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