American University International Student Merit Award

Award Amount
Application deadline
Awarded By:

American University

Number of Awards & Eligibility: The number of awards offered varies annually based on the number of qualified applicants. Merit award consideration is very competitive and the number of awards available is limited.
In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:
  1. This award is for international students.
  2. Must plan to enroll as a full-time student.
  3. Must be an incoming first-time freshman.
  4. Must plan to attend American University in Washington, D.C.

In order to qualify, students must meet the following criteria:

Description: This award is available for international students who are planning to attend American University. The student must display academic achievement and leadership potential.

Application requirements for the American University International Student Merit Award are:

  • Application form
  • Essay
  • Official Transcript
  • Recommendation letter (2)
  • $70 app. fee
  • Proof of English proficiency & finances
Additional Information: American University's merit awards for international students are partial, not full, scholarships. They are highly competitive and based on a combination of outstanding academic achievement, excellent communication skills in English, leadership, volunteerism, and community service.

Award Amount: $8,000 to $22,000 annually, renewable for up to three additional years.  The total dollars awarded for this scholarship is $110,000.

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Friday, January 15

Deadline Information:

Deadline for this scholarship is Friday, January 15

Scholarship information is available from the American University (AU) website and are due on the deadline.
About American University:
Contact Information: Evelyn Levinson, Director - International Student Services
Address: 4400 Massachusetts Ave. N.W. Washington, District of Columbia 20016-8083

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