Do you want to complete your postgraduate studies at one of the world’s leading institutions, known for academic excellence and high-quality education, without worrying about finances? Stanford University has something exceptional to offer! Stanford University is pleased to announce the call for applications for its flagship “Knight-Hennessy Scholarship 2027”, a fully funded scholarship in the United States, organized and administered by Stanford University. It enables outstanding international students from around the world to pursue graduate studies (Master’s, MBA, MD, JD, and other eligible graduate degrees) at Stanford University, USA.
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program is highly competitive and seeks applications from talented students with strong leadership potential and a commitment to creating positive change in their communities. Beyond their degree programs, scholars also participate in leadership development activities, networking events, and workshops, providing an immersive global learning experience.
Stanford University offers generous financial support, covering all major costs of the degree program, including full tuition, a living stipend, academic expenses, travel allowance, and access to leadership training. This makes it one of the most comprehensive graduate scholarship programs available for international students.
The program welcomes applications from all nationalities, with no restrictions based on academic field, age, or career goals. Up to 100 Knight-Hennessy Scholars will be selected for the 2027 cohort.
The last date to apply for the scholarship is October 6, 2026. However, applicants must first be admitted into an eligible full-time Stanford graduate program before submitting their scholarship application. Learn more details about the scholarship below.
Details About Knight Hennessy Scholarship 2027
| Host University | Stanford University |
|---|---|
| Programme | Knight-Hennessy Scholars |
| Eligible Countries | Open to All Nationals |
| Coverage | Travel, Living & Tuition Coverage |
| Degree Level | Graduate Degree |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Stanford scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Stanford welcomes applications from all nationalities
- Must secure admission in one of Stanford’s eligible degree programs (Master’s, MBA, PhD, MD (medicine), JD (Law), or other graduate programmes.
- Must have completed the first bachelor’s degree in January 2020 or later
- There are no restrictions on Age, University attended, academic background, or career goals
- Demonstrate excellent academic achievements with leadership potential
- Commitment to bring positive change in your communities
Selection is Based on
The selection criteria are generally based on the applicants:
- Excellent Academic Achievements
- Leadership potential
- Civic mindset
- Social impact and community involvement
- Commitment to future contributions to societies
Scholarship Coverage:
- Full tuition fees coverage – depending on the duration of the degree program
- Stipend to cover living expenses such as housing, food, and daily expenses
- Travel allowance to/from Stanford
- Access to mentoring and leadership training programs
- Local transportation costs
- Stationary allowance
- Stanford Application Fee Coverage
Study Areas
Candidates can choose from 150 graduate programmes across Stanford’s seven schools, which are:
- School of Humanities & Sciences
- Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability
- Law School
- School of Medicine
- Stanford Graduate School of Education
- Stanford School of Engineering
- Graduate School of Business
Applicants must secure admission in one of the graduate programmes to be considered for the scholarship.
Explore the Graduate degree programmes here
Required Documents
- Online Application Forum
- Resume/CV
- Degree Transcripts
- Answer to questions
- Essays
- Recommendation letters
Why you should apply for the Knight Hennessy Scholarship?
- The program offers full financial support
- Exclusive leadership training
- Networking opportunities with global leaders
- Access to scholars from across the world
- Study at a world-leading institute
Tip for a Strong Application
- Demonstrate strong leadership potential through your project work or initiatives
- Tell your story in an essay explaining your journey, challenges, and goals
- Highlight the impact you made in your communities
- Be genuine and authentic
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How to Apply for the Stanford Knight Hennessy Scholarship?
Interested applicants need to submit two separate applications to be considered for the scholarship. To apply, follow the steps below
- Step 1: Select a graduate degree program at Stanford
- Step 2: Secure admission to an eligible graduate program
- Step 3: Complete the scholarship online application form
- Step 4: Submit your application
Now wait for the decision.
Deadline: October 6th, 2026
Visit the offical link below for more details and to apply:
