Stanford University Knight-Hennesy Scholarship (KHS) 2025

Are you graduating from a U.S. university with a full scholarship and aiming to continue your studies? Consider the prestigious Knight-Hennessy Scholars program at Stanford University!

Why Knight-Hennessy at Stanford?

• Fully-Funded Graduate Opportunities: Pursue your graduate studies at Stanford, consistently ranked among the world's best universities, with generous financial support from the Knight-Hennessy program.
• World-Class Education: Immerse yourself in a vibrant academic environment at Stanford, known for its cutting-edge research and outstanding faculty.
• Global Community: Join a diverse and talented cohort of international scholars at Knight-Hennessy.

About Stanford University:

• Founded in 1885, Stanford is a private research university located in California.
• Renowned for its academic excellence and innovation.
• Offers a variety of postgraduate programs across various disciplines.

Learn more about Stanford's admissions process, including acceptance rates, GPA requirements, and eligibility criteria. 

Degree Level for Knight-Hennesy Scholarship:

Graduate-level programs at Stanford University.

Available Subjects for Knight-Hennesy Scholarship:

The following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Benefits of Knight-Hennesy Scholarship:

Knight-Hennessy Scholars (KHS) offers up to three years of financial backing for graduate studies at Stanford University. This support covers the cost of the program you choose when you apply.

What's Included in Your Scholarship Package?

• Tuition and Fees Covered: A fellowship will be directly applied to your tuition and associated fees, leaving you free to focus on your studies.
• Living Expenses Stipend: You'll receive a stipend to help manage everyday costs like housing, food, books, and course materials. It also covers local transportation and personal expenses.
• Annual Travel Stipend: Each year, you'll get an allowance for an economy-class roundtrip flight, allowing you to travel to and from Stanford with ease.

Additional Support:

• Moving Help for New Scholars: To ease your transition to Stanford, KHS provides a one-time stipend to help with moving costs and potentially new technology purchases.
• Enrichment Funds (Years 2 & 3): In your second and third years, you can apply for extra funding to support activities that enhance your academic experience, such as attending conferences or travelling for research.

Important Notes on Funding Duration:

• Standard Coverage: KHS funding typically covers three years.
• Longer Programs: If your chosen program takes longer (like an MD, PhD, or a dual/joint degree at Stanford), funding will follow the standard financial commitment offered by that specific program. The duration of support may vary depending on the department and school, so you can contact them directly for details.
• Additional Program Funding: Funding for programs exceeding three years might differ and is determined by the program itself.

Eligible Nationalities for Knight-Hennesy Scholarship:

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria for Knight-Hennesy Scholarship:

Open to All Backgrounds

The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program welcomes applications from talented individuals regardless of nationality, ethnicity, or gender.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Academic Background:
• Must be enrolled in a Stanford graduate degree program (excluding those starting in 2023).
• Hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution earned after January 2016 (January 2014 for veterans).

Personal Qualities:

• Demonstrate independence of thought, leadership abilities, and a civic mindset.

English Language Proficiency:

• Possess a valid IELTS or TOEFL score unless your undergraduate degree was in English.