Khyentse Foundation: Buddhist Studies Scholarship Grant

Khyentse Foundation: Buddhist Studies Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Khyentse Foundation
Amount: US $500 - US $5,000
Last Updated: August 19, 2025

Summary

The Khyentse Foundation offers Buddhist Studies Scholarships to support individuals pursuing the dharma across various traditions. These scholarships assist with tuition and related expenses for students, practitioners, and scholars working towards degrees or certificates. Applications are reviewed by international committees to ensure a fair selection process. Awards typically range from $500 to $5,000 USD, aligning with the foundation's mission to promote the teachings of the Buddha and make them accessible to all.

Overview

NOTE: The applications are due by 11:59 pm UTC on the last day of the application period. Who We Are Khyentse Foundation was established to actualize the vision of Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche to preserve and promote the Buddha’s wisdom. Primarily a funding institution, our mostly volunteer foundation is constantly growing and evolving, shaped by the needs and circumstances of the world and those who seek our support. With additional projects funded every year, the efforts and contributions of our supporters and staff allow Khyentse Foundation to reach hundreds of thousands of people who are interested in the teachings of the Buddha. We believe that everyone, whether Buddhist or not, has something to gain from the Buddha’s insight. Buddha’s wisdom is for everyone. Grant Philosophy Supporting Buddhist Study and practice is at the heart of Khyentse Foundation’s mission, and our grants and scholarships programs are the way we connect with you and learn about your work. There are a number of ways to apply, and we support a wide range of dharma studies, practice, and activities. Our applicants are Buddhist teachers, students, scholars, educators, translators, practitioners, and retreatants. In the nonsectarian spirit of the Khyentse lineage, we support all Buddhist traditions from all parts of the world. Each application is reviewed by international review committees, appointed by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche. Are you seeking financial assistance for a Buddhist studies program? To complete work on a translation project? To take time for retreat? To start a Buddhist education program for children? For a grassroots effort in India or Nepal? Or do you have your own ideas about how to bring the dharma to the world? Consider applying for one of our grants or scholarships. Buddhist Studies Scholarship Khyentse Foundation Buddhist Studies Scholarships support individuals who wish to study the dharma. KF accepts applications from students, practitioners, and scholars from all traditions, schools, and sects of Buddhism. These scholarships fund tuition or other expenses related to one’s studies. Applicants for this scholarship are usually working toward a BA, MA, or MPhil degree, or are in a certificate program. Students applying for funding to attend Rangjung Yeshe Institute (RYI) in Nepal must apply directly to RYI. KF gives RYI an annual grant to use for financial aid for ordained sangha, lay students, and work-study participants. For more information, go to the RYI site. Funding Buddhist Studies Scholarship awards are usually in the $500 to $5,000 USD range. Awards may be more depending on the proposal.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Khyentse Foundation Buddhist Studies Scholarships support individuals who wish to study the dharma.