Apply for the fully funded Karsh International Scholarship 2025 at Duke University, USA. Covers tuition, housing, and research support. No separate application required!
This merit-based scholarship is designed for talented students from outside the United States who demonstrate strong academic excellence and financial need. No separate scholarship application is required. Simply apply for admission to Duke University and request financial aid — that’s it!
The Karsh Scholarship provides full financial support, including tuition, accommodation, meals, mandatory fees, and even funding for research and unpaid internships over the course of three summers. Whether you’re aiming for a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), this scholarship covers it all.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: United States
- Host Institution: Duke University
- Degree Level: Undergraduate (B.A. / B.Sc.)
- Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
- Who Can Apply: International Students (non-U.S. citizens)
- Application Deadline: November 1, 2025
What Does the Karsh Scholarship Cover?
- Full tuition for the entire undergraduate program
- Room and board (housing and meals)
- Mandatory university fees
- Funding for three summers of research or unpaid internships
- Additional support for academic enrichment and career development
Fields of Study
Duke University offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in arts, sciences, engineering, social sciences, and more. Applicants are free to choose any major or concentration offered at the university.
Who Are the Current Karsh Scholars?
The scholarship has supported students from over 25 countries, including:
Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, England, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Iran, Kenya, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Philippines, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, South Korea, Tunisia, Vietnam, and Zimbabwe.
Note: Students from all nationalities are welcome to apply — not just those listed above.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Karsh International Scholarship, you must:
- Be an international student (non-U.S. citizen, and not holding dual U.S. citizenship)
- Apply for your first undergraduate degree (B.A. or B.Sc.)
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Show a genuine financial need
- Submit a Financial Aid application with your university application
- Be open to studying in any discipline offered at Duke
Not eligible if you already hold a bachelor’s degree or are a U.S. citizen.
How to Apply for the Karsh Scholarship?
There is no separate application for the Karsh Scholarship.
Steps to Apply:
- Apply to Duke University through the official undergraduate application portal.
- Indicate that you’re requesting financial aid.
- Submit the required documents for financial aid (CSS Profile, etc.).
- That’s it! Eligible applicants will automatically be considered for the scholarship.
Deadline: November 1, 2025
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