Karsh International Scholars Program — Duke University

The Karsh International Scholarship is a prestigious, merit- and need-aware award that fully supports outstanding international undergraduate students at Duke University. Established by Bruce A. and Martha L. Karsh in 2010, the scholarship seeks applicants with exceptional academic achievement, leadership potential, and financial need.

🎓 Scholarship Package

• Full coverage of tuition, mandatory fees, on-campus housing, and meals for four years

• Summer funding for up to three summers, including support for research projects, unpaid internships, and professional development

• Access to mentoring, career guidance, and enrichment opportunities through Duke’s Scholars & Fellows Office

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a scholar with non-U.S. citizenship—dual U.S./foreign citizens are not eligible

• Must apply to Duke as a first-year undergraduate in the upcoming fall term

• Cannot have previously earned a bachelor’s degree

• Demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, and financial need are required

• Open to applicants from any academic discipline

📄 Selection & Application

• No separate scholarship application is required—eligibility is assessed automatically through the Duke undergraduate admission and financial aid process

• Applicants must complete admission and financial aid forms (e.g., CSS Profile) by the admissions deadline to be considered

🗓 Application Timeline

• Must apply for admission and financial aid by November 1 (Early Decision or Regular Decision)

• Finalists and scholars are typically notified between March and April

This scholarship is highly competitive and offers full financial support for exceptional international students committed to academic excellence and global impact.