McDonnell International Scholars Academy

Scholarship Host

The McDonnell International Scholars Academy is a distinguished graduate fellowship program at Washington University in St. Louis (WashU). It fosters leadership, cultural exchange, and professional development among diverse graduate students pursuing advanced degrees.

Eligibility Criteria

(i) Applicants must apply to an eligible WashU master’s or doctoral program.

(ii) A bachelor’s degree or higher must be earned by July 2025.

(iii Open to graduates from all countries, with priority given to candidates from the Academy’s Partner Universities.

(iv) Applications to the fellowship are separate from WashU graduate program applications.

Benefits

(i) Full tuition coverage for an eligible WashU graduate program.

(ii) Monthly living stipend and a one-time relocation allowance.

(iii) Annual travel allowance for leadership and career development activities.

(iv) Access to private, modern cohort housing near the campus.

(v) Comprehensive training to cultivate leadership, global perspectives, and community engagement.

(vi) Participation in cultural trips and international research symposia.

(vii) Individualized mentorship from faculty and alumni.

(viii) Connection to a global network of scholars and alumni.

Scholarship Deadline

Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year (Fall 2025 enrollment) must be submitted by January 31, 2025.

Link To Apply

https://mcdonnell.wustl.edu/apply/