Duke University Karsh International Scholarship , USA (Full Tuition, Living Costs and Summer Funding)

The Karsh International Scholarship Program was founded in honor of the contributions international scholars make to Duke University, funded by a donation from Martha L. and Bruce A. Karsh. Duke University describes Karsh International Scholars as an internationally engaged cohort that promotes interdisciplinary inquiry, academic research, and scholarship in the service of society.

Karsh International Scholars comprise international students. Duke University states that international applicants must have demonstrated financial need to be eligible for the scholarship. The page also notes the current cohort includes students from multiple countries.

To apply, Duke University states that applicants must apply to Duke University and request financial aid, with no separate application. Duke University describes strong academic preparation and documented need for financial aid as key to being a good candidate.

• Applicant must be an international student for this scholarship. (Yes, citizen of any country outside the U.S. be considered.)
• Dual U.S./other country citizenship is not eligible.
• Applicant must not already have a B.A. or B.S. degree.
• Applicant must have demonstrated financial need to be eligible.
• Applicant must apply to Duke University and request financial aid.
• Applicant must complete Duke financial aid forms.
• Applying to Duke University and requesting financial aid is required; there is no separate application.
• Nomination for this scholarship is not available.

• Tuition
• Room and board
• Mandatory fees
• Demonstrated need that exceeds the costs covered above
• Three summers of funding for research, unpaid internships, and other opportunities that will advance the academic career

1. Apply to Duke University.
2. Request financial aid as part of the Duke application process.
3. Complete the financial aid forms (Duke financial aid forms are available online).

• Financial aid forms