Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
MIT Office of Graduate Education OGE Awards (stipend awards that require students to be nominated for consideration.
Nomination deadline in early December)
Generous donors have provided MIT with permanent funds in support of stipend awards for students who fall into unique
categories. The Office of Graduate Education administers these awards through an annual competition.
All nominations must be submitted to the OGE by MIT Sloan Student Funding on behalf of the students selected for
nomination. Students who qualify for one of the awards should contact [email protected] in order to be
considered for nomination.
MIT Office of Graduate Education OGE Fellowships (tuition awards or stipend + tuition awards that require students to be
nominated for consideration in most cases. Nomination deadline in mid-February)
Generous donors have provided MIT with permanent funds in support of fellowships, many of which have unique
restrictions.
The Office of Graduate Education administers a number of these endowed fellowships through an annual competition in
March. All nominations (both for new awards and renewal requests) must be submitted to the OGE by MIT Sloan Student
Funding on behalf of the students selected for nomination. Students who qualify for one of the awards should contact
[email protected] in order to be considered for nomination.
Awards will be decided by late April, with the exception of the Hugh Hampton Young Memorial Fund Fellowship. Finalists
for the Hugh Hampton Young will be chosen by mid-late April; those finalists will then be interviewed, with final awards to
be decided in early May. Students will receive confirmation of any award via letter by May 1.
The nomination packet will include:
• Current resume/CV;
• Transcript (for currently enrolled students, unofficial transcript or grade report is fine);
• A brief (1-2 pages) research summary written for a general audience, depicting your goals for your time at MIT or
post-graduation. For incoming students, this can be your “statement of objectives” from your Admissions
application;
• A brief (1-2 pages) summary of current or past community involvement. The OGE highly values positive impact on
the MIT community. Please explain past or current community involvement on MIT’s campus (or prior campuses if
you are an incoming student) and how you feel this involvement has benefited the community;
• Letters of Recommendation:
o Two are required. These can be sent directly to Joshua DeMaio (with no specific format);
o For incoming students, both can come from your admissions application if desired - please indicate as
much in your email. For returning students and application renewals, at least one must be from an MIT
faculty member.
OGE Website
• The monthly Graduate Fellowship newsletter includes upcoming events and deadlines, including open fellowships,
application preparation materials, and more. Sign up here.
• The OGE database of external fellowships can be found here.
• OGE Fellowship Tips page has a number of tips and resources, found here.
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
MIT Internal Fellowships
Legatum Fellowship
The Legatum Fellowship is a competitive program designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs gain a world class education
at MIT in order to launch and scale their ventures and maximize their likelihood of success as principled entrepreneurial
leaders and agents for change who will transform society and improve global wellbeing. Every year, a cohort of
approximately 20 highly-motivated student entrepreneurs are selected to join the one-year Fellowship.
PKG Fellowships
Successful fellowship proposals will show:
• Potential for sustainable benefit to an underserved community
• Evidence of strong motivation to carry out the project
• Potential for effective community partner/student relationship
• An overall sense of project feasibility indicating that the project scope matches the student qualifications, time
frame, and community partner expertise/input
• Appropriate understanding of safety issues and a thorough safety plan
MIT Morningside Academy for Design Fellowship
The Design Fellowship is an opportunity for approximately ten continuing MIT graduate students to engage in MAD’s
activities and propose a research-oriented or personal design project throughout the academic year (nine months),
while receiving full tuition support, a stipend, and health insurance.
External Fellowships/Scholarships
The OGE also has databases of external fellowships on their website.
AAUW International Fellowships
The program provides support for women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the United States to
women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and who intend to return to their home country to pursue a
professional career. Applicants must have earned the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree by the application deadline
and must have applied to their proposed institutions of study by the time of the application. Recipients are selected for
academic achievement and demonstrated commitment to women and girls.
Activate Fellowship
Activate transforms scientists and engineers into founders, empowering them to reinvent the world by bringing their
research to market. The two-year Activate Fellowship provides early-stage science entrepreneurs with funding, technical
resources, and unparalleled support from a network of scientists, engineers, investors, commercial partners, and fellow
entrepreneurs.
The fellowship includes a living stipend, additional benefits, services, and tailored mentorship that afford fellows the
freedom to explore and define their own entrepreneurial path.
The Aga Khan Foundation
Applications from nationals of the following countries: Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan,
Syria, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Madagascar, and Mozambique. The Foundation gives priority to requests for
Master’s level courses. Applications must show consistently excellent academic records, genuine financial need,
admission to a highly reputable university or program of student and relevance of the field of study to AKDN’s focus
areas. Amount of award is 50% scholarship/50% loan.
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
Aker Scholarship
A grant awarded to students who want to apply for Master’s or PhD studies. The Scholarship is open for all fields of
study, but you can only apply if you are not already enrolled in the program. To be eligible you must be Norwegian or
have a strong link to Norway: you must have lived in Norway for several years and speak Norwegian.
American Association of University Women
International Fellowships are available to international women students studying in the U.S. Selected Professions
Fellowships are available for minority women who are U.S. citizens or U.S. permanent residents.
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) has two scholarships for graduate students pursuing
studies in finance.
• The Minority Accounting Scholarship
• The AICPA Accountemps Student Scholarship provides for students majoring in accounting, finance or
information systems.
The American-Scandinavian Foundation
(ASF) offers funding to Scandinavians to undertake study or research programs in the United States for up to one year.
Also, the ASF offers fellowships and grants to individuals to pursue research or study in one or more Scandinavian
countries for up to one year. Applicants must be US residents or permanent residents and have a well-defined research
or study project that makes a stay in Scandinavia essential.
American Australian Association
Promotes educational exchange between the United States and Australia. The American Australian Association awards
fellowships to Australians for advanced research and study in the United States. American Australian Association also
awards US fellows to pursue studies in Australia.
The BCG Fellows Scholarship Program
Provides endless opportunities for highly ambitious individuals and the opportunity to make a last impact on clients and
society while solving important problems. Awards of up to $5,000 and an individual mentorship by BCG consultants.
Becas SENESCYT (Secretaria de Educacion Superior Ciencia, Tecnologia e Innovacion)
Offers government sponsored scholarships for undergraduate and graduate studies.
Belgian American Education Foundation
Fellowships for MBA or similar Management degree.
The Bodossaki Foundation Scholarship for Social-Economic Sciences: Economics/Political Economy
Award is given to one student of Greek nationality, parentage or descent. Only persons born after December 31, 1967 are
eligible. The selection of the winner will be based on exceptional achievements. For more information, please email
The Bridgat Scholarship Program
Merit-based fund awarded to one full-time graduate student who must be a citizen of an Asian country. This scholarship is
only available to second year MBA students as it requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
The Canadian Federation of University Women
The Federation promotes higher education for women through its Fellowships and Awards Program.
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
Colombia Colfuturo Scholarship Program
For Colombian students studying abroad in graduate educational programs. Award is a maximum of $25,000 per year and
a maximum two year stay abroad. Students must agree to return to Colombia within one year of finishing their programs.
CONACYT Scholarship
Scholarships for Mexican professionals who wish to pursue graduate studies in science and technology, social and
humanistic quality in an institution recognized overseas areas.
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) American Indian Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to help Native Americans students of any age, any tribe and in any state striving to get an
education at the undergraduate or graduate levels. However, undergraduate students are given preference. All awards
are judged based on financial need and academic achievement. This is a one-time $4,000 award.
Davis-Putter Scholarships
Need-based grants (up to $6,000) to undergraduate or graduate students actively working for peace and justice on
campus and/or in the community
The Dolores Zhorab Liebmann
Fund awards graduate school fellowships in any recognized field of study in the humanities, social sciences, or natural
sciences (including law, medicine, engineering, architecture, or other professional training) for independent research
and study grants. Applications must be submitted through the dean.
Marketing EDGE
Selection is based on a combination of academic performance and demonstrated interest in the marketing field (classes,
extracurricular activities, internships, etc).
The Earnest Scholarship Fund
A student loan company that offers ten $5,000 scholarships annually.
Echoing Green Foundation Fellowships
Seeks to provide seed funding and support to more than 450 social entrepreneurs with bold ideas for social change in
order to launch groundbreaking organizations around the world.
Eduarda Justo Foundation (Consentino Group)
Awards students born or resident in the region of Almeria, or whose parents are from Almeria, a scholarship covering
full tuition, housing, books and supplies, a round trip ticket to the university, as well as an initial stipend. The aim is to
identify outstanding graduates with the potential to make an impact to the future in the region of Almeria (South of
Spain).
The Federation Executive Recruitment and Education Scholarship Program (FEREP)
Graduate scholarship program funded through the Jewish Federations of North America that recruits, supports and
develops future professional leaders for the North American Jewish federation system. The program awards to specified
areas of graduate study in return for a minimum two-year paid work commitment in a North American Jewish federation
following graduate school. FEREP also provides supplemental professional and cohort development opportunities, and
assists students with the placement process leading to their first federation position
Finland Foundation
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
Full-time undergraduate and graduate students of all academic disciplines who are currently enrolled in accredited post-
secondary schools in the United States and Finland are eligible for FFN scholarships.
French-American Chamber of Commerce Bellanger Business School Scholarship Program
The French-American Chamber of Commerce Foundation in New York was established in the spring of 2012 to raise
funds to provide scholarships to French MBA students studying in the United States and to American MBA students
studying in France.
The Fulbright Scholarship Program
Offers awards to students who aim to increase mutual understanding between the peoples of the United States and
other countries, through the exchange of persons, knowledge, and skills
The Fundação Estudar Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship opportunity for Brazilian students with leadership and entrepreneurial profiles.
Fundacion La Caixa
La Caixa is the biggest saving bank in Spain. It offers 225 scholarships to study postgraduate courses in Spain and abroad
(either masters or PhDs); 45 are specifically earmarked for the U.S. The funds are awarded on a merit basis and cover
tuition and fees, living and traveling expenses, health insurance and visa costs.
Fundacion Rafael Del Pino
Offers 15 scholarships to Spanish students to help create the next generation of Spanish leaders. Educational areas of
interest to the foundation are: economy and company; economic analysis of the right; regulation and deregulation and
economic analysis; and legality of competition and the markets.
Fundacion Ramon Areces
Offers Spanish students an Economia y Derecho de la Union Europea scholarship for graduate business students abroad.
The foundation sponsors scholarship programs for studies abroad to enable Spanish postgraduate students to study at
some of the world's leading research centers.
The General Sir John Monash Award
Open to Australian citizens and graduates of universities in Australia who undertake study abroad. The General Sir John
Monash Award is a prize of AUD $50,000 for academic excellence and demonstrated leadership and potential.
The Goldie Initiative Scholarship
The Goldie Initiative Scholarship is a robust scholarship program that provides funding for 1-2 years (up to $15,000 over 2
years), mentorship, career development, and exclusive networking opportunities to female graduate students pursuing
careers in real estate.
The Goldman Sachs MBA Fellowship
Designed to increase the level of interest in and awareness of careers in the industry among Black, Hispanic and Native
American business school students. Through the program, Goldman Sachs offers 10 fellowships to students at ten firm
wide graduate business schools annually.
Government Finance Officers Association Scholarships
The Government Finance Officers Association offers a several scholarships of varying amounts, awarded to outstanding
U.S. and Canadian students preparing for careers in state and local government finance.
The Harvey Fellows Program
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
Provides scholarships to Christian students who are pursuing graduate studies at premier universities in fields
considered to be underrepresented by Christians and who possess a unique vision to impact society through their
vocations.
The Healthline Stronger Scholarship Program
The mission of this scholarship is to support, guide, and inspire emerging leaders of tomorrow who can change the field
of health. In order to help achieve our vision of creating a stronger and healthier world, we are investing in future health
leaders who are dedicated to improving the state of health and wellness in the world and in their communities.
Hungarian-American Enterprise Scholarship Fund
The Hungarian-American Enterprise Scholarship Fund’s (HAESF) offers a $25,000 graduate scholarship for Hungarian
citizens wishing to study in the United States.
Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation
Inlaks Scholarships provide the opportunity to young people with exceptional talent in any field to broaden their vision
abroad and improve their skills to operate in society, thus making them a future vehicle of change in their environment.
Instituto Ling Scholarship Program
Annual scholarship program for Brazilian citizens with entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills to contribute to
Brazilian economic, social and cultural development.
IPFE (Instituto Peruano de Fomento Educativo)
Provides scholarships and loans for university studies or training, locally and abroad.
The James and Mary Dawson Scholarship
St. Andrew’s society of Washington D.C. awards several $5,000 scholarships for Scots coming to the USA for graduate or
post graduate study.
J.N. Tata Endowment for the Higher Education of Indians
Awards a one-time loan scholarship only at the beginning of the course to Indian nationals for full time
Postgraduate/Ph.D./Postdoctoral studies abroad and in India, in all fields, irrespective of caste, creed, gender or
community. The selected scholars may also qualify for a gift scholarship and travel assistance.
The John R. Mott Scholarship Foundation
Students native to the Calabria region of Italy are eligible to apply for a scholarship to assist their education at any
institution of higher learning.
J.P. Morgan Launching Leaders MBA Scholarship
Gives talented Black, Hispanic and Native American students across the US the chance to fulfill their ambitions and carve
out an outstanding career with one of the world’s leading innovators in banking and business. Scholarship winners will
receive a scholarship and an internship offer for Investment Banking. Placement options include coverage or product
groups within the Investment Bank. If your summer goes well and you are offered and accept a full-time position with
J.P. Morgan, the scholarship will continue into your second year.
K.C. Mahindra Education Trust
Since 1956, K. C. Mahindra Education Trust has granted interest-free loan scholarships to deserving students to pursue
post-graduate studies abroad in various fields.
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
King Abdullah Scholarship Program (KASP)
Allows Saudi students to take advantage of top-notch graduate and undergraduate programs around the world at no
cost to them. The scholarship pays full tuition, living expenses, and a once-a-year flight back to Saudi Arabia.
The Korean American Scholarship
Awards numerous scholarships to Korean American college students across the country
Kosciuszko Foundation Tuition Scholarships
Support American students of Polish descent for full-time graduate studies in the United States. Scholarships range from
$1,000 to $7,000.
The Kwanjeong Educational Foundation
Korean citizens each year who have gained or are seeking admission to leading universities outside of Korea. The
scholarship covers up to $55,000 per year.
Leo Rowe Fund
The Rowe Fund is an educational loan program of the Organization of American States (OAS) that helps citizens from
Latin America and Caribbean OAS Member States finance their studies or research in accredited universities across the
United States by awarding interest-free loans of up to US $15,000 dollars.
The Ling Scholarship
An award covering up to 1/3 of the tuition for Brazilian citizens studying business administration
The Luys Foundation
The Luys Foundation provides scholarships allowing Armenian students to study at the world’s top universities. Scholars
must show ambition to contribute to society, while demonstrating integrity of character, interest in and respect for
others, and the ability to lead. Students applying to the Luys Foundation must be Armenian, Citizens of Armenia or of
Armenian descent.
The Memorial Education Fund (MEF) and the Stuart Cameron and Margaret McLeod Memorial (SCMS) Scholarships
Available to graduate students studying accounting or finance. The scholarships are awarded by the Institute of
Management Accountants (IMA).
Morgan Stanley MBA Fellowship
Provides outstanding Black, Hispanic, Native American and LGBT student with the opportunity to receive an internship
and scholarship award for the second semester of their first year of business school and a scholarship towards their
second year of business school.
The National Federation of the Blind
Offers a number of different scholarships to high-achieving legally blind students
The National Italian American Foundation
Awards scholarships to Italian American students who demonstrate outstanding potential and high academic
achievement.
National Society of Hispanic MBAs/Hispanic Scholarship Foundation
Financial assistance for outstanding Hispanic students pursuing a graduate degree in management/business. Awards
range from $2,500-$5,000 and one $10,000 award.
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) Scholarship
Provides an annual scholarship award to support a student from any developing country to pursue higher education in a
relevant field of development. Winners of the OFID Award receive a full scholarship covering academic fees and living
costs for one year of master's degree study
The Orbis Investment Management Fellowship
A cash award attributable towards tuition or course-related expenses for an exceptional, soon-to-be first-year MBA
student, from any background, with any experience, who can demonstrate his or her talent and passion for investing.
The Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Fellowships for up to two years of graduate study in the United States. A new American is defined as a resident alien, a
naturalized US citizen, or the child of two parents who are both naturalized citizens.
The P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund for Women
Open to women from countries other than the U.S. and Canada. The candidate must be accepted full time to an
accredited U.S. institution and must be working towards a graduate degree. Candidates must also promise to return to
their country of origin within 90 days of completing the degree program to pursue a professional career. Awards up to
$6,000.
The Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
Offers multiple graduate scholarships and awards for the first year of professional study.
The Point Foundation
National scholarship fund for high achieving lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students in higher education.
PONABEC (Programa Nacional de Becas y Credito Educativo)
Offers diverse scholarships (such as Beca Presidente de la Republica) and student loans for the training and
specialization of human talent in the country and abroad.
The Ray Greenly Scholarship
Offers scholarship to students interested in digital retail. This scholarship is for continuing graduate students only. For
more information about the application and eligibility requirements visit their web site
The Rising Farmworker Dream Fund
Pre-MBA fellowship for students interested in pursuing an MBA degree. Mission of RFDF is to leverage the power and
resources of business to empower the farm working community—migrant and seasonal farmworkers and son and
daughters of farmworkers. Fellowship supports that mission by giving talented students the opportunity to pursue
graduate degrees in management, which will ultimately enable them to become resourceful leaders who give back to
their respective communities.
The Sainsbury Management Fellowship
Awards scholarships to citizens of the United Kingdom between the ages of 26 and 34 who have a degree in Engineering
and are pursuing an MBA.
Samsung Scholarship
Offers scholarships to finance Korean nationals studying abroad. The scholarship covers tuition and living expenses up to
$50,000 each year.
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
Samvid Scholars
Established in 2021, Samvid Scholars invests in future leaders committed to effecting positive change in the world. The
scholarship provides up to $50,000 in tuition support each year for two years for students in graduate schools across the
United States. Scholars also receive two years of leadership development programming to support them to continue to
fulfill their extraordinary potential. The program seeks candidates who have an exceptional record of achievement and
are driven to make an impact.
The Serge Bellanger Scholarship
The French-American Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Serge Bellanger Scholarship is awarded to French students
accepted into an MBA program at a university in the U.S. Each year, 10 students are selected based on their academic
excellence and professional experience. A recipient of the scholarship will be awarded $10,000 to assist them with their
MBA or master studies in the U.S.
The Switzer Foundation
Fellowships specifically for graduate students who show a strong personal commitment to solving problems and
effecting change in the environmental arena.
The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program
Provides for the cost of tuition, room, board, and mandatory fees for the first year and second year of graduate study,
with reimbursement for books and one round-trip travel. This fellowship also includes summer internships after each
year of study.
Toigo MBA Fellowship
To be considered for the Toigo MBA Fellowship, you must be planning to pursue a career in finance after graduation and
be:
• Applying to or accepted into one of the following:
o An accredited U.S.-based two-year, full-time MBA program
o JD/MBA (you should apply for the fellowship the year you are starting the MBA portion of your program)
o Masters in Real Estate (as a joint degree – aligned with a 2 year program)
o Masters in Finance (as a joint degree – aligned with a 2 year program)
• Planning to begin MBA studies as a first-year student in the Fall of the given application cycle (Toigo does not
currently offer a second year application process.)
• A minority as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (i.e., African American, Asian American/Pacific Islander,
Hispanic/ Latino, Native American/Alaska Native and/or South Asian American)
• A U.S. citizen or a permanent resident
Tylenol Scholarships
Awarded based on academic excellence, exemplary leadership, community involvement, and dedication to a career of
caring for others.
The UK Fulbright Scholarship
Offers awards to students who aim to increase mutual understanding between the peoples of the United Kingdom and
the United States, through the exchange of persons, knowledge, and skills.
UNCF Scholarships and Grants
A series of scholarships which hold their own eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documents. In order to
apply for a UNCF Program Services Scholarship, you must apply through the online application process.
Fellowship/Scholarship Opportunities
The Yaver Scholarship
The new Joe and Agnete Yaver Memorial Scholarship is intended for those seeking an advanced degree that provides
“the business knowledge required to facilitate the advancement and application of optics and photonics research and
technology.” The scholarship is available to SPIE Members and staff seeking an advanced degree from an accredited
organizational management program, such as those awarding master’s degrees in non-profit management, business
administration (MBA), and technology management (MSTM).
