Scholarships in the United States for International Students in 2025

Here are some notable scholarships available for international students aiming to study in the United States for the 2025–2026 academic year:

Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Offers full funding for graduate students, young professionals, and artists to study or conduct research in the U.S. Covers tuition, airfare, living stipend, and health insurance. Approximately 4,000 scholarships are awarded annually.
Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University
Provides full funding for graduate studies at Stanford, including tuition, stipend, and academic enrichment. Open to students from all countries. Application deadlines typically fall in early October.
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
Aimed at high-achieving international undergraduate students who are dedicated to positive civic and social change. Covers full tuition, room, and board. Deadline is usually December 1.
Rotary Peace Fellowships
Fully funds master’s degrees or professional development certificates in peace and conflict resolution at select universities, including some in the U.S. Covers tuition, fees, room and board, and travel expenses.
AAUW International Fellowships
Supports women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral studies in the U.S. Awards range from $18,000 to $30,000. Deadline typically in November.

Illinois Wesleyan University International Students Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships ranging from $16,000 to $30,000 per year. Deadline is March 1.
Fairleigh Dickinson University Scholarships
Offers scholarships up to $24,000 per year for international undergraduate students. Deadlines are July 1 for Fall semester and December 1 for Spring semester.
Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD)
Provides one-semester scholarships to outstanding undergraduate students for non-degree study in the U.S. Covers tuition, housing, meals, and travel. Deadline is usually in December.
ICSP Scholarships at University of Oregon
Offers tuition-waiver scholarships ranging from partial to full tuition for international students who demonstrate financial need and exceptional merit. Deadline is typically in January or February.
Emory University Scholar Programs
Provides partial to full merit-based scholarships for international undergraduate students. Deadlines are usually in November.

Bold.org Scholarships: Offers a variety of scholarships for international students, including those based on merit, need, and specific fields of study. Applications are open year-round. bold.org
University of Maryland Scholarships: Provides fully funded scholarships for Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. programs across various disciplines. Scholarships 365
Study a Bachelor's in the USA Scholarship: Awards up to $5,000 to international students beginning their undergraduate studies in Fall 2025. Application deadline is June 28, 2025. https://www.educations.com

Start Early: Many scholarships have deadlines between October and March. Begin your search and prepare application materials well in advance.
Prepare Required Documents: Common requirements include academic transcripts, standardized test scores (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, SAT, GRE), recommendation letters, and personal statements.
Utilize Scholarship Platforms: Websites like ScholarshipRoar, Scholars4Dev, and Bold.org regularly update listings of scholarships for international students.
Consider Financial Aid Forms: Some universities may require the CSS Profile or other financial aid forms in addition to scholarship applications.