# STEM Scholarships
The Fulbright Foreign Student Program exists and qualifies Afghan women to receive up to $100,000 in funding for STEM fields in the USA. The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is a fully funded scholarship that covers tuition, living expenses, and travel costs for international students, including Afghan women, to pursue higher education in the United States.
Who Qualifies
Afghan women who hold a valid F-1 or J-1 visa, or are eligible for a visa, can apply for these scholarships. This includes women who are refugees, asylum seekers, or have been granted special immigrant status. Visa categories that may be eligible include F-1, J-1, F-2, J-2, and others. Eligible applicants must also meet the requirements for each scholarship, such as academic background, language proficiency, and field of study.
Available Scholarships
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
* Amount: up to $100,000
* Eligibility: Afghan women with a bachelor's degree and a minimum of two years of work experience
* Deadline: varies by country
* Official URL: https://fulbright.americancouncils.org/
AAUW International Fellowships
* Amount: $18,000-$30,000
* Eligibility: Afghan women who are pursuing a master's or PhD in a STEM field
* Deadline: November 15
* Official URL: https://www.aauw.org/
P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship
* Amount: up to $12,500
* Eligibility: Afghan women who are pursuing a graduate degree in a STEM field
* Deadline: December 15
* Official URL: https://www.peointernational.org/
Margaret McNamara Memorial Fund
* Amount: up to $15,000
* Eligibility: Afghan women who are pursuing a graduate degree in a STEM field
* Deadline: January 15
* Official URL: https://www.mmmf.org/
MIT-Zaragona Women in STEM Scholarship
* Amount: full tuition
* Eligibility: Afghan women who are pursuing a master's or PhD in a STEM field at MIT
* Deadline: January 15
* Official URL: https://www.mit.edu/
Application Steps
- Research the scholarship and review the eligibility criteria
- Review the application requirements and gather necessary documents
- Submit the application through the official website or email
- Complete any additional requirements, such as language proficiency tests or GRE scores
- Wait for the application to be reviewed and a decision to be made
- Receive and review the scholarship award letter
- Accept the award and complete any additional requirements
- Begin the visa application process and prepare for travel to the USA
Documents Checklist
* Passport
* Birth certificate
* Academic transcripts
* Diploma or certificate
* Language proficiency test scores (e.g. TOEFL or IELTS)
* GRE scores (if required)
* Letters of recommendation
* Personal statement or essay
* Certificate of financial support (if required)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of STEM fields are eligible for these scholarships?
- Can I apply for multiple scholarships at the same time?
- Do I need to have a certain level of English proficiency to apply?
- Can I bring my family with me to the USA on a student visa?
- How long does the application process take?
- Can I apply for a scholarship if I am already in the USA on a different type of visa?
- What types of expenses are covered by the scholarship?
- Can I renew my scholarship for multiple years?
External Authority Links
Related Guides
For more information on scholarships for Afghan women, visit our guides on fully funded scholarships, PhD scholarships, scholarships for refugees, and Canada scholarships. You can also visit our scholarship deadlines page to stay up-to-date on the latest application deadlines. For more information on STEM scholarships, visit https://migrantscholar.vercel.app/blog.