Fund your studies
with an international student scholarship

Our international student scholarships are designed with your needs in mind.

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Who is eligible for an MPOWER scholarship?

You’re eligible to apply for an MPOWER international student scholarship if you’re:

  • Accepted or enrolled in a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian MPOWER-eligible school
  • An international student or DACA student permitted to legally study in the U.S. or Canada
  • Able to meet any additional criteria outlined for specific scholarships

Open scholarships

Our international student scholarships support future leaders and are designed to help as many students as possible. In addition to a variety of specific scholarships like those for DACA students, and women in STEM, we also offer unique monthly scholarship opportunities. Each month the topic for submission will change, past examples include Back to School Advice and Embracing and Overcoming Challenges. Check back each month for updates. 

Monthly Scholarship Series

Deadline: Last day of each month

Awards: Three awards of US$1,000

For students who are currently enrolled in or accepted to a full-time degree program at a school MPOWER supports. New topics are announced each month.

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MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship

Deadline: July 31, 2025

Awards: US$1,000 – US$8,000

For students who are currently enrolled in or accepted to a full-time degree program at a school MPOWER supports.

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Women in STEM Scholarship

Deadline: July 31, 2025

Awards: US$1,000 – US$5,000

For women in STEM fields who are currently enrolled in or accepted to a full-time degree program at a school MPOWER supports.

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MPOWER MBA Scholarship

Deadline: July 31, 2025

Awards: US$1,000 – US$5,000

For MBA students who are currently enrolled in or accepted to a full-time degree program at a school MPOWER supports.

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MPOWER 追梦永不息 Scholarship

Deadline: July 31, 2025

Awards: US$500 – US$5,000

For Chinese international graduate students who are currently enrolled in or accepted to a full-time degree program at a school MPOWER supports.

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Udaan India Scholarship

Deadline: July 31, 2025

Awards: US$1,000 – US$5,000

For Indian Citizens who are currently enrolled in or accepted to a full-time degree at a school MPOWER supports.

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What to do if scholarships aren't an option for you?

Consider a student loan from MPOWER Financing

MPOWER scholarship spotlight

Since 2018, we’ve supported international students and DACA students with the scholarships and support they need to soar academically. Check out our past winners’ inspiring stories.

Klaudia Zwonik

Poland | Hunter College of the City - University of New York
MPOWER Scholarship Winner

Winners' stories

Winning this scholarship boosts my commitment to learning and growing, and encourages me to keep reaching my goals despite challenges.

Muhammad Miran Shaikh

Pakistan | Michigan State University
MPOWER Scholarship Winner

Winners' stories

Winning this scholarship feels amazing and truly validates my hard work and dedication to learning and growing. It reminds me that perseverance and passion can open new doors, and it encourages me to keep aiming for excellence in my field.

Shinora Khan

India | University of California, Riverside (UCR)
MPOWER Scholarship Winner

Winners' stories

Winning the MPOWER scholarship is more than a financial blessing; it's a testament to my hard work, resilience, and commitment to my academic goals. This scholarship empowers me to pursue higher education with greater focus and confidence, knowing MPOWER supports students like me. It motivates me to strive for excellence and to inspire and support others along the way.

Benard Adewole

Nigeria | University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
MPOWER Scholarship Winner

Winners' stories

Winning the MPOWER scholarship is more than a personal milestone; it's a spark for realizing my goal of using robotics to transform lives, especially in prosthetics. It empowers me to keep breaking barriers, inspiring others, and driving innovation that makes a real difference in my community and beyond.

What our students say

Thank you Mpower for giving me hope for my future. 

Priscilla

FAQs

  • Be admitted to, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
  • Be an international student permitted to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable.
    • For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant is either a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, or has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.
    • For study in Canada, this means the applicant is either a Canadian permanent resident or has a valid Canadian study permit.
    • U.S. citizens wishing to study in the U.S. and Canadian citizens wishing to study in Canada are not eligible for this scholarship.
  • You do not need to be an MPOWER borrower or applicant to apply for any MPOWER scholarship as long as you meet the eligibility criteria set forth above.

Following MPOWER’s selection of winners, MPOWER will verify their eligibility. Following verification, all winners will be sent a Release Form. Following MPOWER’s receipt of a winner’s executed Release Form, MPOWER will disburse the funds directly to the winner’s college/university, subject to the requirements of any applicable U.S. or Canadian laws. In the event that a winner cannot be verified, or fails or refuses to execute the Release Form, such person becomes ineligible for the scholarship, and MPOWER will select a replacement winner.

We expect to notify the winners within 8 weeks of the application deadline.

Winners will be selected based solely on their essay submission. MPOWER will select winners based on:

  • The quality of the applicant’s essay; the essay should demonstrate clarity of thought, a compelling goals and vision, and superior communication skills in English;
  • The extent to which there is a clear nexus between the applicant’s intended field of study and his/her goals and aspirations; and
  • The applicant’s potential as a scientist, entrepreneur, leader, and/or change-maker who will make a positive impact.

You must have your visa stamped in your passport by the closing date of the scholarship application date.

All eligible students must complete the application form to enter the scholarship. 

DISCLAIMER – Subject to credit approval, loans are made by Bank of Lake Mills or MPOWER Financing, PBC. Bank of Lake Mills does not have an ownership interest in MPOWER Financing. Neither MPOWER Financing nor Bank of Lake Mills is affiliated with the school you attended or are attending. Bank of Lake Mills is Member FDIC. None of the information contained in this website constitutes a recommendation, solicitation or offer by MPOWER Financing or its affiliates to buy or sell any securities or other financial instruments or other assets or provide any investment advice or service.

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