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American Association of University Women
AAUW International Fellowship for Indian Students
AAUW International Fellowship funds graduate study in the USA for women. Here's who can apply, what it covers and how Indian students build a strong application.
- Graduate study in the USA for women
- A fellowship award for a year of study
- Applications usually close in November
- Application review
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Who can apply for the AAUW International Fellowship?
Women who are not US citizens or permanent residents. It covers a fellowship award for a year of study. Applications usually close in November.
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AAUW International Fellowship at a glance
- Provider
- American Association of University Women
- Level
- Graduate study in the USA for women
- Covers
- A fellowship award for a year of study
- Eligibility
- Women who are not US citizens or permanent residents
- Timeline
- Applications usually close in November
How to apply
Application steps
- 01
Check eligibility
Women who are not US citizens or permanent residents
- 02
Secure or apply for admission
Most scholarships in the USA need an admission or application in progress.
- 03
Prepare essays and references
Show how you'll contribute to women and girls in your home country.
- 04
Submit before the deadline
Applications usually close in November
Tips
Making your application stronger
Be specific
Show concrete achievements with numbers.
Link to impact
Explain how the study benefits your career and community in India.
Have a funding plan B
Line up an education loan in parallel in case the award is partial.
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A fellowship award for a year of study
Applications usually close in November. Check the official page for this year's dates.
Women who are not US citizens or permanent residents
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