The University of Minnesota Global Excellence Scholarship

About the scholarship

All international students who apply by the deadline are automatically considered for a Global Excellence Scholarship. These awards are very competitive. Students selected are among the best in their class and show a record of strong academic preparation. For the 2025-2026 academic year, international freshman can receive scholarships of $20,000, $15,000 or $10,000 per year for up to four years. Transfer students may receive $10,000 per year for up to three years when entering the University in the fall semester. Transfer students entering in the spring semester will be considered for scholarships only on a funds-available basis. Students must maintain their F-1 immigration status to remain eligible for these scholarships.

Eligibility

To be eligible for The University of Minnesota Global Excellence Scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be international students.
• Students admitted into undergraduate degree program.
• The award is available for undergraduate courses offered at the University.
• Based on academic merit.
• Students enrolling full time in the Honours program in the semester for which the scholarship is awarded.
• Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.).
• A high school transcript and/or GSE results (if your transcript is not in English, also require a certified translation).
• Applicants must have a High school certificate or equivalent.
• Candidates must be highly motivated, responsible, and able to work independently in a structured manner and as good interpersonal and communication skill.
• Applicants must hold an offer for a full-time program at University of Minnesota, USA.
• Application process based on merit and evidence of leadership.
• English Language Requirement: Applicants are required to provide evidence of meeting the University of Minnesota’s minimum English proficiency requirements.