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American University
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
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For high-achieving international students pursuing a bachelor's degree in the U.S. and dedicated to civic and social change; intended for students returning home to improve under-resourced, underserved communities.
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Do I qualify
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- nationality all countries
- Not open to: citizenship U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, dual citizen of the U.S. and another country
- Not open to: enrolment enrolled in or already begun post-secondary studies at another university in the applicant's home country or …
- Not open to: career stage graduated secondary school before 2023
Preferences and flexible criteria (4)
- overcome obstacles and challenges; diverse and underrepresented global and socioeconomic backgrounds
- demonstrated commitment to leadership, volunteerism, community service, and advancing the needs of people in …
- language meet the university's English proficiency requirements
- career stage still enrolled in secondary or high school and graduating by June 2026
Not open to: U.S. citizen; U.S. permanent resident; dual citizen of the U.S. and another country; enrolled in or have already begun any post-secondary studies at another university in your home country or the United States; graduated secondary school earlier than 2023
- Who is eligible
- all countries
- Level of study
- Undergraduate
- Fields of study
- Any
What's covered Coverage unconfirmed
- Duration
- 3-4 years
- Host country
- United States
- Host institution
- American University, Washington DC, USA
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How to apply
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- Complete the AU EGLS application. Required
- Complete either a Common Application or a Coalition Application. Required
- Complete the international admissions process. Required
- Deadline
- Deadline unconfirmed
- Deadline notes
- Applications are currently closed.
- Application cycle
- 2026 application cycle
- Notes
- Applicants must complete the AU EGLS application, Common or Coalition Application, and international admissions process by the deadline.
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