International Undergraduate Student Scholarship
The International Undergraduate Student Scholarships (IUSS), as awarded by the Office of International Programs, are intended to help defray the cost of Non-Resident (out of state) Tuition/Fees at The University of Mississippi for international applicants. A limited number of IUSS-awards are available each year. IUSS-awards are primarily awarded to entering freshman (first-year students).To be considered for the IUSS-award, applicants must have applied for admission and be admitted to the University of Mississippi as a degree-seeking undergraduate student prior to March 1 (for Fall semester IUSS-awards) or October 1 (for Spring semester IUSS-awards), have submitted a fully completed International Undergraduate Student Scholarship Application by March 1 (for Fall semester IUSS-awards) or October 1 (for Spring semester IUSS-awards), have a US-equivalent grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.00/4.00 on all academic work completed whether at the secondary or tertiary educational levels, have submitted financial documentation showing fiscal capacity to cover at least- the cost of all living expenses, books as well as the cost of Resident (in-state) tuition.
To retain the International Undergraduate Student Scholarship, students must be full-time enrolled and retain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.00 during each semester of enrollment. IUSS-awards are renewable each year and are available for a maximum of four years or eight full-time, continuous regular (i.e. Fall and Spring) semesters as an undergraduate student.
The International Undergraduate Student Scholarship application is available at:
International Undergraduate Student Scholarship Application
Please note that IUSS may not be awarded to international students admitted to graduate (master's or doctoral) studies, to students applying to or enrolled in the Intensive English Language Program, or to non-degree, Exchange or Visiting undergraduate students. The submission of an International Undergraduate Student Scholarship Application does not guarantee an IUSS-award. International applicants/students are considered those holding a temporary visa status during their studies at The University of Mississippi, and who do not hold US citizenship or US permanent resident status.
The Non-Resident IUSS-award generally ranges in the amount (estimated) of approx. US $7,900.* per academic year.
The cost of living expenses, books, Resident (in-state) tuition, etc. is calculated (estimated) as at least US $16,800. * per year.
* Amounts subject to change without notice.
University of Mississippi Academic Excellence Scholarships (AES)
Criteria for Academic Excellence ScholarshipsAES 1 – SAT 1170 to 1230 (or ACT 26 – 27) and 3.00 GPA--$1250 per year awarded, plus an additional $2000 towards non-resident tuition
AES 2 - SAT 1240 to 1310 (or ACT 28 – 29) and 3.00 GPA--$2000 per year awarded, plus an additional $4000 towards non-resident tuition
AES 3 - SAT 1320 to 1400 (or ACT 30 – 31) and 3.00 GPA --$2750 per year awarded, plus an additional $4000 towards non-resident tuition
AES 4 – SAT 1410 and above (or ACT 32 and above) and 3.00 GPA --$5000 per year awarded, plus an additional $7938 towards non-resident tuition
Academic Excellence Scholarships are awarded only to entering freshman (first-year students) with no more than 11 credit hours of college-level coursework or A-level exam college credit. The scholarships are awarded based on Official SAT or ACT test scores and cumulative Grade Point Average. (SAT scores' assessment includes those scores earned on Critical Reading and Math only)
To retain Academic Excellence Scholarships, students must maintain an overall cumulative average of at least 3.00 GPA for the freshman year and a 3.20 thereafter. Academic Excellence Scholarships are available for a maximum of four years or eight full-time, continuous regular semesters as an undergraduate student.
All students who apply to the University as an Undergraduate International Student and who meet the criteria for the Academic Excellence Scholarship will be considered for the scholarships. Submitting an Undergraduate Application for Admissions in no way guarantees financial aid.
Croft International Studies Scholarships
A limited number of scholarships are offered by the Croft Institute for International Studies at The University of Mississippi to international undergraduates pursuing the International Studies major. First priority will be given to eligible freshmen and sophomores.All applicants for admission to the Croft Institute for International Studies program are considered for the Croft International Studies Scholarship. Undergraduate students must be apply and be admitted to both undergraduate admissions and the Croft Institute for International Studies to enter the International Studies Program. The Croft International Studies Application deadline for the fall semester is February 1.
For more application and scholarship information contact:
Croft Institute for International Studies
The University of Mississippi
304 Croft Institute
University, Mississippi 38677 USA
Phone: 662-915-1500
Fax: 662-915-1504
E mail: croft@olemiss.edu
Web: http://www.croft.olemiss.edu
Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honor’s College Scholarships
Two special scholarship opportunities are available only to students enrolled in the Honors College. All applicants for admission to the Honors College are considered for the Honors College Scholarships. Undergraduate students must apply and be admitted to both undergraduate admissions and the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College to enter the Honors College. The Honors College Application deadline for the fall semester is February 1.- Donald S. Pichitino Scholarships, six annual awards valued at $24,000 ($6,000 per year) open to all applicants
- Harold Parker Memorial Scholarships, two annual awards valued at $24,000 ($6,000 per year) open to all applicants
The Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College
Honors College, Room 105
P.O. Box 1848
University, MS 38677-1848
Phone : 662.915.7294
Fax : 662.915.7739
E-mail : honors@olemiss.edu
Web: http://www.honors.olemiss.edu/
Other University of Mississippi Scholarships for Undergraduates
- Accountancy Scholarships – Roger and Susie Frou Scholarship and McCarty Scholarship Award: $12,000 ($3000 per academic year)Eligibility: Entering freshmen and transfer students who are actively pursuing degrees in accountancy. Strong academic and leadership record considered.How to apply: Complete the Accountancy Scholarship Application - Application Form Deadline to apply: FebruaryFor more information:School of Accountancy, 662 915-7468 or http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/accountancy/
- Engineering Scholarships Eligible International students pursuing an undergraduate professional engineering degree program (not general engineering) or computer science may apply for a limited number of engineering scholarships offered through the Office of the Dean, School of Engineering. Students must be 1st time admitted freshman, and under the category of VISA type - permanent resident or resident alien as verified by the Registrar and Department of Admissions. Early consideration is February 1st, and absolute end date for consideration is April 30th for the next academic year.Engineering Scholarship Information: Engineering Scholarship
- Community/ Junior College Leadership Award - Transfer Scholarship Award: $1000 (for first year at UM only)Eligibility: Transfer students from U.S. Community Colleges or Junior Colleges with at least a 3.0 GPA and at least 60 transferrable community college credit hours and an exemplary record of leadership and service.How to apply: Send resume and letter of interest to:Community College Admissions CounselorUndergraduate Admissions145 MartindaleP.O. Box 1848University, MS 38677Deadline to apply: April 1For more information:Office of Admissions, admissions@olemiss.edu or www.olemiss.edu/admissions/
- Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship – Community/Junior College Transfer Scholarship Award: $3000 ($1500 per year for two years)Eligibility: Transfer students from U.S. Community Colleges or Junior Colleges with at least a 3.5 GPA and at least 48 transferrable community college credit hours and membership in Phi Theta Kappa honor society.How to apply: No separate application is required. Phi Theta Kappa will be indicated on your official transcript/mark sheet from your Community/Junior College.For more information:Office of Financial Aid, finaid@olemiss.edu or http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/financial_aid/
- Nonresident Alumni Scholarship Eligibility: Non-resident students whose parent(s) received a degree from the University of Mississippi or who attended at least six regular semesters at the University of Mississippi.* (Note: Funds are per parent and are awarded for each parent that received a degree from the University of Mississippi).Students entering the university for the first time in 2010-2011.$2000 -- These students will receive $2000/year/parent for their 8 semesters as long as they meet the terms and conditions of the scholarship. Students entering the University for the first time in 2011-2012.$2500 -- These students will receive $2500/year/parent for their 8 semesters as long as they meet the terms and conditions of the scholarship. Students entering the University for the first time in 2012-2013.$3000 -- These students will receive $3000/year/parent for their 8 semesters as long as they meet the terms and conditions of the scholarship. Grad/Law students will no longer be eligible for the Non-Resident Alumni Scholarship beginning 2010-2011 year.* For the 2011-2012 year, parents must have graduated/received a degree in order to qualify. (We will no longer accept six semesters of work to be considered alumni.)How to apply: Application (PDF format) may be printed from the Office of Financial Aid web site.For more information:Office of Financial Aid, finaid@olemiss.edu or http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/financial_aid/
- Child of Faculty or Staff Award: One half tuition per semester (full tuition per semester for those children of parents employed before July 1, 1977) Eligibility: Students whose parents are full-time, permanent employees of The University of Mississippi Main Campus and/or its branch campuses.How to apply: Print the application (PDF format) and submit to the Office of Financial AidFor more information:Office of Financial Aid, finaid@olemiss.edu or http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/financial_aid/
- Chancellor’s Leadership Class Scholarship Award: $1000 (first year only; not awardable to students with any other academic scholarships) Eligibility: Entering freshmen (first-year students) demonstrating strong leadership. Must be both nominated by school official and selected by University committee.How to apply: School official (either from secondary/high school) must nominate student. Official can obtain nomination form from Office of Admissions.Deadline: March 15For more information: Office of Admissions, admissions@olemiss.edu or http://www.olemiss.edu/admissions/
- Chancellor’s Scholarship – For Currently Enrolled University of Mississippi Students Award: $500 per yearEligibility: Students who have completed 24 hours or more at the University of Mississippi with a 3.5 GPA or higher.How to apply: The Chancellor’s Scholarship application is available in August from the Office of Financial Aid.Deadline: October 16For more information:Office of Financial Aid, finaid@olemiss.edu or http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/financial_aid/
External International Scholarships
One great resource for international scholarships offered outside of the University of Mississippi is the International Education Financial Aid International Scholarship Search.The following scholarships are offered by external agencies and are available to non-U.S. Residents. This database was compiled by the National Scholarships Office at the University of Maryland http://www.scholarships.umd.edu/internationalstudent.html
- A. Patrick Charnon Memorial Scholarship Full-time undergraduate students enrolled in a four-year college in the U.S. Each scholarship carries a stipend of $1,500 per academic year. Recipients may re-apply each year for up to four years, provided they continue to meet the requirements of the award. Applications accepted January 15 - August 1.
- All-USA College Academic Team Recognition program for exceptional full-time undergraduates at four-year institutions in the USA and its territories.
- Allen Lee Hughes Fellowship Individuals interested in artistic and technical production, arts administration and community engagement. Fellowship provides a modest stipend. Deadline: April 1.
- Amelia Earhart Fellowships (Zonta International Foundation) Women of any nationality with a superior academic record and a bachelor's degree in science or engineering. Fellowships carry a stipend of $6,000; approximately 35 are awarded annually. Deadline: mid November.
- American Association for University Women - International Fellowships Full-time study or research to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and postgraduate study at accredited institutions are supported. Deadline: December 1.
- American Scandinavian Foundation Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway or Sweden citizens for study or research programs (usually at the graduate level) in the United States for up to one year. Awards are made in all fields.
- Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program Citizens of ADB's developing member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region. The ADB-JSP provides full scholarships for one to two years.
- Asian Cultural Council Individual fellowship grants to artists, scholars, students, and specialists from Asia for study, research, travel and creative work in the United States. Deadlines vary.
- Association for Women in Science Educational Foundation Female students enrolled in a behavioral, life, physical, or social science or engineering program leading to a Ph.D. degree. Graduate fellowships in the amount of $1,000 are awarded each year. Deadline: January
- Bibliographical Society of America Fellowship Program Short-term fellowship program supporting bibliographical inquiry as well as research in the history of the book trades and in publishing history. Deadline: December.
- Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Junior Fellow Program Year long paid internship for graduating seniors interested in careers in international affairs. Internship is at the Carnegie Endowment for World Peace in Washington, DC. Deadline: January 15
- Canon Collins Educational Trust Full scholarship for nationals from Southern African countries South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Angola and Mozambique) who wish to pursue a postgraduate degree (normally a one year Master's degree) in either the United Kingdom or southern Africa. Application Deadlines: for the United Kingdom: March 15th each year; for Southern Africa, August 12th each year
- Chevening Scholarship Program Three different scholarship schemes for postgraduate study in the United Kingdom. For students from selected countries. Eligible for all fields of study. Deadlines vary depending on country.
- Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program Designed to engage graduate science, engineering, medical, veterinary, business, and law students in the analysis that informs the creation of science and technology policy and to familiarize them with the interactions of science, technology, and government.
- Cosmos Club Foundation Grants in Aid to Young Scholars $1,500 - $3,000 grants to meet specific research needs not covered by other supporting funds (eg. small items of equipment (ordinarily expendable), special supplies, travel to research facilities or to attend relevant meetings, etc.) Applicants must be enrolled in a program leading to a graduate degree (Masters or Doctoral) in a member institution of the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area. Deadline: November.
- Commonwealth Scholarship Commonwealth citizens to pursue postgraduate study or doctoral study at Commonwealth universities. Deadlines vary by country.
- DAAD Annual Grants Undergraduate scholarships to study in the Federal Republic of Germany. Foreign nationals are eligible if they are attending a US institution for their undergraduate degree. Applications in all fields are accepted, with the exception of dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine.
- Davis-Putter Scholarships Need-based grants (up to $6,000) to undergraduate or graduate students actively working for peace and justice on campus and/or in the community.
- Echoing Green Public Service Fellowships Funding to conduct public service projects anywhere in the world. For up to two years of support.
- Edmund S. Muskie Ph.D. Fellowship Twenty-two fellowships for doctoral-level programs in business administration, economics, public administration, and public policy. For citizens of Georgia, Russia or Ukraine.
- Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay contest for full-time juniors or seniors. Prizes range from $500 - $5,000. Deadline: December.
- Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant for Artists $10,000 (Canadian) award for talented artists. No age limit. Not for those pursuing abstract or nonrepresentational art.
- Environmental Research and Education Foundation This scholarship recognizes excellence in Ph.D. or post-doctoral environmental research and education. Deadline: August 1.
- Eurasian Undergraduate Exchange Program (UGRAD) Fellowships to first-, second-, and third-year undergraduate students from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russian Federation, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan. This program supports one year of non-degree undergraduate study in the United States in the fields of accounting, agriculture, American studies, business, computer science, criminal justice, economics, education, environmental management, hospitality management, international relations, journalism and mass communication, law, political science, psychology, and sociology. Deadline: November.
- Exploration Fund of the Explorers Club $1,200 grants in support of exploration and field research. Funds given primarily to graduate students.
- Fulbright Educational exchanges that strengthen understanding and communication between the United States and over students from 140 countries. Students interested in applying for the Fulbright Student Program must apply through the Fulbright Program Office in their home country.
- Gates Cambridge Scholarships One to three years of study in any discipline at Cambridge University. Candidates apply directly through Cambridge. Deadline: mid to late October.
- Glamour Magazine’s Top Ten College Women Competition $1,500 cash award to outstanding juniors. Contact: ttcw@glamour.com for more information.
- Goldman Sachs Global Leaders Program $3,000 award for 100 outstanding second year college students in any field of study.
- Hellenic Times Scholarship Fund For undergraduate and graduate students of Greek descent, between the ages of 17 and 25. Deadline: January.
- Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowships Internship opportunity for college graduates to serve 6 – 9 months with a participating organization of their choice in Washington DC. Deadlines vary.
- Humane Studies Fellowships For undergraduate and graduate students interested in the classical liberal/libertarian tradition of individual rights and market economies. More than 100 fellowships up to $12,000 are awarded annually. Deadline: late December.
- Inter American Press Association (IAPA) Scholarship For young journalists and journalism school graduates from Canada, Latin America, the Caribbean and the United States. Deadline: December 31.
- International Dissertation Field Research Fellowships Up to 50 fellowships to support social scientists and humanists conducting dissertation field research in all areas and regions of the world.
- IREX Small Grants Fund for the Middle East and North Africa Grants between $2,500 and $10,000 for projects to support civil society organizations, education professionals, media, and journalists in the Middle East and North Africa. Deadline: June.
- ISA Educational Foundation Scholarships Various scholarships for students in the fields of automation and control. Deadline: February.
- J. W. Saxe Memorial Fund Annual $1,000 scholarship to one or more undergraduate or graduate students working in public service. Deadline: March.
- Jack Kent Cooke Graduate Scholarships Graduating seniors or recent alumni. Open to all fields of study at any accredited university in the US or abroad. Award is up to $50,000 per year for up to 6 years. Deadline: late April.
- Japan-IMF Scholarship Program for Advanced Studies Nationals of IMF Asian member countries interested in studying for their doctorates in economics in order to work in an international financial institution (such as the IMF or the World Bank) or in their home administrations. Deadline: December 31.
- John Bayliss Radio Scholarship 15 Scholarships for juniors, seniors and graduate level students majoring in Broadcast Communications. Deadline: March.
- Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Regular Program For individuals from World Bank member countries to undertake graduate studies at any university located in a World Bank member country except their own. Suggested fields of study: economics, public administration, finance, planning, health, population, agriculture, infrastructure, information systems and aquatic resources (provided that the focus of study is on public policy aspects of these fields), environment and natural resource management, education, and other development-related subjects. Deadline: March 31.
- Josephine de Karman Scholarships $16,000 scholarship to support either the final year of study for juniors or for PhD candidates with ABD status. Deadline: late January.
- Kate Neal Kinley Memorial Fellowship Annual fellowship for advanced study of Fine Arts in the U.S. or abroad, to enhance professional standing or to finance a special project. Preference for candidates under 25 years. There are three fellowships of $7,500 each in art, architecture or music; an additional music fellowship for $15,000; and up to three alternate awards of up to $1,000 each. Deadline: mid January.
- King Faisal Foundation Scholarship Funding opportunity for Muslim students in Medicine, Engineering, and sciences (Physics, Chemistry, and Geology) to study at an accredited European or North American university.
- Microsoft Scholarships Four types of scholarships for undergraduate students interested in computer science and related technical disciplines. One year award for students attending institutions in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. All recipients of a scholarship will be required to complete a salaried summer internship of 12 weeks or more at Microsoft Corporation in Redmond, Washington. Deadline: mid January.
- Nelson Mandela Scholarships Up to 14 scholarships offered for disadvantaged South African students to pursue post graduate study in the United Kingdom. Deadline: mid November.Olive W. Garvey Fellowships Biennial award to outstanding college students around the world through a competitive essay contest on the meaning and significance of economic and personal liberty. Awards range from $1,000 - $2,500. Deadline: May
- Organization of American States (OAS) Fellowships For graduate study or research in any field except medical sciences or introductory language study. Deadlines vary.
- Overseas Research Students Award Scheme Funding to pay the difference between international student fees and home EU fees for international students at UK institutions.
- Peace Scholar Dissertation Fellowship Supports doctoral dissertations that explore the sources and nature of international conflict, and strategies to prevent or end conflict and to sustain peace. Citizens of all countries are eligible, but must be enrolled in an accredited college or university in the United States. Deadline: January.
- Rhodes Scholarships for Non-U.S. Citizens One to three years of study at Oxford University for citizens of Australia, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Canada, Commonwealth Caribbean and Jamaica, Germany, Hong Kong, India Kenya, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Singapore, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Open to all fields. Deadlines vary.
- The Roothbert Fund Scholarship Program Approximately 20 ($2,000-$3,000) awards are offered to students in the U.S. in need of financial aid to further their education at the undergraduate or graduate level. Deadline: early February.
- Rotary Peace Scholarships Funding to support two-year master's-level degree program at one of the Rotary Centers for International Studies. Seventy scholarships are offered worldwide. Deadlines vary by Rotary district.
- Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarships One year study abroad opportunity in any discipline in over 160 countries worldwide. Deadlines vary by district.
- Russian Young Leadership Fellows for Public Service Program One year of non- degree academic study at leading universities and colleges throughout the United States. Fellows concentrate on community, governmental, or corporate affairs.
- Samuel Huntington Public Service Fellowship Award Annual stipend of $10,000 for a graduating college senior to pursue public service anywhere in the world. Deadline: mid February.
- Seaspace Scholarships Supports marine-related courses of study for undergraduate students entering their junior or senior years and graduate students with an overall GPA of at least 3.3/4.0 and demonstrating financial need. Deadline: February.
- Society of Women Engineers Various awards for women pursuing baccalaureate or graduate degrees in engineering or computer science, as well as engineering and computer science students enrolled in ABET-accredited engineering programs. Deadlines vary.
- South Pacific and East Timor Scholarship Programs Two special degree study programs for citizens of South Pacific nations and East Timor. Scholarships are awarded for undergraduate degree study. Priority is given to applicants seeking degrees that address national development needs.
- Smithsonian Fellowships Unless noted otherwise, all Smithsonian fellowships (graduate, pre-doctoral, post-doctoral, senior) opportunities are open to non-US citizens. Deadlines vary.
- Spencer Foundation Dissertation Fellowship Candidates for the doctoral degree at a graduate school within the United States are eligible. Deadline: November 1.
- Student Academy Awards Awards and cash grants offered for student films. Deadline: April.
- Swiss Benevolent Society of New York Scholarships Merit based awards for study at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels both in the U.S. and abroad. Deadline: March.
- UNESCO/Keizo Obuchi Fellowships Young researchers with advanced degrees (M.A., M.Sc. or equivalent) from developing countries majoring in one of four areas: environment, intercultural dialogue, information and communication technologies, and peaceful conflict resolution.
- Winston Foundation for World Peace Fellowships Support undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in cooperative security, conflict resolution, and disarmament. Fellows design their own projects, usually involving public education, media outreach, grassroots organizing, or another active approach to issues of cooperative security, nuclear arms control, conventional arms transfers, demilitarization, democracy building, conflict resolution, and the like. Applicants are expected to work full-time with a non-profit organization. A $300/week stipend is provided for the duration of the project, which lasts from 2-4 months.Information and application materials:Contact: winstonfoun@igc.apc.orgWrite: Winston Foundation Fellowships2040 S Street NWSuite 201Washington, DC 20009-1157Phone: 202-483-4215
- Worldstudio AIGA Scholarships Undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in the fine or commercial arts, design or architecture. Deadline: March.
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