Closing date: November 1, 2026

Student type: International students

Level of study: undergraduate

Study area: Any

Scholarship value:

• Tuition: 100% covered
• Room & Board: Full coverage of on-campus housing and meals
• Mandatory Fees: Fully covered
• Health Insurance: Provided
• Summer Funding (for 3 summers): Supports research, unpaid internships, academic programs, and study abroad

Description: In honor of the exceptional contributions international scholars make to Duke University, the Karsh International Scholarship was founded in 2010 thanks to a generous donation from Martha L. and Bruce A. Karsh. Karsh International Scholars comprise an intellectually and civically engaged cohort of international students who promote interdisciplinary inquiry, academic research, and scholarship in the service of society. International applicants must have demonstrated financial need to be eligible for this scholarship.

Eligibility:

• Must be a non‑U.S. citizen or a non‑U.S. permanent resident,Students with dual U.S. citizenship are not eligible
• Must be a applying for first‑year undergraduate admission to Duke University,transfer students are NOT eligible.
• Must have significant demonstrated financial need
• Have a strong academic background 
• Not have already obtained a B.A. or B.S. degree prior to their studies at Duke University.

Apply Here: https://ousf.duke.edu/merit-scholarships/karsh-international-scholars-program