International Peace Scholarship (IPS) Fund

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

Geographic Scope: For international women studying in United States and Canada

Award Details:

• Maximum award: $12,500
• Lesser amounts may be awarded according to individual needs
• Based upon demonstrated need
• Award is not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses
• At time of application, applicant must indicate additional financial resources adequate to meet estimated expenses

Additional Financial Resources Examples:

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

Eligibility Period: September 15 to December 15

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
• Enrolled and in residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year

- OR

• International student attending Cottey College

Not Eligible:

• Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations (as first-time applicants)
• Citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Canada
• Students with residency for tax purposes only (permitted)
• Students pursuing scholarships for online courses, research, internships, or practical training if not combined with formal coursework

Application Timeline:

• Applications accepted: September 15 - December 15, 2026 (and ongoing annually)
• Awards announced: May

Application Process

Application Period: September 15 to December 15 (annual)

Steps:
1. Submit online application during eligibility period
2. Application reviewed by IPS Board of Trustees
3. Awards announced in May

Required Information:

Demonstrated need information

Additional financial resources available to meet expenses

Evidence of full year formal coursework remaining

Confirmation of enrollment and residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year

Resources:

P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund Policies and Procedures

IPS Board of Trustees Student Selection Process document

Full IPS Application Calendar dates for current term of study