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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 are open for the EJN Investigative Story Grant and Training Program for Indigenous & Tribal Journalists 2025. To increase Indigenous representation and by extension, knowledge equity in environmental reporting, EJN is launching a training program for up to 6 Indigenous journalists looking to investigate and produce stories about these varied issues. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Collier Award for Ethics in Journalism 2025. The Peter F. Collier Award for Ethics in Journalism celebrates acts of journalism by student and professional journalists that meet the highest ethical standards in the face of pressure or incentives to do otherwise. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Sep, 2024
Applications for the Pear Accelerator W25 Cohort are now open. PearX is an accelerator for early-stage companies. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the WWF Current and Aspiring University Faculty Fellowship. The objective of this competitive fellowship is to advance the development of a critical mass of outstanding and well-trained experts, natural and social scientists, and practitioners who will continue to increase the learning, research, and engagement in conservation science and leadership.
Date Posted: 23 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the WWF Food Systems Fellowship. WWF’s Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program (EFN) invites applications from aspiring and experienced researchers, practitioners, and leaders to pursue graduate-level studies (master’s and PhD) geared towards research that cultivates a better understanding of the place-based nature of food systems and transformation.
Date Posted: 23 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the DoorDash Software Engineering Internship 2024/2025. DoorDash is building the world's most reliable on-demand logistics engine for delivery! They are looking for experienced engineers to join their fast-growing engineering team to help them develop a 24×7 global infrastructure system that powers DoorDash's three-sided marketplace of consumers, merchants, and dashers.
Date Posted: 23 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 UNICEF UNV Youth on the Move Programme. This initiative aims to create a more inclusive environment at UNICEF for talented and passionate youth on the move who due to their migration or displacement face barriers to access UNICEF and other organizations’ internships and entry-level positions.
Date Posted: 21 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the AHCJ U.S. Health System Reporting Fellowship 2025. This fellowship allows mid-career journalists to maintain their regular employment while working on a major project over a 12-month calendar year. You'll pursue the projects with the support of your newsrooms or arranged outlets, which commit to publish or air the work.
Date Posted: 21 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the CERC Migration Journalism Fellowship Program 2025. Journalists who would like to deepen their professional knowledge about immigration and migrant integration research are invited to apply for a one-month residency with CERC Migration at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Date Posted: 21 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Young Global Changers Recoupling Awards 2025. The award seeks to recognize concrete practices and impactful youth-led projects and initiatives that drive change on the ground, while also serving as examples and inspiration beyond their immediate impact.
Date Posted: 21 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the One Young World/Virgin Unite New Now Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the iF Design Student Award 2025. Together with their sponsors, iF Design provides a platform for students and their future-oriented concepts. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Australia Awards Fellowships 2025. The Australia Awards Fellowships aim to build networks of influence and leadership by strengthening partnerships between Australian organisations and partner organisations in the region. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Apply now to be a mentee in the Cherie Blair Foundation Mentoring Women in Business Programme 2025. The flagship Mentoring Women in Business programme matches women entrepreneurs in low and middle income countries with experienced, dedicated professional mentors anywhere in the world.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Youth Look Up Innovation Challenge 2025. This challenge is for exceptional youth advocates, storytellers, and innovators with bold ideas to address the youth mental health crisis through digital wellbeing and youth-led movements and solutions.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Black Venture Institute (BVI) Cohort 8. Black Venture Institute (BVI) is a curriculum-based program that teaches Black operators and executives the foundational elements to become angel, scout, and venture investors.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Bill Lane Center for the American West Media Fellowships 2025. The Bill Lane Center for the American West provide fellowship opportunities for journalists working in all kinds of media - newspapers, magazines, radio, television, online, multimedia, video, film, data visualization and mapping, and books.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications for the Go-Together EdTech Accelerator 2025 are now open. By actively supporting EdTech startups to thrive and generate even greater value, Go-Together seeks to amplify the positive impact EdTech brings to the society.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications for the Kiplinger Fellowship 2025 are now open. The 2025 fellowship will focus on artificial intelligence. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 TWAS Sustainability Visiting Expert Programme. The programme supports visits of internationally renowned scientists to institutions located in developing countries, especially those located in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Date Posted: 19 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.