Washington University McDonnell international scholarship

The Washington University McDonnell international scholarship is an educational grant offered by Washington University to support students pursuing graduate and professional degree programmes. The scholarship programme aims to develop future global leaders who will contribute to solving major global challenges by providing full financial support, leadership training, and mentorship.

Washington University

Washington University is a leading private university located at the heart of St. Louis, America. It is known for its strong academic programmes and global partnerships. Through the McDonnell International Scholars Academy, the university supports talented students from around the world and provides leadership development, academic training, and international networking opportunities.

Scholarship benefits

The McDonnell international scholarship comes with numerous benefits including:

1. Full tuition fees coverage
2. Monthly living stipend
3. Travel allowance
4. Relocation expense support
5. Accommodation support and access to student housing
6. Leadership training, mentorship, and networking opportunities

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Washington University McDonnell international scholarship, applicants must:

1. Apply for an eligible master’s or doctoral programme at Washington University
2. Have completed or be completing a bachelor’s degree before the programme begins
3. Demonstrate strong academic performance
4. Show leadership potential and global interest
5. Be willing to participate in leadership and development activities

Required documents

• Completed scholarship application form
• Personal essay
• Recommendation letter
• Academic transcripts
• Additional supporting materials as required

How to apply

1. Interested applicants can apply for the Washington University McDonnell international scholarship by first applying to an eligible graduate programme at Washington University in St. Louis.
2. After that applicants can proceed to completing the McDonnell Scholars Academy application and submit all required documents through the official application portal.

Note: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further review.

Application deadline

The application deadline is January 31, 2026.

For more details visit the Washington University McDonnell international scholarship website.