AAUW International Fellowships

American Association of University Women (AAUW)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Women who are not U.S. citizens, permanent residents or applicants for permanent residency; admitted to or enrolled in their first master's or a doctorate (academic or professional) in a STEM field, full-time at a U.S. institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Needs a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Graduate Women International membership is required in some cases depending on study location and citizenship.

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About this opportunity

AAUW awards stipends to women from other countries who are pursuing a first master's degree or a doctorate in a STEM field at an accredited U.S. institution. Applications for the 2027-28 academic year have closed.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Women who are not U.S. citizens, permanent residents or applicants for permanent residency; admitted to or enrolled in their first master's or a doctorate (academic or professional) in a STEM field, full-time at a U.S. institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Needs a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Graduate Women International membership is required in some cases depending on study location and citizenship.
2. Note the deadline. Sep (annual; the round for 2027-28 closed on 17 Sep 2026 - check the AAUW page for the next round) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Research proposal (for research degrees, if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Contact potential supervisors before you apply. Send a one-page research summary and a short, specific email.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.
5. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
6. Explain the impact you want to make for women in your field, not only your own career.

Quick answers

Who can apply for AAUW International Fellowships?

Women who are not U.S. citizens, permanent residents or applicants for permanent residency; admitted to or enrolled in their first master's or a doctorate (academic or professional) in a STEM field, full-time at a U.S. institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Needs a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. Graduate Women International membership is required in some cases depending on study location and citizenship.

What does AAUW International Fellowships cover?

Stipend of USD 20,000 for a master's degree or USD 25,000 for a doctorate, paid in two equal instalments (at the beginning and midpoint of the fellowship term)

When is the deadline for AAUW International Fellowships?

Sep (annual; the round for 2027-28 closed on 17 Sep 2026 - check the AAUW page for the next round) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with AAUW International Fellowships?

Host countries: United States.

What documents do I need for AAUW International Fellowships?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Research proposal (for research degrees, if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the AAUW International Fellowships application?

High: Online narrative application + 2 recommendation letters + transcripts and proof of degrees + GPA calculation + English proof + proof of admission