How much funding does International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS) provide?

International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS) provides Up to $12,500 in funding.

When is the deadline for International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS)?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around December.

Who is eligible for International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS)?

Eligible applicants: Seeking advanced degree from accredited college or university in U.S. or Canada; Is enrolled and in residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year; OR; Is international student attending Cottey College; Student with residency for tax purposes only is permitted. Geography: Woman outside United States and Canada. Not funded: Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations (as first-time applicants); U.S. or Canadian citizens or permanent residents; Students applying for online courses, research, internships, or practical training not combined with formal coursework.

How often is International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS) offered?

International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS) has 2 deadlines a year: September 15, December 15. The next deadline is expected December 15, 2026.

International Peace Scholarship Fund (IPS)

PEO Sisterhood GA State Chapter

Foundation Annual Grants for Women Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Up to $12,500

Deadline

Expected ~December

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Twice a year
Current deadline: December 15, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines each year: September 15 · December 15

From the program guidelines: “Applications accepted September 15 to December 15 annually.”

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Seeking advanced degree from accredited college or university in U.S. or Canada
Is enrolled and in residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year; OR
Is international student attending Cottey College
Student with residency for tax purposes only is permitted

Geography

Woman outside United States and Canada

Other requirements

Will return to home country to utilize education to make positive impact and foster global peace
Has full year of formal coursework remaining AND

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations (as first-time applicants)
Not eligible: U.S. or Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Not eligible: Students applying for online courses, research, internships, or practical training not combined with formal coursework

Overview

Program Type: Need-based scholarship for international women students

Geographic Scope: For graduate study in United States or Canada

Maximum Award: $12,500 per student per year

Purpose: Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Based on demonstrated need; award not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses.

Award Details

Maximum amount awarded to a student: $12,500
Lesser amounts may be awarded according to individual needs
Scholarship based on demonstrated need
At time of application, applicant required to indicate additional financial resources adequate to meet estimated expenses

Approved Additional Financial Resources

Personal and family funds
Tuition waivers
Work
Scholarships
Teaching assistantships
Study grants
Other scholarships

Eligibility Requirements

Woman outside United States and Canada
Seeking advanced degree from accredited college or university in U.S. or Canada
Will return to home country to utilize education to make positive impact and foster global peace
Has full year of formal coursework remaining AND
- Is enrolled and in residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year; OR
- Is international student attending Cottey College
Student with residency for tax purposes only is permitted

Ineligible Applicants

Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations (as first-time applicants)
U.S. or Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Students applying for online courses, research, internships, or practical training not combined with formal coursework

Application Timeline

Eligibility Period: September 15 to December 15
Award Announcement: May
Next Application Period: Starting September 15, 2026

How to Apply

Application Process

Applications accepted September 15 to December 15 annually.

For complete application details, refer to:

IPS Board of Trustees Student Selection Process document
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund Policies and Procedures
Full IPS Application Calendar dates for current term of study

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What PEO Sisterhood GA State Chapter actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2026

Grants in 2026: 7
Total given: $255K
Median grant: $29K
Range: $19K–$83K

By dollars: Iowa 86%, Missouri 14%. Top recipient cities: Des Moines, IA; Nevada, MO.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.