American University Emerging Global Leaders Scholarship 2026 (Deadline 14 January, 2026)
The AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship (AU EGLS) promotes educational access and opportunity while enhancing international diversity. Bringing together the best of AU—academic excellence, leadership development, and global engagement—AU Emerging Global Leader Scholars achieve, inspire, and serve with vision. The AU EGLs are dedicated to positive civic and social change to help address issues faced by under-resourced, underserved communities in their home country.
About American University (AU)
American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Our students distinguish themselves for their service, leadership, and ability to rethink global and domestic challenges and opportunities. At AU passion becomes action; students actively engage in the world around them; and the leaders of today train the leaders of tomorrow….
American University Emerging Global Leaders Scholarship
| Application Deadline | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Country to study | United States |
| School to study | American University |
| Type | Undergraduate |
| Sponsor | American University (AU) |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of American University Emerging Global Leaders Scholarship
- The AU EGL scholarship covers all billable AU expenses (full tuition, room, and board)
- AU will also offer up to eight additional AU EGL partial scholarships valued at up to US$40,000/per year.
Requirements for American University Emerging Global Leaders Scholarship Qualification
You are NOT eligible to apply if:
- You are a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, U.S. pending permanent resident, or dual citizen of the U.S. and another country.
- You are enrolled in or have already begun any post-secondary studies at another university in your home country or the United States.
- You graduated secondary school earlier than 2023.
Application Deadline
January 14, 2026
How to Apply
he AU Emerging Global Leadership Scholarship application process involves two steps:
- Step 1: Applicants who wish to be considered for AU EGLS full or partial scholarships must first submit their Common application and all supporting documents before January 15, 2026.
- Step 2: Submit the AU EGL Scholarship application and essays via your applicant portal by the required January 15, 2026 deadline. You must complete Step 1 before submitting the AU EGLS application. Late applications will not be considered.
We recommend that AU Emerging Leader Scholarship applicants apply Regular Decision for Fall 2026, though some early applicants may be deferred for further consideration for the AU EGLS award. Finalists and award winners will be notified by April 1st, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact intadm@american.edu.
For more details, visit American University Washington, DC Scholarship webpage
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