About this opportunity
The AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship supports high-achieving international first-year applicants who show leadership, service, and commitment to positive civic change.
The American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship offered by American University for applicants heading to United States.
Who should apply?
This may be a fit if the following points describe you. Always use the official criteria as the final check.
- International applicants who need a non-immigrant student visa
- Strong academic record, leadership, volunteerism, and service orientation
- Applicants should confirm current graduation year, English proficiency, and admission rules on the official AU page
What the opportunity may offer
- Full AU EGL scholarships cover billable AU expenses such as full tuition, room, and board
- Partial AU EGL scholarships may also be offered in the same review process
- Non-billable expenses remain the student's responsibility according to the official page
Required documents
- Common Application and AU admission documents
- AU EGL scholarship application and essays
- Bank letter and AU Declaration of Finances Form where required
- Official English proficiency score report where required
Application process
- Read the current AU EGLS instructions
- Submit the Common Application and required admission materials
- Create the applicant portal when invited
- Submit the AU EGL scholarship application and supporting documents by the official deadline
Before you apply
- □Check the deadline in your own time zone
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition set by American University
- □Prepare your 4 required documents in the format asked for
- □Ask referees early and share the official instructions
- □Review the official source once more before submitting
Deadline notes
The official page listed January 15, 2026 for Fall 2026 consideration. Check American University for the next confirmed cycle before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Is AU EGLS for international students?
Does the scholarship cover every cost?
Where should applicants verify the deadline?
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-30UShireZone is not affiliated with American University. We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.