About This Scholarship
Women who are US citizens or permanent residents. For dissertation completion fellowships, postdoctoral research, and selected professional degree programs.
AAUW also offers International Fellowships for women from outside the US studying in America. American Fellowship: US citizen or PR only.
Eligibility Requirements
- Female applicant
- US citizen or permanent resident
- Dissertation, postdoctoral research, or professional degree (law, medicine, MFA)
- Apply through AAUW portal
- Strong academic record
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
1 November 2026
Results Announced
30 April 2027
Programme Start
Varies — check official website
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the AAUW American Fellowship (Women — USA) cover?
$20,000–$30,000 for one year of full-time postdoctoral research, dissertation year, or selected professional degrees (medicine, law, MFA)
Who is eligible for the AAUW American Fellowship (Women — USA)?
Women who are US citizens or permanent residents. For dissertation completion fellowships, postdoctoral research, and selected professional degree programs.
When is the deadline for the AAUW American Fellowship (Women — USA)?
The deadline is 1 November 2026. Results are announced around 30 April 2027.
What fields of study does the AAUW American Fellowship (Women — USA) cover?
The scholarship is open to students from all academic backgrounds and fields of study.
Is there anything special about the AAUW American Fellowship (Women — USA)?
AAUW also offers International Fellowships for women from outside the US studying in America. American Fellowship: US citizen or PR only.
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