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Are you a woman ready to take your education to the next level? The AAUW International Fellowship is your chance to study in the United States with full financial support. Since 1917, this program has helped women worldwide pursue graduate or postdoctoral studies while preparing them to make a real difference in their communities.
What is the AAUW International Fellowship?
This fellowship is for women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. It supports full-time graduate and postdoctoral study at accredited U.S. institutions. A few awards are also available for study outside the U.S. (not in your home country) for Graduate Women International (GWI) members.
The program is ideal if you want to:
Gain world-class education in the U.S.
Build networks with professionals and mentors.
Return home with skills to improve women’s lives.
How Much Funding Can You Get?
The fellowship provides financial support to focus on your studies, including:
Master’s / First Professional Degree: $20,000
Doctoral Degree: $25,000
Postdoctoral Research: $50,000
This helps cover tuition, living costs, and research expenses so you can concentrate fully on your education.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify, applicants must:
Be citizens of a non-U.S. country and not U.S. permanent residents.
Have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
Plan full-time study in the U.S. during the fellowship year.
Commit to returning home after completing studies.
Be proficient in English.
You should have applied or plan to apply to a U.S. accredited university by the time of the fellowship award.
Fields of Study Supported
The fellowship covers a wide range of programs, including:
Master’s degrees (e.g., M.D., J.D., M.F.A.)
Doctoral degrees (Ph.D., Ed.D.)
Postdoctoral research
Online or distance learning programs are not eligible. GWI members may apply for study outside their home country (excluding the U.S.) for certain awards.
What the Selection Committee Looks For
AAUW seeks women who demonstrate:
Strong academic and professional qualifications
Commitment to advancing women and girls in their communities
A clear, feasible plan of study or research
Community service or civic involvement
Financial need, especially for candidates from developing countries
Women from underrepresented groups or who live in their home country at the time of application get special consideration.
Key Dates for 2024-2025
Application Opens: September 3, 2024
Deadline: November 15, 2024 (11:59 PM PST)
Notification: April 15, 2025
Fellowship Year: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
Make sure you submit all materials on time, late applications are not considered.
Benefits of the Fellowship
The AAUW International Fellowship offers more than money:
Access to top U.S. institutions
Mentorship and professional networks
Skills and knowledge to drive social change
Support to return home as a future leader
Many recipients go on to influence fields like business, government, research, activism, and education.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
Completed online application
Recommendations and supporting documents
Proof of academic achievement
Proof of English proficiency
Evidence of applying to a U.S. accredited institution
All materials must be submitted by November 15, 2024.
Why This Matters
For women from around the world, this fellowship is life-changing. It provides a safe path to world-class education in the U.S., without financial stress, while building skills and networks to impact your home country.
If you’re passionate about advancing women and girls, and you meet the eligibility requirements, the AAUW International Fellowship could be your first step toward making a global difference.
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