Applications are open for the American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship 2027 in the USA.
The scholarship supports outstanding international students pursuing an undergraduate degree at American University in Washington, D.C. It is designed for students with strong academic records, leadership potential, and a demonstrated commitment to civic engagement and positive social change.
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship Summary
- Country: United States of America
- Host: American University
- Study Level: Undergraduate
- Eligible Students: International students
- Benefit: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 1 November 2026
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship Details
The AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship is intended for international students who combine academic excellence with leadership and a commitment to improving their communities.
The scholarship is particularly suited to students who have demonstrated leadership through community projects, volunteer activities, civic engagement, advocacy, entrepreneurship, or other initiatives and intend to use their education to contribute to underserved communities in their home countries.
The award is specifically an undergraduate scholarship and should not be confused with American University’s separate graduate financial aid opportunities.
Available Fields of Study
Applicants can pursue undergraduate programs across a wide range of disciplines at American University, including:
- Business
- Economics
- Computer Science
- International Relations
- Political Science
- Communication
- Journalism
- Public Health
- Environmental Studies
- Psychology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Data Science
- Sociology
- Education
- Arts and Humanities
Applicants should verify that their preferred program is available for the 2027–28 academic session.
Benefits
Selected applicants will receive:
- Full tuition coverage
- Room and board
- Renewable funding for up to four years of undergraduate study
- Access to the academic and professional opportunities available at American University
The scholarship does not cover every cost associated with studying in the USA. Applicants should plan separately for expenses such as health insurance, books, airfare, personal expenses, and other miscellaneous costs.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship, applicants should:
- Be an international student.
- Not be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or dual citizen with U.S. citizenship.
- Be applying for an undergraduate degree at American University.
- Demonstrate strong academic achievement.
- Demonstrate leadership potential.
- Show an interest in civic engagement and positive social change.
- Demonstrate a commitment to improving underserved communities.
- Meet American University’s undergraduate admission requirements.
- Meet the relevant secondary-school graduation and scholarship timing requirements.
- Submit all required application materials before the deadline.
Who Is Not Eligible?
Applicants may be ineligible if they:
- Are U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
- Hold dual citizenship that includes U.S. citizenship.
- Have already begun university studies in the United States.
- Have already begun university studies in their home country.
- Graduated from secondary school outside the scholarship’s specified graduation period.
Applicants should check the latest official requirements because eligibility conditions may change between application cycles.
Leadership Requirements
Leadership is an important component of the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship.
Applicants can demonstrate leadership through:
- Student organizations
- Community projects
- Volunteer initiatives
- Social campaigns
- Youth organizations
- Entrepreneurship
- Advocacy
- Public-service activities
- Community development projects
Strong applications should explain the problem addressed, actions taken, people reached, and measurable results, rather than simply listing leadership positions.
How to Apply
- Review the scholarship’s eligibility requirements.
- Explore American University’s undergraduate degree programs.
- Select a program that matches your academic interests and career goals.
- Prepare your academic records and other required application materials.
- Document your leadership activities, community projects, volunteer work, and social-impact initiatives.
- Explain how your education at American University will help you contribute to your community or home country.
- Complete the American University undergraduate admission application.
- Follow the scholarship-specific instructions for consideration for the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship.
- Submit your application and all required materials before 1 November 2026.
📋 Required Documents
- Secondary school academic records or transcripts
- Proof of secondary-school graduation or expected graduation
- Evidence of academic achievement
- Documents demonstrating leadership experience and community involvement
- Scholarship-specific application materials, as required
- Completed American University undergraduate application
- Any additional documents required by American University for undergraduate admission