East-West Center-Graduate Degree Fellowship

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship is a prestigious opportunity for Master's and PhD students at the University of Hawaii, Manoa, located in the USA. This fellowship is open to U.S. citizens and citizens from Asia and Pacific countries.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: September 16, 2025
• Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
• Category:
  • Postgraduate
  • Master's
  • PhD
• Opportunity Location: United States

🎓 About the Fellowship

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship provides financial support for students pursuing Master’s and PhD degrees at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. This program is sponsored by the East-West Center and aims to foster mutual understanding and collaboration among students from the U.S., Asia, and the Pacific.

💡 Benefits

The fellowship offers comprehensive financial support, including:

• Full coverage of tuition and fees
• Health insurance
• Books expense
• Housing in an EWC dormitory
• Partial funding for meals
• Stipend
• Coverage for incidental expenses
• Additional funding for field study and conference attendance (on a competitive basis)

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Be a citizen of the eligible countries (U.S., Asia, and Pacific countries).
2. Hold a bachelor’s degree.
3. Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
4. Provide proof of English language proficiency through tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo English Test.
   • Exceptions may be granted if:
     • The academic program was completed in a country where English is the first language.
     • The degree was obtained within the past five years.
5. Apply to the University of Hawaii for the Fall 2026 semester by December 1, 2025.

📝 Application Process

To apply for the East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship:

1. Visit the East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship Application Portal.
2. Submit your application through the East-West Center Submittable Portal.

📌 Important Dates

• Application Deadline: December 1, 2025

This fellowship is an excellent opportunity for students seeking to advance their education while building cross-cultural connections in a vibrant academic environment. Apply now to take the next step in your academic and professional journey!

• The East West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship will pay for all your tuition and fees.
• Health Insurance.
• Books expense.
• Housing in an EWC dormitory.
• Partial funding towards meals.
• Stipend
• Any other Incidental expenses.
• Additional funding for field study and attending conferences is also offered on a competitive basis.