Scholarships in the United States 2026
This directory lists 1437+ scholarships for studying in the United States, the world's largest host of international students. Most large US awards are university-administered (assistantships, fellowships, merit awards), so you apply through the university — Aspiralane ScholarMatch matches your profile to the ones you can realistically win.
Showing 60 of 1437 scholarships in this category, from Aspiralane ScholarMatch's continuously aggregated database of 2,400+ opportunities. Roughly 6 million tertiary students studied outside their home country in recent years (UNESCO Institute for Statistics), yet the Institute of International Education reports fewer than 1 in 10 international students receive institutional funding without applying strategically — which is exactly what a matched shortlist fixes.
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AAUW International Fellowship for Women in STEM
American Association of University Women fellowship for non-US women. Award: Up to $50,000. For full-time study or research at accredited US institutions. Open to all fields including STEM. For graduate and postdoctoral study. Deadline typically November.
AMIDEAST Scholarship Programs
Various scholarship programs for students from Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Programs include undergraduate exchange, graduate study, English language training. Partners with US universities and regional institutions. Focus on building underst…
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
Full funding for international students demonstrating commitment to positive change in their home countries and underserved communities. Covers tuition, room, board. Application deadline: January 14. Must show strong academic record, leadership potential, a…
Amgen Scholars Program for Biology/Biotechnology Research
Summer research program at top research universities for students interested in biomedical research careers. Covers housing, travel, and provides stipend. Available at institutions like Caltech, MIT, Stanford, Harvard. Strong focus on biology, biochemistry,…
Boston University Trustee Scholarship
Full tuition scholarship - BU's most prestigious undergraduate scholarship. For students with extraordinary academic performance and leadership ability. Automatically considered upon admission. Deadline: December 1. Strong science programs at BU.
Brown University Advancing Africa Scholarship Fund
Brown became need-blind for international students starting Class of 2029. The Advancing Africa Scholarship Fund ($5+ million) specifically supports students from sub-Saharan Africa including Nigeria. Benefits include two return trips home during studies an…
Caltech Financial Aid for Science/Engineering Students
California Institute of Technology meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students including international. All Caltech programs are science/engineering focused. Strong research opportunities in physics, chemistry, biology, engineering.
Columbia University Financial Aid for International Students
Columbia is need-aware but meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for admitted students. Average international student aid package is $79,375/year. Total international aid in 2023-24 was $19 million. No loans in financial aid packages. MUST request aid d…
Cornell University Levitan Family Scholarships
Full scholarships for international students at Cornell. Five students supported annually with financial support for academic research, study abroad, and summer internships. Must have attended secondary school outside the US and demonstrate significant fina…
Dartmouth College Financial Aid & King Scholarship
Dartmouth is need-blind for all international students and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need without loans. King Scholarship provides full tuition, room, board, plus $10,000 for summer experiences. Families earning ≤$65K have zero parent contributio…
Duke University Karsh International Scholars Program
Duke's flagship fully-funded scholarship for international students including those from Nigeria. Covers 100%: full tuition, room & board, mandatory fees, plus 3 summers of funding for research, unpaid internships, and academic experiences. No separate appl…
Duke University Reginaldo Howard Memorial Scholars Program
Full-ride scholarship for students of African heritage demonstrating leadership and service commitment. Covers tuition, room, board, and additional support. Highly competitive merit-based award. Strong STEM programs at Duke with excellent research opportuni…
EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) Nigeria
U.S. Embassy Nigeria program covering SAT/ACT, TOEFL, college application fees, visa fees, SEVIS, and air travel to the USA. Since 2004, 400+ students placed with full financial aid. 2024/25: 33 students received $2.92M in scholarships. Must be in SS3 or co…
Financial Support for Graduate Students
Financial support options for graduate students at UC Berkeley include academic employment, fellowships, grants for specific studies, and emergency funds to assist with managing student loan debt.
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
US government's flagship international exchange program. Fully funded for graduate study/research at US universities. Coverage: tuition, airfare, living stipend, health insurance. For citizens of 160+ countries. Apply through Fulbright Commission in your ho…
Gates Millennium Scholars Program (GMSP)
UG/PG (All Fields) scholarship for students from US (Minority, High Need). Coverage: Full Need Met
Graduate Financial Assistance and Grants
MIT offers various financial assistance options for graduate students, including fellowships, grants, and emergency funds to support their education and living expenses. These resources aim to alleviate financial burdens and enhance the academic experience.
Hansen Leadership Institute (Int'l Applicants)
Leadership/Peacebuilding (Program) scholarship for students from International (Age 20-25). Coverage: Fully Funded Program
Hansen Leadership Institute (U.S. Applicants)
Leadership/Peacebuilding (Program) scholarship for students from U.S.. Coverage: Fully Funded Program
Harvard University Financial Aid for International Students
Harvard is need-blind for all international students and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need. Families earning under $100,000 pay nothing - tuition, room, board, and fees are completely free. All aid is grant-based with no loans required. Internationa…
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
US government program for mid-career professionals from designated countries. 10-month non-degree program at US universities. Covers tuition, living expenses, professional development activities, international travel. For experienced professionals in public…
Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship
Full scholarship for Nigerian students. Operating since 1998 (formerly MUSTE scholarship). Supports students in various fields. Deadline typically in December.
Johns Hopkins University Financial Aid for International Students
JHU meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for international students admitted with aid. About 10% of international students receive financial aid. Aid is renewed automatically - no need to reapply annually. Must apply for aid during admission - cannot a…
Knight-Hennessy Scholars
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program at Stanford University offers funding for up to three years of tuition, along with a stipend for living and academic expenses, and a travel stipend for one annual trip to and from Stanford.
MIT Financial Aid for International Students
MIT is need-blind for all international students and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need. All aid is grant-based with no loans. Families earning under $140,000 with typical assets pay no tuition. MIT awards over $155 million annually in scholarships. …
Nigerian Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Overseas Scholarship
Nigerian government full funding for STEM fields, especially oil & gas related programs. Covers tuition, accommodation, living expenses. For Nigerian citizens with strong academic records. Applications typically open mid-year.
Northwestern University Financial Aid for International Students
Northwestern meets 100% of demonstrated financial need with grants only (no loans). Issues four-year aid awards upfront so students know their financial commitment for all four years. Need-aware admissions. Over $250 million spent on undergraduate financial…
Princeton University Financial Aid for International Students
Princeton is need-blind for all international students and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need with grants only (no loans). Average grant for international students is ~$70,500/year. Covers tuition, room, board, books, travel, and personal expenses. U…
Simmons University Kotzen Scholarship
Fully funded scholarship covering full tuition, mandatory fees, room and board. For exceptional students. Simmons is a women's undergraduate college in Boston. Strong science and health science programs.
Stanford University Financial Aid for Science Students
Stanford meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students including international. Families earning under $65,000/year often receive full rides. Strong programs in biology, chemistry, physics, engineering. Need-blind for international stu…
The Gates Millennium Scholars Program
UG/PG, All Fields scholarship for students from USA (Minority, High Need). Coverage: Full Need Met
UNCF STEM Scholars Program
UG, STEM scholarship for students from USA (Minority Students). Coverage: Full Cost + Stipend
University of Chicago Financial Aid & Merit Scholarships
UChicago meets 100% of demonstrated financial need for international students with grants (no loans). Merit scholarships available including University Merit Scholarships ($2,000+/year), International Student Scholarships ($10,000-$30,000/year), First Phoen…
University of Florida Scholarships 2025-26
Academic (Fully Funded) scholarship for students from International. Coverage: Fully Funded
University of Miami Stamps Scholarship
Prestigious full-ride scholarship for exceptional students. Coverage: Full tuition, on-campus housing, books, meals, health insurance, laptop allowance, $12,000 enrichment fund for study abroad/research/internships. Highly competitive merit-based award. Ope…
University of Pennsylvania Financial Aid for International Students
Penn is need-aware but meets 100% of demonstrated financial need with grants and work-study. Over $10 million provided annually to international students. Named scholarships including Dr. Ambrose C. Davis Memorial and Huntsman Program scholarships available…
Vanderbilt University Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholarship
Full tuition + summer stipends for research/study abroad/service. Application deadline: December 1. Open to international students. Highly competitive (top 1% of applicants). Need-aware admissions for international students but meets 100% need for those adm…
Washington and Lee University International Student Aid
W&L is need-blind and meets 100% of demonstrated need through grants only (no loans). W&L Promise: families with income below $150,000 receive grants equal to or greater than full tuition. Average net price after aid: $24,510. 67% graduate debt-free.
Washington and Lee University Johnson Scholarship
Full tuition, room, board + $10,000 for summer experiences (research, travel, internships). Total value ~$83,000/year. Up to 44 recipients annually (~10% of class). Open to international students. W&L is need-blind and meets 100% of demonstrated need withou…
Yale University Financial Aid for International Students
Yale is need-blind for all international students and meets 100% of demonstrated financial need. Students whose parents earn less than $65,000/year pay nothing. Average Yale need-based scholarship exceeds $50,000/year. All aid is grant-based with no loans. …
"Go Ennounce Yourself" Monthly Scholarship
"Go Ennounce Yourself" Monthly Scholarship - Unrestricted
$1,000 Essay ACLS Scholarship
$1,000 Essay ACLS Scholarship - Health Professions
$1,000 Level Summer Scholarships
$1,000 Level Summer Scholarships - Cultural Studies, Education, ESL & English Language, Culinary Arts, Languages/Linguistics and Fine Arts
$1,000 Scholarship for High and Middle School Students in the USA
$1,000 Scholarship for High and Middle School Students in the USA - Unrestricted
$1,500 Essay Writing Contest
$1,500 Essay Writing Contest - Unrestricted
$1,500 Semi-Annual Video Contest Scholarship for Students
$1,500 Semi-Annual Video Contest Scholarship for Students - Unrestricted
$1,500 Video Contest Scholarship for Students Who Enjoy Writing
$1,500 Video Contest Scholarship for Students Who Enjoy Writing - Unrestricted
$10,000 Certificate Program in Music Performance Scholarship
$10,000 Certificate Program in Music Performance Scholarship - Unrestricted
$10,000 Create Valentines for Older Adults Scholarship
$10,000 Create Valentines for Older Adults Scholarship - Unrestricted
$10,000 Help the Homeless Scholarship
$10,000 Help the Homeless Scholarship - Unrestricted
$10,000 Teach Seniors Technology Scholarship
$10,000 Teach Seniors Technology Scholarship - Unrestricted
$10,000 Upvote Scholarship
$10,000 Upvote Scholarship - Unrestricted
$1000 Autumn Scholarship from Homework Lab
$1000 Autumn Scholarship from Homework Lab - Unrestricted
$1000 Reviews For Save Scholarship
$1000 Reviews For Save Scholarship - Unrestricted
$1000 Scholarship in Support of Those Under the Revised US Travel Ban
$1000 Scholarship in Support of Those Under the Revised US Travel Ban - Unrestricted
$1500 College Monk Short Essay Scholarship
$1500 College Monk Short Essay Scholarship - Unrestricted
$2000 Coupons Promos Scholarship
$2000 Coupons Promos Scholarship - Architecture & Design, Biology/Life Sciences, Business/Management, Communications, Computer & Information Systems...
$3000 E-Commerce Research Scholarship
$3000 E-Commerce Research Scholarship - Unrestricted
$3000 E-Commerce Research Scholarship 2019
$3000 E-Commerce Research Scholarship 2019 - Unrestricted
$3000 WEAR & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship
$3000 WEAR & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship - Unrestricted
How do I apply to these scholarships?
- Build a shortlist you qualify for. Check citizenship, level and GPA rules first — most rejections are eligibility errors, not merit.
- Prepare core documents once. Transcripts, a strong personal statement, two referees, and English-test scores (or waiver evidence) cover 80% of applications.
- Apply early and track deadlines. Flagship awards open 9–12 months before study begins.
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Frequently asked questions
How do international students get scholarships in the USA?
Mainly through the universities themselves: graduate assistantships, merit scholarships at admission, and departmental fellowships. External routes include Fulbright and private foundations. Strong test scores and early applications matter most.
Can I get a fully funded scholarship in the USA?
Yes — funded PhD offers (tuition waiver + stipend) are standard in many fields, and Masters assistantships are common in STEM. Fully funded undergraduate awards exist (e.g. need-blind universities) but are highly competitive.