The University of Kansas International Excellence Award in the USA
- Course Level: Undergraduate
- Award: $100,000
KU International Admissions offers various scholarships to degree-seeking undergraduate students. All scholarships are renewable and range from $3,000 per year to a full tuition waiver valued at over $25,000 a year.
First-year freshmen scholarships
| Scholarship | Requirements | Award amount | Tuition reduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Excellence | 3.5+ GPA + scholarship application | $100,000+ ($25,000+/year) | 100% |
| International Merit | 3.75-4.00 GPA | $36,000 ($9,000/year) | 33% |
| International Distinction | 3.5-3.74 GPA | $24,000 ($6,000/year) | 22% |
| International Achievement | 3.25-3.49 GPA | $12,000 ($3,000/year) | 11% |
First-time freshmen receive the highest scholarship for which they qualify. They cannot earn additional KU International Admissions scholarships, but they may receive additional scholarships from their academic unit at KU.
To renew a KU International Admissions scholarship each year, students must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and enroll in a minimum of 27 credits at KU. Freshman students must submit a separate application to be considered for the following scholarship.
KU International Excellence Award
The Fall 2022 KU International Excellence Award deadline has passed. We are no longer accepting applications for the KU IEA scholarship.
The KU International Excellence Award is a competitive scholarship equal to a full tuition waiver for first-year or transfer students admitted to KU for the fall term. Eligible admitted students will receive an email with an invitation to apply. Complete applications contain the following:
- Official proof of English proficiency.
- A résumé or CV that includes all extracurricular activities, leadership, service, and awards, and explanations of three included activities and why they are meaningful to you.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- SAT or ACT scores, if available.
- A 500-word essay on the topic of your choice, though the following are recommended:
- Your personal and academic goals and how you hope to achieve them at KU.
- Your field of study and specialized interests within it.
- How you intend to use what you learn at KU upon return to your home country.