2025/2026 AAUW's International Fellowship Program

📖 About AAUW’s International Fellowship Program

AAUW's International Fellowships promote education and equity for women by supporting international applicants pursuing postgraduate studies or research in the United States. The program aims to empower fellows to apply their expertise, professional skills, and leadership in their home countries.

Additionally, up to five awards are available to Graduate Women International members for study in any country other than their own.

Opportunity Details

• Date Published: August 16, 2025
• Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
• Category: Postgraduate, Masters, PhD, Women
• Location: United States
• Sponsor Organization: American Association of University Women (AAUW)

🎁 Benefits of AAUW’s International Fellowship Program

• Master’s Degree Stipend: $20,000
• Doctorate Degree Stipend: $25,000

Stipends are disbursed in two equal payments at the beginning and midpoint of the fellowship term.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements

1. Applicants must identify as a woman.
2. Must be admitted or enrolled in their first master’s or academic/professional doctorate degree at the time of application.
   • Examples of master’s degrees: M.A., M.S., M.B.A., M.F.A., L.L.M., M.Arch.
   • Examples of doctorate degrees: D.B.A., Ed.D., J.D., M.D., Ph.D.
3. Program must begin on or before September 1, 2026, and end on or after April 30, 2027.
4. Must possess at least one academic degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
5. Must pursue study in the United States on a full-time basis at an institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.
6. Must reside in the U.S. or country of research during the fellowship period.

Special Requirements for Graduate Women International Members

• Applicants intending to study in a country other than their own or the U.S. must be members of Graduate Women International and pursue study at an eligible international institution.

Citizenship & Immigration Status

• Fellowship recipients must be non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Disqualifying Factors

The following are not eligible for consideration:

• Members of the AAUW Board of Directors
• Employees of AAUW (including part-time, temporary, or contract employees)
• Review Panelists
• Immediate family members of individuals described above
• Previous AAUW fellowship or grant recipients (excluding Community Action Grants or branch/local AAUW awards)

🔄 Award Renewal (Master’s Degree Only)

A two-year fellowship may be awarded to up to five master’s degree candidates who meet the following conditions:

1. Admitted into a two-year program as first-year students by the beginning of the fellowship term.
2. Among the most highly rated applicants in their field of study.

Renewal Conditions

• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 during the initial year of studies.
• Submit an AAUW funding renewal form, official transcript, and institutional certification form by May 30, 2027.

📝 Application Process

How to Apply

To begin your application:

• Visit the AAUW Fellowships & Grants Application Portal to create an account or log in.
• Refer to the Application Instructions for step-by-step guidance.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

1. Letters of Recommendation

   • Two letters from advisors, professors, or colleagues familiar with the applicant’s academic and professional qualifications.
   • Recommendations must be submitted by the application deadline.

2. Proof of Degree

   • Copy of the highest degree earned, including certified translations if not in English.

3. Transcripts

   • Official transcript confirming conferral of the highest degree received.

4. Cumulative GPA Calculation

   • Proof of a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.

5. Proof of English Proficiency

   • Acceptable scores:
     • TOEFL iBT: 79
     • TOEFL Essentials: 8.5
     • IELTS: 6.5
     • Cambridge Assessment: 176
     • Duolingo English Test: 120

6. Proof of Admission or Enrollment

   • Official admission letter or enrollment verification.

7. Proof of Graduate Women International Membership (if applicable).

Additional Notes

• Certified English translations are required for all materials provided in a foreign language.
• If the applicant’s name differs from the one stated in the application, an explanation (e.g., marriage certificate or court letter) must be provided.

📅 Application Deadline

September 30, 2025

🌐 Scholarship Application Portal

• View details of AAUW’s International Fellowship Program.
• Apply for AAUW’s International Fellowship Program.

This opportunity is a fantastic chance for women pursuing postgraduate studies to advance their education and contribute to their communities. Don't miss out!

• International Fellowships carry a stipend of $20,000 for a master’s degree and $25,000 for a doctorate degree.
• Stipends are payable to fellows only and are disbursed in two equal payments at the beginning and the midpoint of the fellowship term.