The 2025 Fully Funded East West Center Graduate Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity for students from Asia, the Pacific, and the United States to pursue graduate studies at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
Administered by the East-West Center, this scholarship aims to promote cooperation, understanding, and leadership among students from these regions. It helps foster academic excellence and cultural exchange, while also preparing students to tackle critical regional and global challenges.
Scholarship Benefits:
The East West Center Graduate Scholarship provides financial support for up to 24 months of study, covering:
- Tuition fees
- Housing
- A modest stipend for living expenses
- Funding for books and materials
In addition to financial support, the scholarship emphasizes community and intercultural engagement. Recipients participate in seminars, workshops, and conferences that focus on important issues like regional security, economic development, environmental sustainability, and social justice. These activities provide a platform for students from different cultural backgrounds to collaborate and address global challenges.
Leadership Development:
The scholarship encourages leadership development by offering scholars opportunities to take on leadership roles within the center. Scholars are also encouraged to engage in community service, helping them develop into change-makers in their fields and regions.
Networking Opportunities:
Students who receive the East-West Center Graduate Scholarship become part of a diverse network of scholars and professionals across the Asia-Pacific region and the United States. This network provides opportunities for lasting professional relationships and collaborations that continue long after the scholarship period.
Eligibility Criteria:
To apply for the East-West Center Graduate Scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen or national of the United States, Pacific Region, Southeast Asia, South Asia, or East Asia.
- Have a four-year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution (or equivalent from a US college or university).
- Have a minimum 3.00 GPA out of 4.00 in their most recent four to six semesters of study.
Required Documents:
To apply, candidates must prepare the following documents:
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL).
- Completed application checklist.
- Transcripts of previous academic degrees.
- Letter of references.
- Passport.
- Curriculum vitae (CV).
- Civic engagement letter (if applicable).
How to Apply:
- Submit your application to the University of Hawai‘i by December 1, 2024.
- The University of Hawai‘i online application system opens on August 1 each year for the following year’s admissions.
- Ensure that all supporting documents, including those for both your UH admissions and East-West Center application, are submitted by January 10, even if the UH department has a later deadline.
- After submitting your application, check your email for a confirmation and follow further instructions.
Application Deadline:
The application deadline is December 1, 2024.
For more information and to apply, visit the official website.
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This fully funded scholarship offers a unique opportunity for students to receive an excellent education while engaging in meaningful cross-cultural collaboration and leadership development.
