Fully Funded: AAUW International Fellowship 2026 | Study in USA

Applications are now open for the AAUW International Fellowship 2026. This scholarship program, sponsored by the American Association of University Women (AAUW), is designed for women who are not U.S. citizens to pursue full-time Master’s and Doctoral degrees in the United States.

In addition, the AAUW is offering five awards to women who are members of Graduate Women International (see the list of GWI affiliates) to complete their degree in any country other than their own. The program aims to educate women and promote global equity for women. There is no application fee, and the fellowship will begin in July 2026. More details about the AAUW International Fellowship requirements, financial benefits, and application process are provided below.

Details About AAUW International Fellowship 2026

• Study Location: USA & any other Country
• Funded by: American Association of University Women
• Degree Level: Master’s/first professional degree, Doctoral
• Deadline: 30th September 2025

Financial Benefits

AAUW International Fellowship Funding Amounts:

• Master’s/First Professional Degree: $20,000
• Doctoral Degree: $25,000
• Postdoctoral Research: $50,000

These funds can be used for:

• Educational Expenses
• Living Expenses
• Dependent Child Care
• Travel to professional meetings, conferences, or seminars (not to exceed 10% of the total fellowship amount).

Renewal Condition

The fellowship is renewable for a second year for up to five Master’s/first professional degree candidates, specifically those who are highly rated first-year students admitted to a two-year Master’s program.

Study Level & Fields of Study

• Master’s: Intended at J.D., M.F.A., L.L.M., M.Arch., or medical degrees such as M.D., D.D.S., etc. Certificates, associate degrees, and undergraduate degrees are ineligible.
• Doctoral Fellowships: Intended for Research degrees, such as Ph.D. or Ed.D.
• Postdoctoral Fellowships: Applicants must provide proof of their doctorate; hold a doctorate classified as a research degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., D.B.A., D.M.) or an M.F.A. by the application deadline; and indicate where they will conduct their research. 

Eligibility Criteria

• Gender: Must be or identify as a woman.
• Academic Qualification: Must hold a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s with a minimum 3.5 GPA for their highest degree.
• Study Level: Must be admitted or enrolled in their first master’s or an academic or professional doctorate (e.g., MA, MS, MBA, PhD, JD, MD).
• Location of Study: Full-time study in the U.S. at a U.S. Department of Education-accredited institution.
• International Study Exception: If studying in a country other than their own or the U.S., they must be a member of Graduate Women International and attend a school eligible for U.S. federal student aid.

Required Documents

• Letters of Recommendation
• Proof of Highest Degree Earned
• Official Academic Transcript
• Proof of Cumulative GPA Calculation (on a 4.0 scale)
• Proof of English Proficiency (test scores, statement, or academic transcript/diploma)
• Proof of Admission or Current Enrollment
• Proof of Graduate Women International Membership (if applicable)
• Certified English Translations (for non-English documents)
• Name Change Documentation (if applicable).

How to Apply for the AAUW International Fellowship 2026?

For a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to complete your application, be sure to check the Application Instructions. The Link to the official website is below.

APPLY FOR THE AAUW INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP