About this opportunity
Knight-Hennessy Scholars is a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate community at Stanford University. Scholars develop deep domain expertise in their Stanford graduate programme while taking part in the King Global Leadership Program (KGLP), funded by a gift from Dorothy and Robert King, MBA '60, which offers a diverse menu of leadership development programming that scholars fit around their academic schedules to strengthen their multicultural and multidisciplinary perspective.
Scholars receive funding for up to three years for any graduate degree at Stanford, including the JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, DMA and PhD programmes. During each of the first three years, scholars receive a fellowship covering tuition and associated fees, a stipend for living and academic expenses such as room and board and books, and a travel stipend for one annual economy-class trip to and from Stanford. Newly enrolling scholars also receive a one-time relocation stipend, and scholars in their second and third years may apply for supplemental funds for academic enrichment. Denning House serves as the dedicated hub for the Knight-Hennessy community, where scholars convene, collaborate and share ideas. All Knight-Hennessy scholars apply and are selected through a separate Knight-Hennessy application alongside their application to an eligible Stanford graduate degree programme.
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars is a fully funded scholarship offered by Stanford 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.
- Apply to and be accepted by an eligible Stanford graduate degree programme
- Meet Knight-Hennessy Scholars eligibility rules for the current cohort
- Demonstrate independence of thought, purposeful leadership, and civic mindset
What the opportunity may offer
- Funding toward Stanford graduate study according to programme rules
- Leadership development programming
- Community and cohort activities
Required documents
- Knight-Hennessy Scholars application
- Stanford graduate programme application
- Transcripts
- Résumé, recommendation letters, essays, and short-answer materials where required
Application process
- Review Knight-Hennessy eligibility and deadlines
- Select an eligible Stanford graduate programme
- Submit both the KHS application and Stanford programme application
- Complete interviews if invited
Before you apply
- □Check the deadline in your own time zone
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition set by Stanford 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
Not announced here as a reusable date. Applicants must check the current Knight-Hennessy Scholars application timeline and Stanford graduate programme deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Do applicants also apply to Stanford?
Is the deadline the same as the Stanford programme deadline?
What does the programme emphasize?
How much funding do Knight-Hennessy Scholars receive?
Scholars receive funding for up to three years for any graduate degree at Stanford. During each of the first three years, scholars receive a fellowship covering tuition and associated fees, a stipend for living and academic expenses such as room and board and books, and a travel stipend for one annual economy-class trip to and from Stanford. Newly enrolling scholars also receive a one-time relocation stipend, and scholars in their second and third years may apply for supplemental funds for academic enrichment.
What is the King Global Leadership Program?
The King Global Leadership Program (KGLP), funded by a gift from Dorothy and Robert King, MBA '60, offers a diverse menu of leadership development programming that scholars fit around their academic schedules. Through KGLP, scholars strengthen their multicultural and multidisciplinary perspective and develop leadership capabilities.
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-27UShireZone is not affiliated with Stanford University. We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.