As you near the end of your undergraduate studies, it’s the perfect time to gear up for the 2025-2026 AAUW International Fellowships—a prestigious opportunity for ambitious women aiming for graduate studies in the U.S.
Strengthen your academic profile and assemble essential documents early to enhance your application. This strategic preparation is your first step towards turning your educational goals into achievements.
Opportunities Offered by the Fellowship
This fellowship offers generous financial support, which includes:
- Master’s/First Professional Degree: $20,000
- Doctoral: $25,000
- Postdoctoral: $50,000
These funds are designed to help you manage educational and living expenses, allowing you to focus on your studies and research without financial strain.
Who is Eligible?
This fellowship is open to all women, including those who identify as women, who meet the following criteria:
- Non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
- Holders of an academic degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree by the application deadline.
- Demonstrated proficiency in English, either through standardized tests or previous education in an English-speaking environment.
Importantly, you must plan to return to your home country after your studies, using your new skills and knowledge to contribute to your community and professional field.
How to Apply
To apply, you’ll need to:
- Create an account on the fellowship’s online application portal (https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/current-opportunities/international/).
- Provide detailed personal and academic information.
- Submit a well-thought-out proposal for your study or research plans.
- Include recommendations from academics or professionals who can attest to your qualifications and potential.
- Upload documentation proving your highest degree and, if applicable, your current student status and English proficiency.
The application period starts on August 1, 2024 with a deadline of November 15, 2024.
