The Aauw (American Association of University Women) is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated International Fellowship Program for 2023. This prestigious program aims to empower and support women worldwide in pursuing higher education and advancing their leadership skills. Through generous funding and mentorship opportunities, the AAUW International Fellowship Program strives to create a diverse and inclusive community of scholars, fostering academic excellence and gender equity on a global scale.

Overview of AAUW International Fellowship Program

Since 1917, the AAUW International Fellowship Program has been offering valuable opportunities to women worldwide. This program is designed to provide financial support to non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents who wish to pursue full-time graduate or postdoctoral studies in the United States.

The program also extends a limited number of awards for studies outside the U.S. (excluding the applicant’s home country) to members of Graduate Women International. Both graduate and postgraduate studies at accredited U.S. institutions are eligible for support.

To be eligible, applicants must have obtained a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree before the application deadline and must have applied to their chosen institutions by the time of application. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievements and demonstrated dedication to the advancement of women and girls.

Upon completing their studies, fellowship recipients return to their home countries, equipped with the knowledge and skills to assume leadership roles in various sectors, including business, government, academia, community activism, the arts, and scientific fields.

Scholarship Benefits

The AAUW International Fellowship Program offers generous financial support to women pursuing different levels of education. For those undertaking a Master’s degree or a first professional degree, a grant of $20,000 is provided. This financial assistance aims to alleviate the financial burden and enable these women to focus on their academic pursuits.

For women embarking on a doctoral program, the program offers a grant of $25,000. This substantial funding helps cover tuition fees, research expenses, and living costs, allowing recipients to fully dedicate themselves to their doctoral studies and research.

Postdoctoral researchers receive the highest level of funding through the AAUW International Fellowship Program, with a grant of $50,000. This significant financial support empowers women to continue their research and contribute to their respective fields in a meaningful way. The grant enables postdoctoral fellows to conduct advanced research, publish their findings, attend conferences, and further expand their professional networks.

These varying levels of financial support demonstrate the program’s commitment to promoting women’s education and research at different stages of their academic journey. By providing substantial funding, the AAUW International Fellowship Program not only facilitates access to education but also ensures that talented women have the resources needed to excel in their chosen fields.

Scholarship Requirements

The AAUW International Fellowship Program has specific eligibility criteria to ensure fairness and maximize opportunities for applicants. Here are the key requirements:

• Previous Recipients: Individuals who have previously received any AAUW national fellowship or grant (excluding branch or local awards or Community Action Grants) are not eligible to apply for International Fellowships.
• AAUW Affiliations: Members of the AAUW board of directors, committees, panels, task forces, and staff, including current interns, are not eligible to apply for AAUW fellowships and grants. However, individuals currently holding an award are eligible for election or appointment to boards, committees, panels, and task forces.
• Field of Study: International Fellowships are open to women, including individuals who identify as women, in all fields of study at accredited higher education institutions or for postdoctoral research. The final decision regarding eligible institutions rests with AAUW.
• Reapplication: Unsuccessful applicants have the opportunity to reapply in subsequent cycles.
• Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of a country other than the United States or possess a nonimmigrant visa if residing in the U.S. Those who are U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or dual citizens of the U.S. and another country, either currently or expected during the fellowship year, are not eligible.
• Academic Degree: Applicants must hold an academic degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree, earned in the U.S. or abroad.
• Full-Time Commitment: Applicants must intend to devote themselves full-time to their proposed academic plan during the fellowship year.
• Return to Home Country: Applicants must intend to return to their home country upon completion of their studies to pursue a professional career.
• English Proficiency: Proficiency in English is required, and applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency through specified components, such as approved English proficiency exams, transcripts from English-speaking institutions, or a written statement verifying English as the applicant’s native language.
• Institution and Program Selection: Master’s/first professional degree and doctoral applicants must have applied to an accredited institution of study for the fellowship year. Official confirmation from the institution must be provided with the award acceptance materials.
• Degree Level: Master’s/first professional degree fellowships are intended for programs at the master’s or professional degree level (e.g., J.D., M.F.A., L.L.M., M.Arch., or medical degrees such as M.D., D.D.S., etc.). Certificates, associate degrees, and undergraduate degrees are ineligible. Doctoral fellowships are intended for research degrees such as Ph.D. or Ed.D.
• Postdoctoral Research: Postdoctoral applicants must provide proof of their doctorate degree and hold a research degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., D.B.A., D.M.) or an M.F.A. They must also indicate where they will conduct their research.
• U.S. Accredited Institution: Master’s/first professional degree and doctoral applicants must be enrolled in a U.S. accredited institution located in the U.S. during the fellowship year.
• Graduate Women International (GWI) Members: A limited number of awards are available for GWI members for study or research outside of their own countries. Foreign branches of U.S. institutions are considered outside of the U.S.
• Full Year of Study: Applicants can apply for the fellowship for any year of their program but must be conducting a full year of study or research. Partial years of study or research and programs ending before April of the fellowship year are not eligible.
• Distance Learning/Online Programs: The AAUW International Fellowship Program primarily supports traditional classroom-based courses of study at colleges or universities for master’s/first professional degree and doctoral fellowships. It does not provide funding for distance learning or online programs, nor for degrees heavily dependent on distance-learning components. The final determination regarding what constitutes distance learning under these fellowships rests with AAUW.

How to Apply & Deadline

Go to https://aauw.applyists.net/ to apply. Sign up and follow the steps and you are good to go. Deadline is November 2023.

FAQs

Can previous recipients of any AAUW national fellowship or grant apply for the International Fellowships?

No, previous recipients of any AAUW national fellowship or grant (excluding branch or local awards or Community Action Grants) are not eligible to apply for International Fellowships.

Are members of the AAUW board of directors, committees, panels, task forces, and staff eligible to apply for AAUW fellowships and grants?

No, members of the AAUW board of directors, committees, panels, task forces, and staff, including current interns, are not eligible to apply for AAUW fellowships and grants. However, individuals holding a current award are eligible for election or appointment to boards, committees, panels, and task forces.

What is the mission statement of the AAUW?

The mission statement of the AAUW (American Association of University Women) is to advance gender equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research. AAUW aims to break down barriers and promote equal opportunities for women in education, the workplace, and leadership positions.

Who is eligible to apply for the International Fellowships?

The International Fellowships are open to women, including those who identify as women, from all fields of study at accredited higher education institutions or for postdoctoral research.

Is proficiency in English required for the International Fellowships?

Yes, applicants must be proficient in English and provide evidence of English language proficiency through specified components, such as approved English proficiency exams, transcripts from English-speaking institutions, or a written statement verifying English as the applicant’s native language.

Is proficiency in English required for the International Fellowships?

Yes, applicants must be proficient in English and provide evidence of English language proficiency through specified components, such as approved English proficiency exams, transcripts from English-speaking institutions, or a written statement verifying English as the applicant’s native language.

Are there specific eligibility requirements for master’s/first professional degree and doctoral applicants?

Yes, master’s/first professional degree and doctoral applicants must have applied to an accredited institution of study for the period of the fellowship. They must also indicate the name of the institution in the International Fellowship application.

Are distance learning/online programs eligible for funding through the International Fellowships?

No, the International Fellowship program does not provide funding for distance-learning or online programs, or for degrees heavily dependent on distance-learning components. Final decisions regarding what constitutes distance learning under these fellowships will be made by AAUW.

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