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 deadline is December 15, 2026.

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

Eligible applicants: Is a woman outside the United States and Canada seeking advanced degree from accredited college or university in U.S. or Canada; Has a full year of formal coursework remaining and is enrolled and in residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year; OR is an international student attending Cottey College. Not funded: Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations are not eligible as first-time applicants; Student who is citizen or permanent resident of United States or Canada is not eligible; Student with residency for tax purposes only is permitted; Scholarships not given for online courses, research, internships or for practical training if not combined with formal coursework.

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 NM State Chapter

Foundation Annual Grants for Women Grants for Education Grants for Global Health

Funding Amount

Up to $12,500

Deadline

December 15, 2026

77 days left

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 must be submitted during the eligibility period: September 15 to December 15”

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Is a woman outside the United States and Canada seeking advanced degree from accredited college or university in U.S. or Canada
Has a full year of formal coursework remaining and is enrolled and in residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year
OR is an international student attending Cottey College

Other requirements

A woman is eligible if she:
Will return to home country to utilize education to make positive impact and foster global peace

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations are not eligible as first-time applicants
Not eligible: Student who is citizen or permanent resident of United States or Canada is not eligible
Not eligible: Student with residency for tax purposes only is permitted
Not eligible: Scholarships not given for online courses, research, internships or for practical training if not combined with formal coursework

Overview

Provides scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the U.S. or Canada. Scholarship based upon demonstrated need; however, award is not intended to cover all academic or personal expenses.

Award Amount: Maximum of $12,500. Lesser amounts may be awarded according to individual needs.

Geographic Scope: For international women students studying in U.S. or Canada

Eligibility Period: September 15 to December 15

Award Conditions

At time of application, applicant required to indicate additional financial resources adequate to meet estimated expenses
Examples of additional resources: personal and family funds, tuition waivers, work, scholarships, teaching assistantships, study grants and other scholarships

Eligibility Requirements

A woman is eligible if she:

Is a 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 a full year of formal coursework remaining and is enrolled and in residence in U.S. or Canada for entire school year
OR is an international student attending Cottey College

Ineligibility Criteria

Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations are not eligible as first-time applicants
Student who is citizen or permanent resident of United States or Canada is not eligible
Student with residency for tax purposes only is permitted
Scholarships not given for online courses, research, internships or for practical training if not combined with formal coursework

Timeline

Applications accepted September 15 to December 15 each year
Applications will be accepted again starting September 15, 2026
Announcement of awards made in May

How to Apply

Application Process

Applications must be submitted during the eligibility period: September 15 to December 15

Next application period begins: September 15, 2026

See full IPS Application Calendar for current term of study deadlines and procedures.

Required Documentation

Applicants must submit:

Application form

Evidence of demonstrated financial need

Documentation of additional financial resources (tuition waivers, scholarships, work, etc.)

Academic records and transcripts

Proof of enrollment and in-residence status for full academic year

Evidence of intention to return to home country

Decision Timeline

Award announcements made in May

Additional Resources

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

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What PEO Sisterhood NM State Chapter actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2026

Grants in 2026: 7
Total given: $118K
Median grant: $12K
Range: $7,368–$38K

By dollars: Iowa 80%, Missouri 20%. Top recipient cities: Des Moines, IA; Nevada, MO.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.