AMERICAN UNIVERSITY (AU), WASHINGTON, D.C.
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
full · bachelors, masters
- Full fundingTuition, accommodation and meals
- Est. 1893Year American University was founded
- 160+Degree programmes offered at AU
- 4 yrs / 2 yrsBachelor's / master's funded duration
- ~$60,000/yr (est.)Estimated annual scholarship value
- 141+ countriesCountries represented in AU's student body
At a glance
full
Funding
€65k
Max amount
Dec 1, 2026
Deadline
International students (all nationalities)
Country
American University (AU), Washington, D.C.
Provider
The American University Emerging Global Leader (EGL) Scholarship is a fully funded award for international students who want to study at American University (AU) in Washington, D.C., in the United States. Established in 1893, AU is a private research university that offers more than 160 degree programmes, including 71 undergraduate, 87 master's and 10 PhD programmes, and enrols around 13,000 students from over 141 countries. The EGL Scholarship supports either a 4-year bachelor's degree or a 2-year master's degree, and is aimed at students committed to driving positive social and civic change and returning home to uplift underserved communities. The award covers full tuition, accommodation and meals. It does not cover health insurance, books, airline tickets and incidental costs, which are estimated at around $4,000 per year and remain the student's responsibility. Applicants must be non-US nationals (not US citizens, permanent residents or dual nationals), must not have started study in the US or their home country, and master's recipients must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA in the first two semesters. Award terms and the deadline change each cycle, so confirm the current-cycle coverage and dates on the official American University EGL page before applying.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full tuition for the EGL recipient's bachelor's or master's degree at American University.
- Accommodation — On-campus or university-arranged housing for the funded duration of study.
- Meals — A meal plan covering food costs alongside accommodation.
- Total package — A full-funding package estimated at around ~$60,000 (est.) per year covering tuition, housing and meals combined.
- Not covered — Health insurance, books, airline tickets and incidental expenses are not covered and are estimated at about ~$4,000 (est.) per year, which the student must self-fund.
How to apply
Applications are made through American University's dedicated EGL online application portal for the relevant degree level.
- Choose your degree level — Decide whether you are applying for an undergraduate (bachelor's) or master's programme, as the application routes differ.
- Use the official EGL application portal — Apply through the dedicated online application portal created for the Emerging Global Leader Scholarship for your chosen level.
- Prepare supporting materials — Assemble your academic transcripts, English test scores, essays and evidence of leadership and community involvement.
- Submit before the deadline — Complete and submit the application, with all documents, before the stated EGL deadline to be considered.
Eligibility
NationalityOpen to international students of all nationalities; must not be a US citizen, US permanent resident or dual national with the US.
Academic recordA strong academic record is required for both bachelor's and master's applicants.
LeadershipClear, demonstrated leadership qualities are given priority consideration.
Master's prerequisiteMaster's applicants must already hold a bachelor's degree and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in the first two semesters.
Study statusMust not have already started studies in the US or in the home country; for undergraduates, secondary school must have been completed in 2020 or later.
Recipients are expected to return to their home country to support underserved and disadvantaged communities. US citizens, US permanent residents and US dual nationals are not eligible.
Eligible countries
International students (all nationalities)
Deadlines
2026/2027 cycle~1 December 2026 (est.)
Selection
Candidates are assessed on academic strength, demonstrated leadership, and commitment to returning home to drive social and civic change. Those with the clearest leadership record and alignment with AU's global-engagement mission are prioritised.
Verified sources
- American University - Emerging Global Leader Scholarship (official)american.eduofficial
About the provider
American University (AU) is a private research university in Washington, D.C., founded in 1893. It offers more than 160 degree programmes across undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels and enrols a highly international student body drawn from over 141 countries.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who offers the EGL Scholarship?
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It is offered by American University (AU), a private research university in Washington, D.C., founded in 1893.
What degree levels does it cover?
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The scholarship supports bachelor's degrees (4 years) and master's degrees (2 years) at American University.
What does the scholarship cover?
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It covers full tuition, accommodation and meals, an estimated package of around ~$60,000 (est.) per year. Confirm exact coverage officially.
What is not covered?
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Health insurance, books, airline tickets and incidental expenses are not covered and are estimated at about ~$4,000 (est.) per year, which the student must fund.
Who is eligible to apply?
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International students of all nationalities with a strong academic record and demonstrated leadership who plan to return home to help underserved communities.
Can US citizens or residents apply?
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No. US citizens, US permanent residents and US dual nationals are not eligible for the EGL Scholarship.
What GPA must master's recipients keep?
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Master's recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA during the first two semesters of their programme.
Is there a restriction on when I finished school?
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Undergraduate applicants must have completed secondary school in 2020 or later, and must not have already started studies in the US or their home country.
How large is American University?
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AU enrols around 13,000 students from over 141 countries and offers more than 160 degree programmes, including 71 undergraduate, 87 master's and 10 PhD programmes.
How do I apply?
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Apply through American University's dedicated EGL online application portal for your chosen degree level, submitting all documents before the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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The 2026/2027-cycle deadline is around 1 December 2026 (est.). Always confirm the exact date on the official American University EGL page.
What is the goal of the scholarship?
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It aims to develop emerging global leaders who return to their home countries to drive positive social and civic change in underserved communities.