MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship (GC Scholarship) accepts applications from international students who are under the protection of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Students who study at schools MPOWER supports can submit their application for GC Scholarship 2025. 

MPOWER Financing was founded by two former international students, Manu Smadja and Mike Davis, to eliminate the financial obstacles students often face when pursuing international education. MPOWER supports extraordinary graduates who study science, technology, business, and public policy.

Key Details 

Application Deadline: October 31, 2024 (11:59 p.m. EST)

Winners Notifications: Within 8 weeks of the deadline

Funding Organization: MPOWER 

Location: U.S. and Canada

Gender: Male/Female

Funding Type: Fully-funded

Number of Scholarships: Three (3)

Degree: Degree Programs

Eligible Countries: All Countries

Language Required: English

Field: Science, technology, business, public policy, etc.  

Benefits of the MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship 

Totally there are three scholarship seats available for this application round as follows:

• MPOWER will offer one $10,000 grand prize scholarship for first place winner which covers tuition, fees, or expenses at the winner’s school of attendance
• Two additional winners will receive $2,000 scholarships.

Note: Applicants may enter the scholarship only once a year. There is no transfer, sold, or assigning options.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should meet the following minimum eligibility criteria:

• Students enrolled or accepted in a full-time degree program in a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports
• • Must be an international student legally allowed to study in the U.S. or Canada:
    • For U.S. studies:
      • Have a valid study visa.
      • Be protected under DACA.
      • Be a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder).
    • For Canadian studies:
      • Be a Canadian permanent resident.
      • Have a valid Canadian study permit.

Selection Process 

MPOWER selects winners based on the following:

• Applicant’s quality of Essay (clarity of thought, a compelling vision and goals, and superior communication skills in English) 
• Applicant’s potential as a scientist, leader, entrepreneur, or a positive change-maker
• Relationship and clear nexus between applicants’ intended field of study and their goals and aspirations. 

How to Apply for the MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship?

The MPOWER team will receive the application through the online application portal. Applicants can start their application by using the Apply Now button.

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Read more details on the MPOWER Financing Website or FAQs section. 

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