International Students

Carnegie Endowment James C. Gaither Junior Fellows Program
Each year, through the James C. Gaither Junior Fellows program, the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace offers approximately 12 to 14 one-year fellowships to uniquely qualified graduating seniors and individuals who have graduated during the past academic year. They are selected from a pool of nominees nominated by several hundred participating universities and colleges. James C. Gaither Junior Fellows work as research assistants to Carnegie’s senior scholars. Please see our FAQ for eligibility requirements. This program is highly competitive. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States for 10-12 months from September 1 through at least June 30 following graduation. Students on F-1 visas who are eligible to work in the United States for the full year may apply for the program. No applications are accepted directly from students. Only 2 students can be nominated by Hofstra University per year.
Deadline is in January

TENTATIVE CAMPUS DEADLINES (dates subject to change):

1. Students must have one faculty member send a letter of nomination to Suzanne Pike, Associate Provost, by October 31

2. If selected to be one of two university nominations, students must meet with Suzanne Pike, Associate Provost, to discuss application plans by November 15

3. Meet with Writing Center to review application essays by: December 15

4. Send drafts of essays for feedback to Suzanne Pike, Associate Provost by: December 15

5. All application components submitted for final campus review by: December 23. If all application components are sufficient, complete and submitted on time, your application will be submitted by Suzanne Pike directly to the program by the deadline.

DAAD Annual Grants
Highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students are invited to apply for scholarships to fund study, senior thesis research, and/or internships in Germany. The goal of this program is to support study abroad in Germany and at German universities. DAAD offers a wide range of funding opportunities. Funding is awarded on a competitive basis, the academic merit of the individual, the feasibility and quality of the proposal, and the impact of the applicant and application as a whole. Eligibility, requirements, and benefits may vary depending upon the scholarships and fellowships.
Deadlines vary

Rhodes Scholarship
The Rhodes Scholarship is a fully-funded postgraduate award which enables talented young people from around the world to study full-time at the University of Oxford. The Rhodes Scholarship is merit-based, with the purpose of developing public-spirited leaders, and to promote international understanding and peace through an international community of Scholars. 

Applying for the Scholarship is a challenge, but it is an experience which has helped generations of young people to succeed. We encourage applications from talented students everywhere.  Rhodes Scholars come to the UK for two or more years and can apply to study most full-time postgraduate courses in almost any field offered by Oxford University. The scholarship pays for academic fees, plus an allowance to pay for travel fares and personal expenses. Candidates should have a GPA of 3.75 or higher and are selected based on intellectual distinction, leadership, and service. This scholarship is highly competitive. The Rhodes Scholarship is offered by global regions.

• If you are an international student, please review the Rhodes website to determine your region of application; Hofstra University will work with you on your application pursuit.

• If you are a US citizen, please visit the Rhodes listing on our General scholarship page for campus deadlines.
  University endorsement is typically needed.

Ertegun Fellowship
Oxford University is at the forefront of humanities research internationally, and attracts outstanding academics, researchers and students from across the globe. Graduate students have the opportunity to undertake their studies and research in a stimulating, challenging and highly rewarding intellectual environment. The Humanities Division offers taught graduate and research degrees in a wide range of subjects. Some of these subjects are relatively new and many cross the boundaries of traditional disciplines. Others are areas of academic research that have long been recognised as of central importance, and they include some that few other universities are still able to support. In every case our objective is to sustain and to teach the highest standards of scholarship.

Oxford is immensely proud to be able to offer the Ertegun Scholarships in the Humanities. The University has one goal in mind when selecting Ertegun Scholars: to choose the very best students who will realise Mica Ertegun’s Mission and one day become leaders in their chosen fields. These are highly competitive scholarships with over 1,500 applicants for around 15 awards each year, with an average 1.5% success rate for Masters candidates and 1.3% for Doctoral candidates.
Application Deadline is in January

Gates Cambridge Scholarships
The Gates Cambridge Scholars program was established in 2000 by a substantial gift from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Its aim is to create a network of outstanding scholars from around the world who will become leaders in addressing global problems related to health, social equity, technology, and learning. The scholarships cover fees at Cambridge, living costs, and other necessities as well as a contribution toward airfare. The annual value of the scholarship is in excess of $30,000 and may be renewed for four years for students wishing to obtain a PhD. There are about 225 scholars from 50 countries studying in Cambridge at any one time and who pursue the full range of subjects available at the university. Scholarship candidates are selected based on demonstrated academic and intellectual achievement and are students who “have leadership potential and a commitment to serve their communities.” Candidates may study for a graduate degree in any field or a second bachelor’s degree but should have a convincing academic reason for pursuing their studies at Cambridge. In addition, candidates must be admitted to Cambridge University through the normal admission procedures. There is no citizenship requirement for this award. This scholarship is highly competitive.
Scholarship application deadline is in October; University of Cambridge application deadline varies

TENTATIVE CAMPUS DEADLINES (dates subject to change):

• Meet with Suzanne Pike, Associate Provost, to discuss application plans by May 1

• Meet with Writing Center to review application essays by: July 1

• Send drafts of essays for feedback to Suzanne Pike, Associate Provost by: July 1

• All application components submitted for final campus review by: August 26. If all application components are sufficient, complete and submitted on time, you will be granted a campus interview with the Provost for institutional endorsement.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Knight-Hennessy Scholars develops a community of future global leaders to address complex challenges through collaboration and innovation. Every year, up to 100 high-achieving students from around the world will receive full funding to pursue any graduate degree at Stanford University, including the DMA, JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, and PhD programs, as well as joint and dual degrees. Knight-Hennessy Scholars is the largest fully endowed scholars' program in the world. This scholarship is highly competitive.

Application deadline is in October

Humanity in Action Fellowship (HIA)

The Humanity in Action Fellowships explore issues of social justice, human rights, remembrance culture, and civic engagement. Fellows first participate in an intensive three-week educational program. Each of our programs is tailored to its location, featuring diverse experts, site visits, and community building. Thereby, Fellows learn about the host society’s present struggles to navigate dominant and minoritized cultures and identities, while also being inspired by what collective action based on intersectional solidarity can look like. Fellows will also acquire practical skills and work on the development of an Action Project, their own civil society imitative. After the three weeks, they embark on implementing these Action Projects in their own communities.

Application is in March

Schwarzman Scholars
Designed to prepare young leaders to deepen the understanding between China and the rest of the world, Schwarzman Scholars is the first scholarship created to respond to the geopolitical landscape of the 21st century. Whether in politics, business or science, the success of future leaders around the world will depend upon an understanding of China’s role in global trends. With the inaugural class enrolled in 2016, the program gives the world’s best and brightest students the opportunity to develop their leadership skills and professional networks through a one-year master’s degree program at Tsinghua University in Beijing – one of China’s most prestigious universities. Students pursue a Master in Global Affairs, working with an academic advisor to design an academic plan that best suits their academic and professional goals. Students spend a year immersed in an international community of thinkers, innovators, and senior leaders in business, politics, and society. In an environment of intellectual engagement, professional development, and cultural exchange, they learn from one another and pursue their academic disciplines while building their leadership capacities. This experience will expand students’ understanding of the world and create a growing network of global leaders that will build strong ties between China and the rest of the world. For those ready to make their mark on the world, Schwarzman Scholars represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Application deadline is September

Public Policy & International Affairs Junior Summer Institute Fellowship Program (PPIA)

The PPIA Fellowship is a seven-week summer program that helps rising college juniors prepare for graduate school and careers in public service. Since 1980, it’s supported future leaders in government, nonprofits, public policy, and international organizations. As a fellow, you will build the skills, confidence, and connections to pursue a Master’s or joint degree in public policy, public administration, international affair, or a related field. Hosted at one of our Junior Summer Institute sites, including top public policy graduate schools at Harvard, Princeton or the University of Michigan, each with its own area of expertise in public policy and public service, you’ll sharpen your analytical edge, expand your policy expertise, and build a powerful network of peers, faculty, and employers who will champion your journey well beyond the program. Eligibility note: We welcome students from all backgrounds who are passionate about public service, inclusive leadership, and creating positive change through policy. Eligibility: Current undergraduate juniors working toward their first bachelor’s degree at a U.S.-based college or university, U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, and DACA recipients may apply to all sites. International students enrolled at U.S. institutions may apply to Princeton only.

Application deadline is in November

Yenching Academy Scholarship

The Yenching Academy Scholarship at Peking University is a prestigious, fully funded, 1–2 year master’s program in China Studies in Beijing for top international students. The fellowship covers tuition, on-campus accommodation, living stipends, and airfare, targeting young leaders under 25 with strong academic records and a focus on interdisciplinary studies. The Yenching Academy offers a highly customizable Master's program in China studies for English speakers with varied levels of Chinese language competency. At the core of the program lies its emphasis on interdisciplinarity and the value it assigns to thinking about China; past, present and future - from both Chinese and international perspectives. It also aims to push the study of China beyond the boundaries of traditionally defined humanities and social science disciplines, and is designed to incorporate the experiences and intellectual training of its diverse student body. Scholars are allowed flexibility in the design of their study programs and can choose courses from any of six research areas, one of which they will choose for their theses. A wide range of electives offered by the Academy and other Peking University schools and departments supplements core courses. Our interdisciplinary approach encourages dialogue across academic disciplines, and creates an environment conducive to innovative and fruitful exchanges of ideas. The Yenching Academy annually enrolls approximately 120 new students from both the Chinese Mainland and abroad, to study, live, and learn together. International students comprise roughly 75% of the student body. 

Application deadline is in December