For women pursuing full-time graduate or postdoctoral study in the US.
$18,000 for Masters, $20,000 for PhD, $30,000 for Postdoctoral research. Full-time study at accredited US institutions. Commitment to advancement of women and girls required.
Female, non-US citizen, admitted to US university
Yes. Nigerian citizens are eligible to apply for the AAUW International Fellowship (Women). Female, non-US citizen, admitted to US university
The AAUW International Fellowship (Women) provides: $18,000-$30,000. Full details are available on the official application page.
The current application window closes Nov 2026 (for 2027/28). Deadlines shift year to year, so confirm on the official site before submitting.
Applications are submitted through the official portal: https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/current-opportunities/international/. Nigerian applicants should prepare academic transcripts, a CV, references, and any language test results (IELTS or TOEFL for English-taught programmes) well ahead of the deadline.
This is a women only opportunity for Masters / PhD / Postdoc candidates. Strong academic records, clear research or career goals, and demonstrated leadership are typical of successful applicants from Nigeria.