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Women Scholarship for International Students 2025

Are you a woman looking for scholarships to study abroad? We can help! This scholarship will be awarded for female students on all higher study level and is worth up to $5,000.

Aug 28, 2024
women scholarship for international students

This women scholarship for international students will be awarded for female students beginning their undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate studies in the Spring or Fall 2026 semester or after and is worth up to $5,000.

It's open to women international students from any country who will be studying an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate degree abroad at a college or university. The awards can be used to help cover your tuition fees and get you one step closer to your next great adventure.

The application period for this opportunity ends on 25 August 2025 at 12:00 CEST.


Eligibility

To apply for our scholarship:

  • You must be a woman.
  • You must have a plan to enroll in any undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate (doctoral-level) degree program at a college, university, or institute of higher education.
  • You must meet the entry requirements for the university or college of your choice.
  • Hold valid credentials required for enrollment
  • Meet language requirements for the program
  • You must hold or be eligible to apply for a relevant study visa.
  • You must not be a citizen or permanent resident of the country to which you are applying.

Our ideal candidate

Are you the next globally-minded adventurer?

If you’re a woman planning on studying abroad as an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate student, scholarships are only one part of your journey. We already know you have a courageous and adventurous spirit because of your decision to study abroad, but what else are we looking for in a candidate?

You are:

  • A globally-minded woman and interested in other cultures
  • Planning to enroll or enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate program
  • A high academic achiever with consistently outstanding grades and achievements in your proposed field of study
  • Involved in extracurricular groups and activities
  • Excited to begin your adventure and share your unique story as a woman with the world!

 

Wondering why you should study abroad? Find out why in our article.


Key dates for the Women’s Scholarship for International Students 2025

  • Applications open: 26 August 2024
  • Applications close: 25 August 2025, 12:00 CEST
  • Finalists notified: 15-30 September 2025
  • Winner announced: 13-17 October 2025
  • Scholarship paid out: Fall 2025 / Spring 2026

Key dates for 2024 Applicants

  • Applications open: 01 March 2024
  • Applications close: 25 August 2024, 12:00 CEST
  • Finalists notified: 15-30 September 2024
  • Winner announced: 1-15 October 2024
  • Scholarship paid out: Spring 2025

Application requirements

 

To be considered for this scholarship, you'll need to submit your completed application by 25 August 2025 at 12:00 CEST.

The application consists of:

  • Filling out a short form
  • Answer questions listed in the form, and tell us about your inspiration, aspirations as a woman, and your decision-making process 

Please note: Applications need to be submitted in English. Applications in other languages won't be considered.

If you're selected as a finalist, you'll be asked to provide:

  • Proof of acceptance into a university in the form of a copy of your acceptance letter
  • Proof that you've completed the relevant qualifications for your selected program in the form of a copy of your transcripts or other applicable documents
  • A copy of your passport to prove your identity

It is very important that all copies of documents are color scans. Please have these documents on hand should you be selected as a finalist. You will have 7 days from the time we tell you that you're a finalist to send us this documentation.

All finalists who are not chosen as the winner will still receive a USD 150 flight voucher. Therefore, you’ll also need to: 

  • Tell us that you want to accept our gift within 3 days of being told that you unfortunately have not won our scholarship - but are still listed as one of our finalists.
  • Make a post and tag us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and/or Facebook to tell others about yourself as the finalist.

If selected as our winner, you'll need to:

  • Tell us that you want to accept our scholarship within 3 days of being told that you have won.
  • Make a post and tag us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and/or Facebook to tell others about yourself as the winner!

View the full Terms & Conditions here.

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FAQs about this scholarship

How many scholarships of Women Scholarship for International Students will be awarded?

There is only one scholarship available per round. This will be awarded to one individual.

However, there will be four finalists chosen. Every finalist who is not selected as a winner will get a USD 150 Flight Voucher as the award.

When will I find out if I've won the Women Scholarship for International Students?

The scholarship finalists will be contacted between the 15th and 30th of September 2025, and the winner will be announced on our website and social media channels between the 13th and 17th of October 2025.

Can I edit my application after I submit it?

No, your application cannot be edited once you submit it. Please make sure that you complete the application form in English and with all the correct information before you click ‘Submit.’ If you have questions about an application you have submitted, you can email our scholarship team at scholarships@educations.com

Please do not submit applications via email. Applications and other documents sent via email will not be considered and will be discarded.

What do I have to submit with my application?

In the initial application, all you need to do is fill in the application form. Make sure to complete all required sections and to write your application in English. Applications completed in languages other than English will not be considered.

If you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to supply us with more documents that further prove your eligibility.

If you want to get more practical tips on how to improve your scholarship application, have a look at our article on scholarship tips and advice.

Can I get reimbursed if I have already paid my tuition fees for the Fall 2025 (and/or Spring 2026) semester?

Unfortunately, we’re unable to reimburse tuition fees that you have already paid. The scholarship fund can only be used towards upcoming tuition fees and is paid directly to your university.

Can this scholarship be used towards other expenses?

The scholarship fund can only be used towards your tuition fees. No living costs, accommodation rental, travel expenses, or other semester fees can be covered.

Can I email you or send you my application by post?

No, all applications must be submitted via the official online form (link below). If you email or post us your application, we will not include it for consideration.

I have already started studying my degree. Am I still eligible?

Yes, if you have already started your studies before Fall 2024, you are still eligible to apply.

I am applying to study my degree online. Am I eligible for this scholarship?

No, this scholarship is only eligible towards tuition fees for in-campus programs or degrees.


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