to full-time students of Lithuanian heritage, including US citizens, permanent residents, students from Lithuania pursuing Master's or Doctoral degrees in Lithuania or abroad, and exceptional cases of Lithuanian students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Lithuania based on donor-directed fund designations.

AWARD: The recipient will be awarded up to $7,500 for one academic year, covering tuition and fees.

DEADLINE: Learn more by clicking the button below.

Medicus Student Exchange Program

The Medicus Student Exchange program in Switzerland supports Swiss graduate and Ph.D. students as well as researchers, university lecturers, and experts from academic institutions in Switzerland to study or conduct research and/or lecture at U.S. universities or other appropriate institutions.

ELIGIBILITY: This fellowship is available to Swiss citizens residing in Switzerland, holding an undergraduate degree from a Swiss institution and having English proficiency suitable for their U.S. study or research project.

AWARD: Recipients will be awarded US$10,000 each for three to ten months, covering tuition, academic, or living expenses.

DEADLINE: March 25, 2024. Learn more by clicking the button below.