UC Merced invites new international transfer and continuing international undergrads to apply for the UC Merced International Student Scholarship. The Scholarship is a competitive award for international degree-seeking undergraduates. In order to be eligible to apply, students must be:
- On an F-1 student visa
- Enrolled full-time in a program of study
- In good academic standing
International Student Scholarship is awarded competitively. Because the International Student Scholarship is a competitive award, not all applicants will receive awards. For those who do receive awards, amounts awarded may vary depending on the relative strengths of the applications received. For the 2024-25 academic year, it is anticipated that Scholarship award amounts will be between $5,000 and $10,000 (note: the continuation of the Scholarship in 2025-26 and subsequent years is dependent on its continued funding). Awards will be disbursed in two payments of 50% of the total amount awarded: the first payment will be issued in Fall Semester, the second in Spring Semester. Eligible students may apply for the Scholarship in subsequent years.
Students who receive the Scholarship are expected to share their international perspective when opportunities are available. Opportunities may include, for instance, participation in events or activities such as International Education Week, the Conversation Partner Program, and student organizations.
The scholarship application can be found by clicking this link here:
Any questions about the UC Merced International Student Scholarship should be directed International Students and Scholars (iss@ucmerced.edu).
