Scholarships are the lifeblood of international students. They enable you to pursue your dream of studying abroad, while also providing you with a way to pay for it. But not all scholarships are created equal, and each one comes with its own set of rules, requirements, and eligibility criteria. If you’re planning on taking advantage of any type of financial aid (e.g., student loans or grants), it’s important that you know what options are available before applying for funding—and which ones offer the most value. Here are some helpful resources for getting started:
American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowships
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowships are awarded to women who have been selected as outstanding scholars and teachers from around the world. These awards cover tuition, fees, health insurance, books, and other expenses for one academic year at any U.S. college or university where the fellowship recipient teaches or conducts research studies on an approved topic related to women’s rights issues in developing countries.
Who is eligible?
The following individuals are eligible:
- Current foreign nationals who hold doctoral degrees from accredited universities located outside the United States;
- Current foreign nationals holding master’s degrees from accredited universities located outside the United States; or * Applicants must have completed a minimum of two years full-time study at an institution of higher learning outside their home country before applying for this program.”
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Fulbright is a US government program that awards grants to American citizens, graduates, and undergraduates who want to study abroad. The program offers funds for the study, research, and teaching in all academic fields—not just those related to international affairs. Fulbright grants are available for 1-2 years at any institution worldwide; they’re also open to all academic levels.
The application process involves submitting an application form via email or postal mail (the latter being faster), followed by an interview with the selected candidate’s supervisor or faculty member from your host university; then finally applying directly through their website if everything goes well!
The Hubert Humphrey Fellowship
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship is a prestigious scholarship for students who want to study in the United States but don’t have a bachelor’s degree. It’s meant for those who are committed to public service careers and the ideals of peace and social justice, as well as those who are interested in pursuing careers in health services, education, or social work.
The program offers up to $30,000 per year for up to four years of full-time study at an accredited institution of higher learning (public or private). Students must apply by May 15 each year on their website; any applications received after that deadline will not be considered further.
Institute of International Education (IIE) Generation Study Abroad Travel Grants
The Institute of International Education (IIE) Generation Study Abroad Travel Grants are available to international students and scholars. The IIE is an organization that works to help encourage international exchange, promote educational opportunities for all people worldwide, and build bridges between cultures through programs such as study abroad.
The Generation Study Abroad Travel Grant program is designed to support the global mobility of young people ages 18-30 who have received their first bachelor-level degree or higher from an accredited U.S. institution within the past five years and are planning to study abroad during the academic year beginning Sept 1st, 2018–Aug 31st, 2019 at an eligible partner institution affiliated with a UF program.
You must be a current student at least 18 years old who will be studying abroad in one of our partner countries for 12 months or more, OR you must have graduated from high school within five years prior to formally enrolling in college (i); OR you currently hold at least one degree earned after turning 20 years old AND completed at least six credits prior formally enrolling in college (ii).
Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships
The Ford Foundation Diversity Fellowships are intended to focus on diversity in the United States, but they’re also open to students from all over the world. They offer three different types of grants:
- $65,000 stipend and full tuition remission for one year at an American university
- $25,000 stipend and partial tuition remission for one year at an American university (or state university)
- A one-year research fellowship at an American university
Rotary Peace Fellowship
The Rotary Peace Fellowship is a unique opportunity to engage in global affairs and make a difference in your community. It’s an international scholarship program that offers grants of up to $10,000 per year to undergraduate or graduate students from any country who are interested in pursuing studies at an accredited university or college around the world.
The fellowship was created by Rotary International as its annual humanitarian project, which has awarded more than $6 million since 1947. The purpose of this fellowship is simple: it aims to promote peace through education through scholarships given away annually by Rotary Clubs worldwide—including yours!
To apply for this scholarship, you’ll need some basic information about yourself (namely age limits) along with your transcript or resume—both of which can be sent via email if necessary. In addition to answering questions about themselves and why they want/need this particular award (and how much money would mean), applicants must provide proof that they’re eligible under certain criteria such as being enrolled full-time at least part-time during their first two years after graduation; having no criminal record; having completed two years’ worth of high school courses before applying; etc…
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Graduate Fellowships
The USDA Graduate Fellowships is a prestigious scholarship program that provides grants to graduate students with a background in agriculture, natural resources, and rural development. The applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents and enrolled in a graduate program at an eligible institution of higher learning.
The application deadline is December 31st of the year prior to graduation; however, you can apply as long as you apply before December 31st of your senior year if you have not yet been admitted into your chosen program (see below). If accepted into this fellowship program by March 1st after applying through regular channels between January 1 – April 30th then there will be no further action taken until July when final decisions are made based on all information submitted during this time period.
American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) Scholarships for Minority Graduate Students
The American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) is a non-profit organization that promotes the preservation of history in the US. The AASLH offers scholarships to minority graduate students who want to pursue careers in historic preservation or museums.
The scholarship is a one-time award of $1,000 and will be paid directly to your university account.
New Leaders Council Institute Fellowships
The New Leaders Council Institute is a nonprofit organization that helps emerging leaders in the field of international affairs. Their goal is to increase the number of people who have an understanding of and can apply their skills in international relations, trade, diplomacy, and development.
They offer several different scholarships for students who are pursuing degrees related to these fields at colleges or universities across the country—and they’re looking for new talent!
The New Leaders Council Institute offers three types of fellowships:
- Fellowship in International Affairs (FIA) – $20k annually over two years with full tuition reimbursement if you’re attending school outside the U.S.; no residency requirement required; personal travel expenses covered by award funds; opportunities for professional development within an organization like this one while getting paid well enough so that your education doesn’t break even financially by taking out student loans (which wouldn’t be necessary if you were receiving this kind of support).
- Fellowship in International Commerce & Business/Management Development Programs – $10k annually over one year with full tuition reimbursement if you’re attending school within America.
- Residential living stipend provided at no cost during program duration only; personal travel expenses covered by award funds only.
Google Lime Scholarship Program
The Google Lime Scholarship Program is a full-ride scholarship for students from historically underrepresented backgrounds. In addition to increasing the number of women and minorities in the tech industry, this program was created to provide more funding opportunities for students who are interested in pursuing their education at US-accredited universities.
The Google Lime Scholarship Program is open to US citizens who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at a US-accredited university. Candidates must have completed at least one year of study by September 1st, 2019; however, they may apply as early as January 1st each year (though this will not increase your chances).
Make studying abroad a reality by applying for scholarships.
You’re probably looking for a scholarship to help you pay for your studies abroad. But what if you don’t have any idea where to start? There are thousands of scholarships out there, and it can be difficult to know what’s worth applying for and which ones might actually pay off.
There are three main types of scholarships: academic awards, merit-based awards, and financial aid opportunities. Academic scholarships are designed specifically for students who plan on attending a specific school or university within their field of study; however, they usually don’t cover all expenses associated with studying abroad (e.g., tuition fees). Merit-based scholarship programs recognize academic excellence as well as demonstrated leadership skills in extracurricular activities like sports or volunteer work—so if this is something that interests you but isn’t necessarily tied directly into your career goals at some point down the road then considers applying! Finally—and perhaps most importantly—there are financial aid programs designed specifically around international students’ needs so make sure those aren’t excluded from consideration either!
Conclusion
We hope this list of scholarships has given you a better idea of how to go about applying for one. You can start by taking a look at each organization’s website and see what they offer in terms of funding opportunities; then, once you have narrowed down your choices, start filling out the application forms!
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