2026 East-West Center Graduate Scholarship, USA | Fully Funded Opportunity
The East-West Center (EWC) Graduate Degree Fellowship is a fully funded scholarship for international students seeking to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees at the University of Hawaii at Manoa in the United States. This prestigious fellowship offers a unique opportunity for students from Asia-Pacific countries and the US to engage in cross-cultural learning and community building.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of eligible countries, including the US, Pacific Region, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Asia
- Education: A four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a US college or university is required
- GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is necessary
- English Proficiency: IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo English Test scores are required, unless the applicant’s academic program was in a country where English is the primary language
Benefits:
- Full Tuition Coverage: tuition fees are fully covered
- Free Accommodation: housing in EWC dormitories is provided
- Health Insurance: comprehensive health insurance is included
- Meal Allowance: partial funding for meals is available
- Stipend: a stipend for living expenses is provided
- Books and Materials: an allowance for books and educational materials is included
- Travel Expenses: funding for travel-related expenses is available
Application Process:
- Apply to the University of Hawaii: submit an application to the University of Hawaii at Manoa by December 1, 2025
- Prepare Required Documents: gather necessary documents, including:
– Curriculum vitae or resume
– Application acknowledgment
– Passport bio page
– Official transcripts
– Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo)
– Letters of recommendation
- Submit Documents: submit required documents to the East-West Center by January 10, 2026
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
- Document Submission Deadline: January 10, 2026
Eligible Countries:
- United States
- Pacific Region: American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, and more
- Southeast Asia: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, and more
- South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, and more
- East Asia: China, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Mongolia, and more
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