AAUW International Fellowship 2026 (Study in USA & Globally)

AAUW International Fellowship 2026 (Study in USA & Globally)

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is now accepting applications for the AAUW International Fellowship 2026.

This prestigious fellowship supports women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents to pursue full-time Master’s and Doctoral degrees in the United States. In addition, five awards will be given to members of Graduate Women International (GWI) to study in any country other than their own.

The program advances education and global equity for women, helping them build leadership, research, and professional capacity. The fellowship year will begin in July 2026.

Fellowship Overview

• Study Location: USA & Globally (for GWI members)

• Funded by: American Association of University Women (AAUW)

• Degree Level: Master’s/First Professional Degree, Doctoral, Postdoctoral

• Deadline: 30th September 2025

Financial Benefits

The AAUW International Fellowship provides generous funding:

• Master’s/First Professional Degree: $20,000

• Doctoral Degree: $25,000

• Postdoctoral Research: $50,000

Funds may be used for:

• Tuition & educational expenses

• Living expenses

• Dependent child care

• Travel to professional meetings, conferences, or seminars (up to 10% of fellowship total)

Renewal Option

• Renewable for a second year for up to five Master’s/first professional degree candidates who demonstrate outstanding academic performance in a two-year program.

Eligible Fields of Study

• Master’s/First Professional Degree: J.D., M.F.A., L.L.M., M.Arch., M.D., D.D.S., and similar programs.
  Certificates, associate degrees, and undergraduate programs are not eligible.

• Doctoral Fellowships: Research degrees such as Ph.D. or Ed.D.

• Postdoctoral Fellowships: Must already hold a doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., D.B.A., D.M., or equivalent research degree) or M.F.A.

Eligibility Criteria

• Gender: Must be (or identify as) a woman.

• Academic Qualification: Hold a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s with a minimum 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).

• Study Level: Must be admitted or enrolled in a full-time master’s or doctoral program in the U.S.

• Location of Study:

  • U.S. Department of Education-accredited institutions (for most applicants).

  • GWI members may study in countries other than the U.S. or their own, at institutions eligible for U.S. federal student aid.

Required Documents

• Letters of Recommendation

• Proof of Highest Degree Earned

• Official Academic Transcript

• Proof of GPA Calculation (4.0 scale)

• Proof of English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS scores, transcript, or diploma)

• Proof of Admission or Current Enrollment

• Proof of Graduate Women International (GWI) Membership (if applicable)

• Certified English Translations (for non-English documents)

• Name Change Documentation (if applicable)

Why Apply?

The AAUW International Fellowship is one of the most prestigious awards for women in academia. It not only provides substantial financial support, but also connects you to a global network of women leaders, researchers, and professionals committed to advancing gender equity and academic excellence.

Application Deadline: 30th September 2025