Host Country: United States of America
City: Stanford, California
University: Stanford University
Scholarship Name: Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
Overview of the Program :
- Annual Number of Recipients: Up to 100 graduate students worldwide
- Program Mission: To nurture the next generation of innovative leaders who can address global issues through interdisciplinary collaboration
- Learning Environment: Diverse cultural and academic community, bringing together students from all Stanford graduate schools
- Beyond Academics: Includes leadership training, global networking events, workshops on entrepreneurship, and critical thinking skills development
What the Scholarship Covers :
- Tuition Fees: Fully covered for the entire duration of study
- Application Fees: Waived for scholarship applicants
- Monthly Stipend: Provided to support living expenses
- Accommodation: Free housing either on or near campus
- Local Transportation: Included in the scholarship benefits
- Travel Expenses: Round-trip airfare to and from Stanford covered annually
- Conference Participation: Funding provided to attend international academic conferences
Eligible Study Levels :
Master’s Degree
Doctoral Degree (PhD)
Fields of Study Covered :
Graduate School of Education
School of Medicine
Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences
Law School
Graduate School of Business
Biological Sciences and Medicine
Engineering
Humanities and Social Sciences
All other disciplines offered by Stanford University
Who Can Apply :
Eligible Countries: Open globally, including all Arab countries such as Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt, Sudan, Mauritania, Djibouti, Somalia, Comoros, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Iraq, Palestine, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, UAE, Oman
Also Open to : Applicants from Every Other Country Worldwide
Eligibility Requirements :
Degree Completion Date: Must have earned a bachelor’s degree in January 2019 or later
Admission to Stanford: Recommended to secure before applying for the scholarship
Application Fees: May apply when submitting to the university, but not for the scholarship itself
Required Documents :
- Proof of Admission to a Stanford Graduate Program
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Official Degree Certificate and Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose or Motivation Letter
- Copy of Passport
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- English Language Proficiency Certificate (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS)
How to Apply :
Application Portal: Submit applications through the official Knight-Hennessy Scholars website
Application Fee for Scholarship: None
Upload all : required documents online
Application Deadline :
Final Date to Apply: October 8, 2025
FAQs :
Are there any application fees for the scholarship?
There is no application fee for the scholarship itself, but fees may apply when submitting your university admission application.
What documents do I need to submit?
Admission letter from Stanford, CV, degree certificate and transcripts, statement of purpose, passport copy, two recommendation letters, and English proficiency certificate.
When is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline is October 8, 2025.
How do I apply for the Knight-Hennessy Scholarship?
Apply online through the official Knight-Hennessy Scholars website by submitting all required documents.
Can I Apply if I completed my bachelor’s degree before 2019?
No, applicants must have completed their bachelor’s degree in January 2019 or later.