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

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

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

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

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

Eligible applicants: Seeking advanced degree from accredited college or university in U.S. or Canada; 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. Geography: Woman outside the United States and Canada; NOT a citizen or permanent resident of U.S. or Canada (residency for tax purposes only is permitted).

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

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

International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund

PEO Sisterhood OK State Chapter

Foundation Annual Grants for Women

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: “Application acceptance: September 15 - December 15 annually”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Seeking advanced degree from accredited college or university in U.S. or Canada
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

Geography

Woman outside the United States and Canada
NOT a citizen or permanent resident of U.S. or Canada (residency for tax purposes only is permitted)

Other requirements

Will return to home country to utilize education to make positive impact and foster global peace

Overview

International Peace Scholarship Fund

Purpose: Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada.

Geographic Scope: International women studying in United States or Canada

Award Details:

Need-based scholarship (not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses)
Maximum amount awarded: $12,500
Lesser amounts may be awarded according to individual needs
At application, applicant must indicate additional financial resources adequate to meet estimated expenses
Examples of additional resources: personal/family funds, tuition waivers, work, scholarships, teaching assistantships, study grants, other scholarships

Eligibility Requirements:

Woman outside the 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
NOT a citizen or permanent resident of U.S. or Canada (residency for tax purposes only is permitted)

Who Is NOT Eligible:

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

Application Period: September 15 - December 15 annually

Award Announcement: May

How to Apply

Application Process

Timeline:

Application acceptance: September 15 - December 15 annually
Award announcement: May
Applications will be accepted again starting September 15, 2026

Required Materials:

Indication of additional financial resources adequate to meet estimated expenses
Academic documentation
Evidence of commitment to return to home country

Note: Full application procedures detailed in:

P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund Policies and Procedures
IPS Board of Trustees Student Selection Process

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What PEO Sisterhood OK State Chapter actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2026

Grants in 2026: 8
Total given: $190K
Median grant: $23K
Range: $9,205–$53K

By dollars: Iowa 66%, Missouri 28%, Oklahoma 6%. Top recipient cities: Des Moines, IA; Nevada, MO; Broken Arrow, OK.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.