AAUW International Fellowship Program 2027 for International Students
Applications are open for the AAUW International Fellowship Program 2027 in the United States. International women can apply for Master’s, first professional, and doctoral programs. The fellowship supports women’s education and promotes greater gender equality worldwide. There is no application fee, and the fellowship begins in July 2027.
The AAUW International Fellowship supports women from outside the United States who want to pursue full-time Master’s or doctoral studies in the USA. A limited number of awards are also available for Graduate Women International members to study in countries other than their own.
Founded in 1881, the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equality for women and girls through education, advocacy, and research. The organization promotes higher education as an important pathway toward economic opportunity and greater gender equality.
AAUW International Fellowship Program 2027 Details
| Organization: | American Association of University Women |
| Degree level: | Master’s/first professional degree, Doctoral |
| Fellowship coverage: | Funded |
| Eligible nationality: | All Nationalities |
| Award country: | United States |
| Last date: | 17 September 2026 |
Financial Benefits
The AAUW International Fellowship Program 2027 in the USA for International Students covers:
- Master’s/First Professional Degree: $20,000
- Doctoral Degree: $25,000
These funds can be used for:
- Educational Expenses
- Living Expenses
- Dependent Child Care
- Attend professional meetings, conferences, or seminars (up to 10% of the entire fellowship amount).
Renewal Condition
The fellowship is renewable for a second year for up to five Master’s/first professional degree candidates, focusing on highly ranked first-year students admitted to a two-year Master’s program.
Study Level
- Master’s: Intended at
- J.D.,
- M.F.A.,
- L.L.M.,
- M.Arch.,
- medical degrees such as
- M.D.,
- D.D.S., etc.
- Certificates, associate degrees, and undergraduate degrees are ineligible.
- Doctoral Fellowships: Intended for Research degrees, such as
- Ph.D. or
- Ed.D.
- Ph.D. or
Documents Required
- Completed Online applications
- Academic Transcripts
- letter of recommendation.
- Motivation Letter
- Proof of Highest Degree Earned
- Proof of Cumulative GPA Calculation (on a 4.0 scale)
- Proof of Graduate Women International Membership (if applicable)
- Name Change Documentation (if applicable).
- Certified English Translations (for non-English documents)
- Proof of Admission or Current Enrollment
- Valid passport or national ID
- CV or Resume
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the AAUW International Fellowship Program 2027 in the USA, international students should meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Applicants must be or identify as a woman.
- Academic Requirements: Applicants must have a degree comparable to a bachelor’s degree in the United States and a minimum GPA of 3.5 for their highest degree.
- Students must have been admitted or enrolled in their first master’s degree or an academic or professional doctorate.
- Full-time study in the United States at an institution accredited by the United States Department of Education.
- If they are studying in a country other than their own or the United States, they must be a member of Graduate Women International and attend an institution that is eligible for federal student funding.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the AAUW International Fellowship Program 2027 in the USA for international students is 17th September 2026.
How to Apply for the AAUW International Fellowship Program?
- The Application Instructions provide a full, step-by-step explanation on how to finish your application.
- Please complete your entire application using the online form.
- Fill out the application completely.
- Submit and stay updated.
