Apply For Fully Funded EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship, University Of Hawaii, USA 2023/2024

The East-West Center’s Graduate Degree Fellowship provides financing to master’s and doctoral students from Asia, the Pacific, and the United States. This assistance allows them to participate in educational, cultural, and leadership development projects at the East-West Centre while continuing their studies at the University of Hawai’i at Mnoa (UHM). Being an East-West Centre fellow at UHM entails more than just financial support; it also entails developing a feeling of community within the Asia-Pacific environment and preparing for future leadership responsibilities.

Graduate student fellows at EWC live together and participate in intellectual and social activities, establishing a distinct group dedicated to fostering an Asia-Pacific community. EWC graduate degree fellows form lasting friendships and connections within a network of individuals committed to driving positive change in the Asia Pacific region through activities such as team-building, leadership projects, internships, cultural exchange, learning about the Asia Pacific region, educational gatherings, and community service.

About University of Hawaii:

The University of Hawai’i, a prestigious institution nestled in the heart of the Pacific, offers a dynamic and culturally rich educational experience. Renowned for its diverse academic programs and cutting-edge research, UH provides students with a unique blend of traditional wisdom and modern innovation. With a strong commitment to fostering global understanding and addressing critical regional and global challenges, UH stands as a hub for cross-cultural collaboration, environmental sustainability, and exploration of the Asia-Pacific region. Students at UH benefit from a supportive and inclusive community, world-class faculty, and access to unparalleled natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for academic excellence and personal growth.

Degree Level:

Fully Funded EWC Graduate Degree Fellowship, University of Hawaii, USA. is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at University of Hawaii.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

All Subjects

Scholarship Benefits:

The graduate degree fellowship covers the cost of general tuition and fees for UHM graduate programs, books, housing in an East-West Center dormitory, and partial funding toward meals, health insurance, and incidental expenses. Funding for field study and conference presentations is offered on a competitive basis during the fellow’s period of study.

Eligible Nationalities:

The East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship invites applications from:

Citizens or permanent residents of the United States
Citizens of countries in the Pacific and Asia, including Russia

Priority in the student selection process is given to applicants with a demonstrated commitment to the Asia Pacific region.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must be nationals of one of the countries listed on the East-West Center website.
Applicants must have an offer of admission to a master’s or PhD program at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.
Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree or its equivalent with a good academic record.
Applicants must have two years of full-time professional experience at the time of application.
Applicants must have oral and written skills in English.
Applicants must be no older than 35 years old, unless they are applying for a program that is appropriate for senior officials and managers, in which case the age limit may be 45 years old.
Applicants must be in good health.
Applicants must agree to return to their home country after completing their degree.

In addition to these criteria, applicants may also be asked to provide letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and transcripts from their undergraduate and graduate studies.