Location: USA
Program: Postgraduate –Masters, PhD
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: Same with course
Deadline: January 31, 2026
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The McDonnell International Scholars Academy at Washington University in St. Louis (WashU) is a distinguished graduate-level fellowship program founded in 2005 to cultivate a global community of emerging leaders. Scholars selected into the Academy receive generous financial support. Beyond financial aid, the Academy provides leadership training, mentorship, and immersive cohort experiences focused on global awareness, community service, and cross-cultural collaboration. It also serves as a bridge between WashU and its network of partner universities around the world, promoting international research cooperation and leadership development.
Washington University in St. Louis is a prestigious private research university located in St. Louis, Missouri, established in 1853. The institution comprises several schools offering undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research and innovation. The university’s Danforth Campus, known for its beautiful Collegiate Gothic architecture, houses many of its academic and administrative centers. WashU is widely recognized for its academic excellence, research impact, and commitment to global engagement values that align closely with the mission of the McDonnell Academy in preparing scholars to lead and make meaningful contributions worldwide.
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Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- Full tuition coverage
- Monthly stipend
- Professional development funding
- One-time relocation allowance
- Accommodation
- Academic support
- Leadership Development
- Global Network
- Mentorship by Renowned Faculty
- Access to extensive resources such as networking opportunities, specialized workshops, exclusive events, and corporate showcases.
The monthly stipend can be used to cover the following:
- Living expenses
- Meal
- Local transportation
- Books & Materials
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Applicants must submit an application to an eligible WashU doctoral or master’s degree program.
- Applicants must have earned or plan to earn a bachelor’s degree or higher before the end of the 2025-2026 academic year (July 2026)
- This fellowship is not available for undergraduate studies.
- Applicants from all domestic and international institutions are welcome to apply. Priority is given to international graduate candidates who are graduates of one of the 30+ partner universities.
Note: kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
Selection is based on
- Academic Distinction
- Global Mindset
- Leadership
- Community
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
