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Washington University in St. Louis, a medium-sized, independent university, is dedicated to challenging its faculty and students alike to seek new knowledge and greater understanding of an ever-changing, multicultural world. The university has played an integral role in the history and continuing growth of St. Louis and benefits in turn from the wide array of social, cultural and recreational opportunities offered by the metropolitan area to its more than 2.8 million residents. The mission of Washington University in St. Louis is the promotion of learning — learning by students and by faculty. Teaching, the transmission of knowledge, is central to our mission, as is research, the creation of new knowledge.
The McDonnell International Fellowship 2026 at Washington University in St. Louis is a fully funded opportunity for outstanding international students pursuing Master’s or PhD studies. The program aims to develop a global network of future leaders and scholars dedicated to addressing world challenges. Fellows receive comprehensive financial support, leadership development, housing, mentorship, and access to an international community of alumni and partner universities.
Applicants must:
Apply to an eligible Washington University Master’s or Doctoral program.
Submit a separate application to the McDonnell International Scholars Academy.
Hold (or expect to hold) at least a Bachelor’s degree by July 2026.
Be applying for graduate-level study (not undergraduate).
Be open to applicants from all countries, with priority for graduates from Academy Partner Universities.
Applications are submitted online through:
The WashU Graduate Application Portal.
Include:
Personal essay
Short video
Recommendation letter
Must apply to both:
A WashU graduate program
The McDonnell Academy Fellowship
Deadline: January 31, 2026, 11:59 PM CST
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