The McDonnell International Scholarship offers a generous financial package to support graduate and professional degree studies at Washington University in St. Louis, USA. The 2026 McDonnell International Scholars Academy covers full tuition, a monthly living stipend, a relocation expense allowance and travel allowance for all selected candidates.

Eligibility: 

To be considered for the 2026 McDonnell International Scholars Academy;

• Applicants must apply to an eligible Washington University doctoral or master’s degree program.
• Application to the McDonnell Academy is separate from and in addition to an application to a graduate degree program at Washington University in St. Louis. Applicants must apply separately to both the McDonnell Academy and the WashU doctoral or master’s program. 

• Applicants must have earned or plan to earn a bachelor’s degree or higher before the end of the 2025-26 academic year (July 2026).
• This fellowship is not available for undergraduate studies.
• Applicants from all countries are welcome. However, priority is given to international graduate candidates who are graduates of one of the Academy’s Partner Universities.

Value: 

McDonnell Scholars receive both financial and programmatic support, including:

• full tuition and a monthly living stipend;
• a relocation expense allowance and travel allowance;
• opportunity to reside in private, modern cohort housing within walking distance to campus, and;
• multifaceted instruction, cultural experiences, dedicated mentorship, and an expansive worldwide network of students and alumni.

Deadline: January 31, 2026
Type: Postgraduate
Host Country: USA