» Marshall Scholarships

Purpose:

To foster and enhance American and British relations.

Requirements: 

  • U.S. citizens who hold a first degree from an accredited U.S. university
  • Minimum GPA of 3.7
  • Wish to pursue a graduate degree at a university in the United Kingdom

Candidate Profile:

In appointing scholars the selectors will look for candidates who have the potential to excel as scholars, as leaders and as contributors to improved UK-US understanding. Assessment will be based on academic merit, leadership potential and ambassadorial potential.

Award: 

Covers University fees, cost of living expenses, annual book grant, thesis grant, research and daily travel grants, fares to and from the United States, and, where applicable, a contribution towards the support of a dependent spouse.  Typical award is in excess of $30,000.

Types of Awards:

One Year Marshall Scholarship that cannot be extended; Two Year Marshall Scholarships may be extended for an additional year.

Number of Awards:

Up to 40 Scholarships awarded annually.

Deadline:

September

Website:

http://www.marshallscholarship.org/