Rotary Foundation Ambassadorial Scholarship

The Rotary Foundation Global Grant Scholarships support graduate-level study in Rotary’s areas of focus: peace, disease prevention, water and sanitation, maternal health, education, and economic development. Scholars become Rotary Ambassadors, sharing their experiences with clubs during and after their studies.

• Be a citizen of a country where Rotary is active
• Have completed at least two years of college coursework
• Not have studied in your proposed host country within 5 years
• Have conversational ability in host country language
• Must align with Rotary's areas of focus

• USD 30,000 toward tuition
• Housing
• Transportation
• And other costs
• Cultural immersion activities
• Rotary club connections worldwide
• Lifelong membership in Rotary alumni network

• Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
• Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
• Two academic reference letters
• English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+)
• Updated CV/Resume
• Statement of purpose / Motivation letter
• Proof of financial capability (if applicable)

• Note: the Rotary Foundation's Ambassadorial Scholarships programme ended in 2013 and was replaced by Rotary Global Grant Scholarships, which fund graduate-level study or research abroad (one to four years) in one of Rotary's areas of focus
• Prospective scholars apply through a local Rotary club or district (find one via the Rotary Club Locator), which sponsors and submits the global-grant application online, and must secure university admission before final approval
• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis (submit at least about three months before departure)