Master's Scholarships in United States
There are 29 active master's scholarships for international students in United States worth up to €100k, from 29 providers. Compare eligibility, awards, and deadlines below and apply before they close.
full fundingHurford Youth Fellowship
Open to young democracy and civil-society activists from any country who are 30 years old or younger, can demonstrate social or democratic activism, and are proficient in English. Affiliation with a civil society organisation is encouraged.
full fundingYSEALI Professional Fellows Program
Open to citizens and current residents of a Southeast Asian (ASEAN) nation who are emerging leaders aged 25 to 35, with at least two years of professional experience and currently employed in a government, civil society or private-sector role relevant to the programme themes. Applicants must read and write English and must not be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
full fundingEastern Illinois University Fisheries Graduate Assistantships
Open to domestic and international applicants for a Master's in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0, be highly motivated to assist with fieldwork, data analysis, and research writing, demonstrate strong teamwork and independent research skills, and be physically fit to lift 40 pounds and work in varied weather. Fisheries or aquatic science experience is preferred. IELTS is not required.
full fundingStigler Center Journalists in Residence Program
Open to professional journalists of all nationalities with several years of reporting experience and proficiency in spoken and written English. Applicants must be willing to spend the full 12-week residency at the Chicago Booth Hyde Park campus, audit three MBA-level courses, and participate in seminars and Stigler Center events.
full fundingHerbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship
Open to applicants who hold a bachelor's or master's degree by the fellowship start date and have demonstrated interest in peace and security issues through coursework, graduate study, independent research, or public-interest activism. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, or non-U.S. citizens already residing in the United States with a valid work visa. Strong written and oral communication skills are required, and preference is given to people without prior public-interest or government experience in Washington, DC.
full fundingKnight-Hennessy Scholars
Open to citizens of any country who earned their first/bachelor's degree within the last ~7 years (or will by the Stanford start) and who apply for and gain admission to a full-time Stanford graduate program. Selection seeks independence of thought, purposeful leadership, and a civic mindset.
full fundingYousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship
Open to Egyptian nationals currently residing in Egypt who hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a related field, have at least two years of professional experience in the development sector, and meet the admission requirements of the Master of Development Practice (MDP) programme at the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota. A valid TOEFL (minimum 100 iBT, 22 per section) or IELTS (minimum 7, with 7 per band) score taken within two years is required.
full fundingPaul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
For "New Americans" — immigrants and children of immigrants to the United States — who are 30 or under, and who are pursuing or about to begin a full-time graduate degree at a US institution. Selection is on merit, creativity, and accomplishment, regardless of field; the award supports up to two years of graduate study.
partial fundingUniversity of Florida Scholarships
Open to domestic and international students with a strong academic record (commonly GPA 3.0-3.5 or higher) who are enrolled or planning to enrol at the University of Florida; demonstrated leadership and extracurricular involvement may be required, and some awards have residency requirements.
partial fundingAAUW International Fellowships
For women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, to undertake full-time master's, doctoral, or postdoctoral study or research in the United States. Recipients are expected to return to their home countries to pursue careers after completing their studies.
full fundingIMF Fund Internship Program (FIP)
Open to graduate students worldwide who are enrolled in (or within one year of completing) a Master's or PhD programme in economics, finance, or a closely related field. PhD applicants must be under 32 and Master's applicants under 28 at the start of the internship. Strong analytical skills and fluency in English are required; non-US nationals selected receive a G4 visa and F-1 holders must hold valid CPT work authorisation.
full fundingAmerican University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
Open to international students of all nationalities applying to American University in Washington, D.C. for a bachelor's or eligible master's programme. Applicants must have a strong academic record, demonstrate clear leadership qualities, and intend to return to their home country to support underserved communities. They must not be US citizens, US permanent residents, or dual nationals with the US, and must not have already started studies in the US or their home country. Master's recipients must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in the first two semesters.
partial fundingBall State University International Scholarships
Open to international students seeking a bachelor's degree at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. Applicants need a strong academic record with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and proof of English proficiency, demonstrated through 110 Duolingo points, 6.5 IELTS, 79 TOEFL or 53 PTE. Applicants must submit the required documents and apply through the university's online portal.
full fundingHarvard Griffin GSAS Fellowships
For students admitted to PhD programmes at the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). Funded admission includes fellowship support; you apply for the PhD programme rather than a separate fellowship, and selection is by the department and GSAS.
full fundingOnsi Sawiris Scholarship Program
Open to Egyptian nationals resident in Egypt who plan undergraduate or master's study at one of four named US universities. Undergraduates need a 3.5 GPA (or 90% Thanaweyya Amma), TOEFL iBT 100+, and qualifying SAT scores. Master's applicants need a 3.5 GPA, TOEFL iBT 100+, GMAT 650+ or GRE 302+, and at least three years' work experience. Recipients commit to returning to Egypt for two years after graduation.
full fundingClarendon Scholarship
Open to academically excellent graduate applicants of any nationality applying for a full-time master's or DPhil (PhD) at the University of Oxford. There is no separate application — you are automatically considered when you apply to Oxford by the relevant course deadline.
full fundingHansen Leadership Institute Summer Exchange Program (USA)
Open to international and domestic applicants aged 20-25 by the program start date who are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate programme or have recently graduated, with English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent) and a commitment to peace-building and community development.
full fundingMIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship
Open to full-time professional journalists (staff or freelance) of any nationality with at least three years of experience covering science, health, technology or the environment. Applicants submit work samples and a research project proposal. The 9-to-9.5-month fellowship is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and is not tied to a degree; international fellows receive full visa support.
full fundingInstitute for Law and AI Summer Research Fellowship
Open to applicants of all nationalities, including graduate law students (JD or LLM), PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, legal academics, and professionals moving into AI law and policy. Prior AI research experience is not required.
full fundingMississippi State University Graduate Research Assistantships
Open to domestic and international applicants who hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, demonstrate strong quantitative and geospatial research skills, and show interest in interdisciplinary study across health geography, public health, and environmental science. Funded positions are in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Health Geography.
full fundingMinnesota Sea Grant Science & Policy Fellowship
Open to current graduate students and recent graduates at the master's or PhD level, from the United States and abroad, in environmental science, public policy, law, natural resources, public administration, or related disciplines. Fellows commit to full-time participation for one year (1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027) and are placed with a host government agency, nonprofit, or policy institution in Minnesota through a matching workshop.
partial fundingFulbright Denmark Grant for Danish Students
Open only to Danish citizens who are enrolled in or admitted to a Master's (MSc) or PhD programme and plan a study or research stay in the United States. The U.S. stay must not have begun at the time of application and should last at least one semester (4 to 6 months). Applicants are assessed on academic record, research potential, and cross-cultural commitment.
full fundingUSEFP Fulbright Scholarship
Open to Pakistani citizens who hold at least a 4-year bachelor's (16 years of education) for master's study, or a bachelor's plus master's (18 years of education) for PhD study, from an accredited institution. Applicants must take the GRE General test and the Duolingo English Test. No work experience is required except MBA applicants, who need at least 2 years, and clinical-medicine study is excluded. Final figures and rules are set each cycle by USEFP.
full fundingICPSR Warren E. Miller Scholarship
Open to pre-tenure scholars, assistant professors and graduate students conducting research on electoral or political behaviour. Both U.S. and international applicants may apply, with no nationality restriction, but recipients must be able to attend one ICPSR General Session in person in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Applicants submit a CV, a one-page cover letter, one recommendation letter and, for students, an official transcript.
full fundingResearch in Industrial Projects for Students (RIPS)
Open to undergraduate students of all nationalities currently enrolled at a university in any country, as well as recent graduates who completed a bachelor's degree no earlier than the preceding December. A strong foundation in mathematics is encouraged; experience in computer science, data analysis or numerical computation is valuable but not required for every participant. Both international students studying in the USA and those studying abroad are eligible.
full fundingVital Voices Global Fellowship
Open to women of all nationalities who are at least 18 years old at the time of application, are proficient in English, and show a strong commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Applicants must be willing to engage fully in all fellowship activities and meet the specific criteria of one of the two tracks: VV Venture, for women leading social enterprises, or VV Engage, for women in public leadership, policy, and advocacy roles.
partial fundingBoustany MBA Harvard Scholarship
Open to candidates of any nationality (priority to those of Lebanese descent) who have received an offer of admission to the Harvard MBA programme and have a strong academic background.
tuition only fundingMusser Fellowship in Entrepreneurial Studies
Open to graduate students of any nationality formally admitted to a campus-based graduate program at Penn State Great Valley. Fellows must be aspiring entrepreneurs aiming to start a business, lead a startup or take a leadership role in a fast-growing firm. They must enrol in and complete at least four graduate courses (12 credits) each semester, maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5, not be employed during the fellowship, accept the award within two weeks of notification, work with a mentor and take part in co-curricular projects and the annual scholarship event.
full fundingUSDA Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship
For agricultural researchers, scientists, educators, and policymakers from eligible developing and middle-income countries who undertake short-term collaborative research training with a US mentor. It is a non-degree fellowship; candidates are typically nominated/selected through USDA-administered programmes and country calls.
Frequently asked questions
How many scholarships are available in United States?
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29 active scholarships are listed on this page, updated regularly.
Can international students apply for scholarships in United States?
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Yes — these scholarships are open to international students; check each one's eligibility and deadline.