The McDonnell International Scholarship offers a generous financial package to support graduate and professional degree programs at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
When selected you will receive full tuition, a monthly living stipend, relocation expense reimbursement, and travel reimbursement. This program aims to cultivate a network of intellectually and culturally diverse leaders who can bring about meaningful, positive changes to address global challenges.
The Academy promotes innovative ideas that enhance collaborative, multidisciplinary research through its strong international partnerships.
It is an exceptional opportunity that not only fosters leadership potential through professional growth, engagement opportunities, and mentorship but also reinforces the values of global perspective and social responsibility.
The selection process for McDonnell Scholars prioritizes individuals with the capacity to become authoritative leaders in their fields and who demonstrate cultural competency.
At Washington University in St. Louis, you are provided with a comprehensive financial aid package as a scholar to support your pursuit of graduate and professional degree programs.
Scholarship Details:
- Supports postgraduate, master’s and PhD studies.
- Open to all nationalities.
- The scholarship host country is the US
- No IELTS required for Scholarship application
- The deadline for application is January 31st, 2025
About host University:
Washington University in St. Louis, often referred to as WashU or WUSTL, stands as a distinguished private research institution consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally by the QS World University Rankings.
Its founding in 1853 honors the legacy of George Washington and it is situated in St. Louis, Missouri. The university prides itself on its diverse student body, with 14,385 enrollees from 90 different nations and a commendable 4,500 degrees conferred during the 2016-2017 academic year.
Notably, the institution houses the sprawling Tyson research center, a remarkable 2,000-acre outdoor laboratory, in addition to its three campuses.
Benefits of Scholarship:
Both programmatic and financial support are provided to you as a McDonnell Scholar
This includes tuition and a monthly living stipend, travel and relocation expenses reimbursed, the chance to live in contemporary, private cohort housing conveniently close to campus.
Also, you gain access to a wide range of educational opportunities, cultural experiences, committed mentorship, and a global network of students and alumni.
Who qualifies for the Scholarship:
- To be eligible for the 2025 McDonnell International Scholars Academy, you must submit an application to a master’s or doctorate program at Washington University.
- Applications to graduate programs at Washington University in St. Louis must be submitted separately and in addition to those to the McDonnell Academy.
- You must submit separate applications to the WashU doctoral or master’s program and the McDonnell Academy.
- You must have a bachelor’s degree or above or intend to obtain one before the conclusion of the 2024–25 academic year in July 2025.
- Undergraduate study is not eligible for this grant.
- All nationalities are allowed to apply. International graduate candidates, however, who have graduated from one of the Academy’s Partner Universities, are given preference. Check the list of partner universities HERE
Criteria for Selection:
You will be selected based on your aptitude for academics, your potential, and your desire to lead in the future in business, government, the professions, or academia.
You have an interest in more general social and cultural issues, accept diversity, and have a global perspective. Also, you should be dedicated to conversing with people from different backgrounds and specialties.
You must show willingness and capacity to bring about constructive change both locally and globally and dedicated to participating in the Academy’s leadership development and communication skills program.
How to Apply:
To apply for the McDonnell International Scholarship for 2025, eligible candidates should do the following:
Press the following link to access the scholarship page. Check the scholarship page with this LINK
You must submit an application to a master’s or doctoral program at Washington University that is appropriate.
To get financing, apply for the McDonell’s International Scholars Academy Fellowship program.
The McDonnell Academy application must be submitted online in conjunction with your WashU graduate degree application.
You must apply with a letter of recommendation, an introductory video of yourself and an essay explain why you deserve the scholarship.
Visit the application instructions page to find out how to apply and for comprehensive details on the necessary materials. Get more information about application instructions HERE.
