Top 13 International Studies Scholarships in September 2026

The Fulbright Don DeBats Distinguished Chair in Politics and Public Policy is funded by Flinders University and designed to "attract full or associate U.S. professors with distinguished academic careers and significant publication and teaching records, to conduct collaborative research for 4–5 months at Flinders University" in Adelaide, Australia. In addition, it's meant to expand and strengthen relationships between the United States public and citizens of other nations, and to promote international understanding and cooperation. The scholarship committee is looking for research that relates to one or more of the three areas of focus of the Jeff Bleich Centre: (1) Democracy, Participation, and Human Rights; (2) Defence, Security, and Space; (3) Artificial Intelligence, Social Media, and Disruptive Technologies. If you're a U.S.-based professor interested in researching any of the above topics at Flinders University, we encourage you to apply! Contact rodrigo.praino@flinders.edu.au to discuss projects and obtain the required letter of invitation, and keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The "Fulbright-Uppsala University Distinguished Scholar Award in American Studies" is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in American Studies at Swedish universities. The selected Scholar will be required to teach one introductory course for undergraduates, as well as a more specialized course for senior or graduate students (or both) in the grantee's area of expertise at the Swedish Institute for North American Studies (SINAS), Department of English at Uppsala University. The scholars will also give an inaugural lecture during the year, and will be encouraged to give lectures at other Swedish universities and outside Sweden. As for research, the scholar can participate in collaborative research with the department faculty or conduct their own project. If you're a doctorate or terminal degree holder wanting to teach in Sweden, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The "Fulbright Bicentennial Chair in American Studies" award is open to Ph.D. and Terminal Degree holders interested in both conducting research and teaching courses in American Studies at universities throughout Finland. Selected scholars will be required to teach one survey course per semester to third-year Bachelor's students, as well as teach one seminar per semester in their area of expertise to master's level students. Scholars will also be invited to participate in the program's Ph.D. seminar and in the development of the North American Studies program in general, be encouraged to give occasional guest lectures at other Finnish universities, and be invited to participate in Fulbright Finland Foundation activities as an application reviewer and interviewer. To apply, submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. To learn more about the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

The "Distinguished Scholar in Humanities and Social Sciences" is open to Ph.D. or Terminal Degree holders looking to conduct research in the Humanities or Social Sciences at the American Studies Center (ASC), University of Warsaw. Candidates are expected to have at least 10 years of teaching experience. Selected scholars will be required to teach one graduate course per semester on a topic of their choosing. They will also be expected to give public lectures, advise graduate students, and generally engage in the academic life of the ASC. Recipients will be granted a monthly allowance of $6,000. An additional monthly allowance of $150 for conference/research/books, as well as one-time payments for travel ($1,500) and relocation ($800), may also be granted. To apply, you must submit a Project Statement, a CV or Resume, and two Letters of Recommendation. For more information on the scholarship, keep on reading!Show Less

If you are a graduate student who is interested in national security issues, the Jasin Graduate Scholarship could be a great fit for you! To be eligible for this scholarship, students should be pursuing a degree in a field related to national security (including international relations, security policy, or intelligence studies). The only other caveat to this scholarship program is that it aims to support students who are currently (or intend to) work in the U.S. Government. Interested students must submit their applications no earlier than their senior undergraduate year of college and no later than their second year of graduate school studies. The scholarship application makes a special point to note that students are encouraged to apply if they (a) study in schools of engineering, science, technology, and/or (b) have foreign language mastery in Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Pashto, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Persian, Hausa, and other sub-Saharan African languages, Hebrew, Punjabi, Somali, Swahili, Turkish, and Urdu. If this sounds interesting to you, keep on reading to learn more!Show Less

Are you a Pi Gammu Mu member pursuing a graduate degree in a social science field? If so, consider applying for the Pi Gamma Mu Scholarships! The scholarships are open to Pi Gammu Mu members attending graduate school to study a social science, social work, or related interdisciplinary fields. The scholarship is funded by Pi Gamma Mu, the oldest and preeminent interdisciplinary social science honor society and a nonprofit organization. Since 1924, they have encouraged and promoted excellence in the social sciences field and uphold scholarship, leadership, and service. Thus, every year, they award scholarships worth up to $2,500 to help students attend graduate school. If you are a Pi Gammu Mu member looking for help funding your graduate degree, we encourage you to apply!Show Less

Are you a resident of Southeastern Connecticut in need of financial support for your college education? Then you’re in luck! The Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut is offering the Alfred G. and Imogen M. Moss Scholarship for students such as yourself! This scholarship, worth between $1,000 and $4,000, is offered to college and graduate students residing in specific counties in Southeastern Connecticut. Applicants must be interested in international relations, with preference given to students particularly interested in human rights.  To apply, applicants must submit an essay, academic transcript, letter of recommendation, and the FAFSA. After you’re done applying, don’t forget to check out some of the other Connecticut scholarships available through Scholarships360. Don’t miss your chance to turn your academic achievements into financial support!Show Less

International relations, political science, government, and history are all fields that require you to have a deep understanding of not only the interactions between people and countries but how these, cumulatively, can either embroil into larger conflicts or lead to long-lasting relationships. If you're an Arlington County (Virginia) public high school student interested in any of these fields (or music), the Arlington Community Foundation may have the perfect opportunity for you! Each year, the John and Priscilla Becker Scholarship awards $2,500 to an Arlington County Public high school senior planning to study international relations, political science, government, and/or history OR music in college. Financial need will be considered in selection for the scholarship, and it may be renewed so long as recipients maintain renewal criteria. This scholarship is one of the many scholarships for Virginia residents, international studies scholarships, political science scholarships, and history scholarships that can be found on Scholarships360. If the John and Priscilla Becker Scholarship sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply and explore others that you could qualify for as well!Show Less

A passion to learn about other cultures, both near and far, will keep you curious and always entertained through life. If this feeling resonates with you, and you are graduating from a Guilford County high school in North Carolina, the Jason Christopher James Memorial Scholarship may help you secure the financial aid you need to pursue your education! To qualify for the scholarship, individuals must be high school seniors at a Guilford County, North Carolina high school. Applicants should also have a demonstrated special interest and aptitude in foreign affairs, service to the country, living and working abroad, and the international relations field. Each year, one applicant will be awarded $7,500 to go toward their post-secondary education. If you sound like a fit for this scholarship, we encourage you to apply! Plus, don’t forget to browse Scholarships360 for similar scholarships! There are plenty of other scholarships for North Carolina residents, study abroad scholarships, and international studies scholarships available through our platform. Happy applying!Show Less

The King Olav V Norwegian-American Heritage Scholarship aims to celebrate and fund the exploration and study of American and Norwegian heritage. To qualify for the scholarship, applicants may either be (a) any American citizen, age 17 or older, who has demonstrated a keen and sincere interest in Norwegian heritage or (b) any Norwegian citizen, age 17 or older, who has demonstrated an interest in American heritage. While Norwegian applicants must be enrolled in a post-secondary program of study in the United States, American applicants must be enrolled in an accredited educational institution in Norway or a Scandinavian Studies program in the United States. To be considered for the scholarship, interested students must submit a short autobiography, a ~500-word essay, proof of enrollment, a recent transcript, and two (2) letters of recommendation. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less

The Don Riebhoff Memorial Scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for post-secondary students with an Active Technician Class license (one of three US Amateur Radio licenses) or higher. This scholarship is intended for those who are passionate about international studies and promoting Amateur Radio. Applicants must also demonstrate academic merit and financial need to be considered.  While preference will be given to (a) baccalaureate or higher degree candidates and (b) ARRL members, neither is a requirement to apply. Each year, one (1) applicant will be granted $1,000 to help fund their post-secondary education. If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, don't miss out on this amazing chance to further your education and pursue your interests!Show Less

The KHREF Essay Contest is an amazing opportunity for high school students, from any country in the world, who have a passion for writing and international studies/relations. Each year, the contest awards impressive prizes of $4000, $2000, and $1000 to the high school applicants who submit the best essays answering the international studies/conflict-related prompt. Bear in mind that essays must be written in English, be a maximum of 2,500 words, and students' arguments must be supported by scholarly research. If you're a high school student with an interest in international studies and conflict, we encourage you to apply! Keep on reading to learn more.Show Less