2027 EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship in USA
Introduction
The 2027 EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship is a fully funded opportunity for eligible graduate students from the Asia-Pacific region and the United States to pursue Master's or doctoral studies at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. The fellowship combines graduate education with cultural exchange, leadership development, and community activities.
Scholarship Overview
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| University | University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa |
| Degree Level | Master’s and PhD |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
About the Scholarship
The East-West Center (EWC) Graduate Degree Fellowship provides financial support for eligible graduate students from the Asia-Pacific region and the United States who wish to pursue graduate studies at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. Alongside academic study, fellows take part in cultural exchange, residential community activities, and leadership development.
Selected fellows join a diverse international community and participate in academic, social, and professional activities that encourage connections across the Asia-Pacific region. The fellowship is suited to applicants who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership potential, community engagement, and an interest in regional cooperation and cross-cultural understanding.
Scholarship Benefits
- Funding for graduate tuition and required educational costs.
- Accommodation support.
- Health insurance.
- Allowances for meals and other living expenses.
- Participation in educational, cultural, and leadership development activities.
- Opportunities to live and interact with other EWC fellows from different countries and backgrounds.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of an eligible country or region covered by the EWC fellowship.
- Hold a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Meet the minimum academic requirements specified by the fellowship and the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
- Apply for an eligible graduate program at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
- Meet applicable English-language proficiency requirements.
- Demonstrate academic ability, leadership potential, and engagement with their communities.
Required Documents
- Academic transcripts.
- Proof of English-language proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL where required.
- Letters of recommendation.
- Curriculum vitae or résumé.
- Passport or identification document.
- Civic engagement or community involvement information.
- University admission application materials.
- Other documents required by the University of Hawaiʻi or the EWC fellowship application.
How to Apply
- Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
- Review the EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship requirements and identify an eligible graduate program at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
- Prepare the required academic, personal, and supporting documents.
- Complete the EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship application.
- Separately apply for admission to an eligible graduate program at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
- Complete any applicable university and departmental admission requirements according to their respective deadlines.
- Submit the EWC fellowship application and all required supporting information before the December 1, 2026 deadline.
