AAUW International Fellowships Ongoing

Scholarship Overview

International Fellowships offered by AAUW have been in existence since 1917. These are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States to women who are not the U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Graduate as well as postgraduate studies at accredited U.S. institutions are supported under this scholarship, and who wish to return to their home country in order to pursue a professional career.

Applicable course, university, and country

• This scholarship is applicable for all universities in USA
• This scholarship is applicable for Masters Degree, Bachelors Diploma, Masters Diploma, Bachelors Certificate, Masters Certificate, Doctorate

Scholarship amount details

Max scholarship per student: USD 20,000 => Rs 16,67,000

Conversion rate used: 1 USD = Rs. 83.35

Scholarship amount will be given: Yearly

• Master’s/first professional degree: $20,000
• Doctoral: $25,000
• Postdoctoral: $50,000

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Accommodation	× Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Spouse/Child Care	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Health Cover	× Not covered in scholarship
Application	× Not covered in scholarship
Others	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this

Number of students to be awarded:

Varies

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is available for Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Republic of the Congo, Russia, Rwanda, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Appication Process for this scholarship

• Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria, which include being a woman who is not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and holding a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent).
• Prepare Required Documents: Gather the following documents:
  • Transcripts: Academic transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended.
  • Recommendation Letters: Usually two or three letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with your academic and professional background.
  • Personal Statement: A detailed essay describing your academic and professional goals, your commitment to the advancement of women and girls, and how the fellowship will help you achieve these goals.
  • Project Proposal: If applicable, outline the research or project you intend to pursue.
• Online Application: Complete the online application form on the AAUW website. This includes personal information, academic history, and details about your proposed study or research. Upload all required documents in the specified formats.
• Submission: Review your application carefully before submitting it to ensure all information is accurate and complete. Submit your application by the deadline (typically November 15).
• Interviews (if applicable): Some applicants may be invited for an interview as part of the selection process, though this is not always the case.
• Notification: Applicants are usually notified of the results by April of the following year.

Scholarship Application
This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Scholarship link

https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/current-opportunities/international-fellowships/https://www.aauw.org/

Application Link
https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/current-opportunities-archive/international/#:~:text=Up%20to%20five%20International%20Master’s,to%20fellows%2C%20not%20to%20institutions.

Application Documents

Type of Document	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Letter of Recommendation (LOR)	Required
CV	Required
Financial/Tax Documents	Required
Official Transcripts	Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Info	Date/Details
Application Start Date	August 01, 2024
Application Final End Date	November 15, 2024
Contact Phone	202-785-7700
Contact Email	fellowships@aauw.org

Additional Information

• Early Preparation: Start gathering documents and drafting your essays well before the deadline to ensure you have ample time for revisions.
• Seek Recommendations Early: Reach out to potential recommenders early to give them enough time to write strong letters.

Scholarship Eligibility

• Citizenship: Applicants must have citizenship in a country other than the U.S. or possess a nonimmigrant visa if residing in the U.S. Women who are currently, or expect to be during the fellowship year, U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or dual citizens with the U.S. and another country are not eligible.
• Academic Degree: Hold an academic degree (earned in the U.S. or abroad) equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree completed by the application deadline.
• English Proficiency: Must be proficient in English with the following minimum scores:
  • TOEFL: Minimum score acceptable – 79 for Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT)
  • IELTS: Minimum score acceptable – 6.5

Scholarship Restriction:

• Only for Women: The program is specifically for women.
• Intention to Return: Applicants must intend or plan to return to their home country after course completion.
• Support for Graduate Studies: The program provides support for women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the United States who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and who intend to return to their home country to pursue a professional career.

Exams Details:

Exam Name	Requirements
TOEFL	Required (minimum score 79)
IELTS	Required (minimum score 6.5)
12th	Required
UG	Required

 

Additional Information

• Early Preparation: Start gathering documents and drafting your essays well before the deadline to ensure you have ample time for revisions.
• Seek Recommendations Early: Reach out to potential recommenders early to give them enough time to write strong letters.

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who is eligible to apply for the AAUW International Fellowships?
Women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents and who hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are eligible.

What types of fellowships are available?
The AAUW offers Master’s/Professional Fellowships, Doctoral Fellowships, and Postdoctoral Fellowships.

What is the scholarship amount for each fellowship type?
Master’s/Professional Fellowships: $20,000
Doctoral Fellowships: $25,000
Postdoctoral Fellowships: $30,000

When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is typically November 15 each year.

How do I apply for the fellowship?
Applicants must complete an online application form and submit required documents, including transcripts, recommendation letters, and a personal statement.

Can I apply for the fellowship if I am already enrolled in a U.S. institution?
Yes, as long as you are not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and meet other eligibility criteria.