MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship 2022
Applications are open for the MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship 2022. The Scholarships are awarded annually to international and DACA students enrolled at Universities MPOWER supports. They have intentionally designed this scholarship program to be as broad as possible to match the broad, diverse experiences of international students.
Grand Prize: $10,000
Runner-Up: $2,000
Honorable Mention: $2,000
Eligibility
- Applicant must be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
- Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable:
- For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
- Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.
- Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
- Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder)
- For study in Canada, this means the applicant meets one of these criteria:
- Is a Canadian permanent resident
- Has a valid Canadian study permit
Selection Criteria
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
- The applicant’s potential as a scientist, entrepreneur, leader, and/or change-maker who will make a positive impact
Applications are Due by July 15th, 2022!