Applications are now open for the Knight Hennessy Scholarship 2025 cohort. This fully funded scholarship at Stanford University supports graduate degree programs. For the 2024 cohort, Knight Hennessy selected 90 applicants from around the world. You can read about the previous participants of the KHS Program. This prestigious scholarship covers all expenses, making it one of the best opportunities to study in the United States.
The Knight Hennessy Scholarship has no age, academic field, or nationality restrictions. To be eligible, applicants must first apply and be accepted into a full-time Stanford graduate degree program, including JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, DMA, and PhD programs. Scholars receive up to three years of funding. U.S. nationals are also eligible to apply. Detailed information about the scholarship requirements and application process is provided below.
Number of Scholarships
Up to 100 future global leaders will be Knight-Hennessy scholars for the 2025 cohort. Stanford University, located in Stanford, California, is a private research university.
Scholarship Benefits
- Grant for three years.
- Stipend to cover living expenses.
- Separate living stipend.
- Education stipend covering room and board, books, academic supplies, instructional materials, local transport costs, and reasonable personal expenses.
- Annual economy return airfare to and from Stanford.
- One-time relocation stipend.
- Tuition fee coverage, including application fee.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to applicants from any country.
- Must be enrolled and accepted into a full-time Stanford graduate degree program. The list of all Stanford graduate programs can be found here.
- Must meet the specific requirements of the graduate program.
- Must have earned a bachelor’s degree in January 2018 or later.
- Provide proof of English language proficiency.
- No minimum grade or score requirements.
- No application fee for Knight-Hennessy Scholars, but any fees required by the graduate program must be paid when submitting that application.
Also check: University of Sydney AGRTP Scholarship 2025 in Australia
KHS Application Requirements
- Online Application: Complete and submit the online application.
- Resume: One-page resume highlighting your experiences, interests, and academic record.
- Transcripts & Test Scores: Scanned copies of your previous academic records.
- Recommendation Letters: Provide two letters.
- Short Answers & Essay: Share in your own words what you have done, who you are, and what you aspire to do in the future.
How to Apply for the Knight Hennessy Scholarship 2025
Applicants must submit a full application with the required documents before the application deadline. The last date to apply for the KHS 2025 is 9th October 2024. Applicants must gain acceptance into a full-time graduate degree program before applying for the KHS.
How to Apply for Admission to Stanford University
Apply online for the graduate degree programs at Stanford University using this link. The link to the official website is provided below.
Apply here: Knight-Hennessy ScholarsÂ
