Apply for the MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship for International Students in Canada and the USA 2025

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Students who study at schools Mpower supports can apply for the MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship (GC Scholarship). It accepts applications from international students who are protected by Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

When is Application Deadline:

  • October 31, 2024

Tell Me About the Mpower Global Citizen Scholarship:

  • The Global Citizen Scholarship, offered by MPOWER, is designed to support international and DACA students. The scholarship aims to create globally-minded, multilingual, and culturally-competent graduates ready to address the world’s most pressing issues in science, technology, business, and public policy.

Which Fields are Eligible?

  • Broad and diverse fields of study are supported by MPOWER.

Type:

  • Scholarship

Who can Apply for the Mpower Global Citizen Scholarship?

  • International students and DACA students who are enrolled in or have been accepted into a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school supported by MPOWER.
  • Be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
  • Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable:
    • For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
      • Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.
      • Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
      • Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder)
    • For study in Canada, this means the applicant meets one of these criteria:
      • Is a Canadian permanent resident
      • Has a valid Canadian study permit

How are Applicants Selected?

  • Selection is based on the applicant’s potential to contribute to their field and address global challenges. The application process evaluates the candidates’ experiences, aspirations, and commitment to making a difference.

Which Countries are Eligible?

  • Open to international students and DACA students legally permitted to study in the U.S. or Canada.

Where will Award be Taken?

How Many Awards?

  • Not specified

What is the Benefit of Award?

  • Grand Prize: $10,000
  • Honorable Mentions (2): $2,000 each

How Long Will the Award Last?

  • Duration of the academic program

How to Apply for the Mpower Global Citizen Scholarship:

  1. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria:
    • Accepted at or enrolled in a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school supported by MPOWER.
    • Legally permitted to study in the U.S. or Canada.
  2. Prepare your application documents, including proof of enrollment or acceptance, and any other required materials.
  3. Submit your application through the MPOWER application portal by the deadline.

Visit Award Webpage for Details:

Note that we have created this scholarship specifically for international and DACA students. Therefore, U.S. citizens wishing to study in the U.S. and Canadian citizens wanting to study in Canada are not eligible for this scholarship.

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  • Okechukwu Liberty is a graduate of Mass Communication and a content writer for AfterSchoolAfrica. He is dedicated to researching scholarship and empowerment opportunities to students looking to study abroad.

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