2027-2028 Academic Year
OpensTo Be Announced
DeadlineApril 10, 2027
Scholarship Opportunity
James B. Pearson Fellowship
Offered by Kansas Board of Regents
The James B. Pearson Fellowship supports graduate students at Kansas public universities who pursue study abroad experiences that foster a broader global perspective. Preference is given to students whose academic work is directly related to foreign affairs and international studies.
EssayRequired
RenewableNo
Grade LevelGraduate Student
Application Timeline
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Eligibility
- Be a Kansas resident for at least five years before the study abroad program begins.
- Be accepted into a graduate program at an eligible Kansas public university.
- Participate in an approved study abroad program.
- Pursue a program of study related to foreign affairs or another qualifying international field.
Requirements
- Complete the fellowship application.
- Submit a detailed study abroad proposal.
- Provide required academic documentation.
- Submit all required supporting materials before the application deadline.
How to Apply
- 1Develop an approved graduate study abroad program.
- 2Complete the James B. Pearson Fellowship application.
- 3Prepare a statement describing your proposed international study.
- 4Submit all required supporting documents.
- 5Apply before the April 10 priority deadline.
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