Exceptional students from around the world who have demonstrated academic excellence, and who apply to one of UMass Lowell’s Master’s programs, may receive consideration for this merit-based scholarship.
Scholarship awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 and are provided for a total of four semesters (a maximum of $20,000) to students who pursue their studies full-time on campus. The award is available for up to five semesters (up to $25,000 total) to students pursuing a Master of Public Health degree.
The Graduate International Excellence Scholarships were created to help students advance their knowledge, their careers, and the rich diversity of UMass Lowell’s student population.
Applicants must apply to UMass Lowell by one of the priority deadlines (see below) for either the Fall 2025 start term, or Spring 2026, and pursue studies full-time on campus, in order to be considered.
Scholarship Requirements
Academic Criteria: To be considered for this scholarship, you must meet the academic standards required for acceptance into your program of interest.Program of Study: You must be admitted into one of UMass Lowell’s Master’s degree programs.
Location:You must pursue your degree full-time by taking classes on campus at UMass Lowell or, at minimum, two on-campus and one online course each semester.
Tuition Residency: Applicants must be classified as international tuition residency per university and state guidelines. You must successfully pursue your degree program in F-1 student status sponsored by UMass Lowell. You will be required to take a full-time course load on campus or, at minimum, two on-campus and one online course each semester and maintain your valid F-1 status.
Nationality: Applicants must have an international residency.
Priority Application Deadlines: International applicants who plan to start their program in the Fall are strongly encouraged to apply by January 15 of that year. Top candidates who complete their application prior to January 15 and are admitted into their program of interest will be awarded this scholarship.
Applicants applying after January 15 and before the February 15 priority deadline will be considered for this scholarship if scholarship funding is still available.
NOTE: Applicants who meet the scholarship eligibility requirements will automatically be given consideration to receive this award. There are no additional application requirements that need to be submitted.
Enrollment Confirmation: Students who are awarded this scholarship must submit their enrollment deposit within 21 days. If the deposit has not been submitted, the scholarship will be revoked and may be awarded to another applicant.