Funder: American Association of University Women
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Applications close)
Funding Amounts: $20,000 for master’s study | $25,000 for doctoral study; one-time, nonrenewable awards
Summary: Fellowships support international women pursuing full-time graduate STEM degrees and applying their expertise to serve their home countries or communities.
Key Information: Applicants must be non-U.S. citizens without U.S. permanent residency or a pending green-card application.
Description
AAUW’s International Fellowships promote education and equity for women through support for graduate study in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine. Established in 1917, the program primarily supports international women studying in the United States, with limited awards for study in another country outside the applicant’s country of citizenship.
The program supports first master’s, academic doctoral, and professional doctoral degrees. Proposed work may include coursework, specialized training, research, clinical training, or applied practice. AAUW seeks academic excellence, feasible study plans, and a demonstrated commitment to advancing opportunities for women and girls. Fellows are expected to use their education, professional expertise, and leadership to contribute to their fields and serve their home countries or the communities in which they reside.
