AAUW International Fellowships in USA

  •  PhD, Master
  •  03-Nov-2025
  •   United States
  • $$  $20,000 (Master’s), $25,000 (Doctorate)

American Association of University Women (AAUW) is offering International Fellowships for women pursuing full-time master’s or doctorate degrees in the U.S. The awards provide $20,000 for Master’s and $25,000 for Doctorate studies.

The fellowship is open to women who are non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents, hold a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s by the application deadline, plan to pursue full-time postgraduate study or research in the U.S., and are committed to returning to their home countries to apply their skills and advance opportunities for women and girls.

The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1881 that advances equity for women and girls through education, research, and advocacy. AAUW provides fellowships, grants, and leadership programs to support women’s academic and professional development worldwide.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All countries except the United States

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the host university

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
    • Be women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents
    • Hold an academic degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree by the application deadline
    • Intend to pursue full-time graduate or postgraduate study in the U.S. during the fellowship year
    • Commit to returning to their home country to apply their knowledge and contribute to the advancement of women and girls.

Offered Benefits

  • $20,000 for a Master’s degree

  • $25,000 for a Doctorate degree

  • Stipends are disbursed in two equal installments (beginning and midpoint of fellowship term).

Application Process


Applicants must apply through the AAUW Fellowships & Grants Application Portal by creating an account or logging in. Detailed, step-by-step guidance is available in the Application Instructions provided on the portal.

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