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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in United States to help fund your studies abroad or in United States. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications for the AAUW International Project Grants 2024/2025 are now open. The International Project Grants support community-based initiatives that advance gender equity for women and girls and that are led by American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowship Alumnae. Apply now!
Date Posted: 02 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Melton Foundation Global Solvers Accelerator 2025. The Global Solvers Accelerator engages emerging change agents from diverse world regions around developing competencies for global citizenship, sustainable development, and collective leadership. Apply now!
Date Posted: 02 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 UNEP CTCN Youth Climate Innovation Program. The Youth Climate Innovation (YCI) Program is a transformative initiative by the Climate Technology Center & Network (CTCN) designed to support young innovators from developing countries as they create, develop, and scale high-impact climate technology solutions that are both locally relevant and globally adaptable. Apply now!
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Women in Sustainability, Environment, and Renewable Energy (WiSER) Pioneers Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program 2025 for Early Career Researchers. France, as a major player in the fight against climate change and guarantor of the spirit of the Paris Agreement, is launching a new MOPGA visiting fellowship program geared towards strengthening scientific contributions to climate change issues raised by the COPs. Apply now!
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Global Leadership Challenge 2024 are open. They seek a diverse group of postgraduate students and young professionals who are ready to rise to the challenges of our time and develop themselves as the responsible leaders our world desperately needs now. GLC Members can participate virtually from around the world.
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the States Newsroom Capital Reporting Fellowship 2025. The Capital Reporting Fellowship is a summer program that places students and new journalists in newsrooms across the country. Apply now!
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Are you an international student seeking to excel in your academic and research journey? Do you want to study in Vietnam at a leading university that offers generous financial support? The Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU) Graduate Scholarship program provides a great opportunity for international students pursuing their Master’s or PhD degrees to benefit from comprehensive financial aid.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Are you a talented early-career scientist who has already produced excellent supervised work, is ready to work independently and shows potential to be a research leader? The ERC Starting Grant could be for you. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Are you passionate about international development and humanitarian work? Do you want to contribute to impactful projects that address critical global issues in developing countries? The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) International Development Fellows Program offers the perfect opportunity for hands-on experience in international relief and development. This fellowship is designed for individuals ready to dedicate themselves to global causes while enhancing their skills and expertise. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Planet Forward Storyfest Awards 2025. They are looking for stories that inspire, motivate, and drive change. Stories that are compelling, thought-provoking, and vibrantly stimulating. Be memorable, have an impact - and have fun.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Apply now to be a youth representative at the USA Pavilion at the 2025 World Expo. Applications are currently ongoing!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Open Notebook Early-Career Fellowship Program 2025. The Open Notebook offers a paid, a part-time fellowship program for early-career science journalists. During the course of this fellowship, fellows work with a mentor to plan, report, and write articles for publication at The Open Notebook and become part of the TON editorial team.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Business Coalition for Education Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator 2025 for Nonprofits in the U.S. The Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator helps nonprofits working with young people from underserved communities to connect with other organizations, businesses and funders to improve young people's skills and employment prospects.
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Anna Lindh Foundation Shaping Transformative Narratives 2024. Social media Influencers can shape opinions, trends, and behaviors through the content they create and share. This is why, for the first time, the ALF Secretariat is launching a call specifically for social media influencers. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications for the Melvin M.S. Goo Writing Fellowship 2025 are now open. The Melvin M.S. Goo Writing Fellowship will award up to three grants to individual journalists, authors, or writers from the United States or China to complete projects that will foster understanding between the two countries.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Environmental Justice Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Climate Change Fellowship. Climate change is dramatically and profoundly altering our planet, and for decades, Smithsonian researchers have been conducting studies and collecting data to understand these changes. Apply now to become a part of this unique opportunity!
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
The GFCF is inviting applications for the third cohort of the #ShiftThePower Fellows, an experimental programme aimed at strengthening the #ShiftThePower movement by supporting and elevating thought leadership and network connectedness among civil society and movement practitioners in the Global South who are deeply immersed in social change at the local level. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2025. The mission of the Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship is to create a community of committed clean energy and climate change leaders from emerging and developing countries, enriched by engagement with top Yale faculty and researchers, and leading global authorities in the clean energy transition from the International Energy Agency and beyond.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
1. Why should I study in the United States?
The U.S. is home to some of the world's most prestigious universities and offers a wide variety of programs and fields of study. It is known for its high academic standards, cutting-edge research facilities, and opportunities for international students to build a global network. Studying in the U.S. also offers exposure to diverse cultures and learning environments.
2. What are the admission requirements for U.S. universities?
Admission requirements vary by institution and program. Generally, students need a high school diploma or equivalent for undergraduate programs and a bachelor's degree for graduate programs. U.S. universities typically require standardized test scores (e.g., SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT), proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS), letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and official transcripts.
3. How much does it cost to study in the U.S.?
The cost of studying in the U.S. varies widely depending on the institution and program. Tuition fees for international students can range from $20,000 to $50,000 per year for undergraduate programs and $30,000 to $70,000 per year for graduate programs. In addition to tuition, you should also budget for living expenses, which vary by location.
4. What type of visa do I need to study in the U.S. as an international student?
International students typically need an F-1 visa to study in the U.S. for full-time academic programs. To obtain an F-1 visa, you must first receive an acceptance letter from a U.S. university or institution and an I-20 form, which is required to apply for the visa.
5. How do I apply for a student visa to study in the U.S.?
To apply for an F-1 student visa, you will need an acceptance letter from a U.S. university, a completed 1-20 form, proof of financial support, a valid passport, and a completed DS-160 form (Nonimmigrant Visa Application). You will also need to pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and schedule an interview at the U.S. embassy or consulate in your home country. During the interview, you will be asked about your academic goals and financial situation.
6. Can I work while studying in the U.S.?
Yes, international students on an F-1 visa are allowed to work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) on-campus during the academic year and full-time during breaks.
7. What is the application process for U.S. universities?
The application process generally involves submitting an online application, standardized test scores (SAT, ACT for undergraduates; GRE, GMAT for graduates), proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS), transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and a resume or portfolio (if applicable). Each university has specific deadlines, so it's important to check individual school requirements and submit materials on time.
8. How long does it take to complete a degree in the U.S.?
A bachelor's degree in the U.S. typically takes four years to complete, while a master's degree usually takes one to two years, depending on the program. Doctoral programs can take anywhere from three to seven years to complete. Some programs, such as medicine and law, require additional years of study.