The University of Hawaii invites applications for its Graduate Scholarships for the academic year 2026-2027. This fully funded scholarship aims to support international students pursuing Master’s or PhD degrees at one of the oldest public research institutions in the United States.

  • 🎓 Degrees Offered: Masters & PhD
  • 💰 Scholarship Type: Fully Funded (Tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend, airfare, health insurance, books & materials)
  • 🗓 Duration: Masters – 2 years | PhD – 3 years
  • 🏫 University: University of Hawaii, USA (Established 1907, Public Research Institution, ~3,000 students)
  • 🌐 Eligible Nationalities:
    • USA nationals
    • Pacific Region: Australia, Fiji, Guam, New Zealand, etc.
    • Southeast Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.
    • South Asia: India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, etc.
    • East Asia: China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, etc.
  • 📚 Study Fields:
    • Ocean & Resources Engineering
    • Business Administration (Global MBA-Japan Track)
    • Natural Resources & Environmental Management
    • Urban & Regional Planning
    • Oceanography, Pacific Island Studies
    • Economics, Sociology, Public Administration
    • Tropical Plant & Soil Science
    • Master of Law
  • ✅ Eligibility Criteria:
    • Must have admission offer for Masters/PhD
    • Undergraduate degree with excellent academic record
    • Minimum 2 years professional experience
    • Proficiency in English (oral & written)
    • Age ≤ 35 (up to 45 for senior officials/managers)
    • Good health & commitment to return home after degree
  • 🏦 Financial Benefits:
    • Complete tuition coverage
    • Free accommodation
    • Monthly stipend for living expenses
    • Round-trip airfare
    • Health insurance & books allowance
  • 📝 Application Deadline: 1 December 2025
  • 🌐 How to Apply: Online application via official link

Designation:
Graduate Degree Fellowship (GDF)


Research Area:
Available fields include:

  • Ocean and Resources Engineering
  • Business Administration (Global MBA-Japan Track)
  • Natural Resources & Environmental Management
  • Urban and Regional Planning
  • Oceanography
  • Pacific Island Studies
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • Sociology
  • Public Administration
  • Tropical Plant & Soil Science
  • Master of Law

Location:
University of Hawaii, United States


Eligibility/Qualification:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be a national of eligible countries (includes select nations from the Pacific Region, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and East Asia).
  • Hold an offer for a Master’s or PhD degree at the university.
  • Possess an undergraduate degree or equivalent with an excellent academic record.
  • Have at least two years of full-time professional experience.
  • Demonstrate strong oral and written English proficiency.
  • Be aged 35 or younger (up to 45 for senior officials).
  • Be in good health.
  • Commitment to return to home country post-completion of the degree.

Job Description:
This scholarship covers all expenses related to graduate studies, including:

  • Full tuition fee
  • Free accommodation
  • Monthly stipend for food and incidental expenses
  • Round-trip airfare
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Books and supplies allowance

How to Apply:
Applications can be submitted online through the University of Hawaii’s official website. Follow the application guidelines available on the site to complete your submission.


Last Date to Apply:
December 1, 2025


Take this opportunity to further your education and research in a supportive and stimulating environment at the University of Hawaii!