Applications for the 2025 Cohort of Samvid Scholars will open on Monday, February 10th, 2025!
About Samvid Scholars:
Samvid Scholars is a prestigious, merit-based graduate scholarship program that empowers mission-driven graduate students with an exceptional track record of impact. The program aims to drive transformative societal change by supporting students who demonstrate leadership potential, a commitment to social good, and a dedication to making a difference in their communities and the world.
Key Details for the 2025 Cohort:
Application Opens: Monday, February 10th, 2025
Application Closes: Monday, April 14th, 2025, at 3:00 pm ET
What Makes Samvid Scholars Unique?
The Samvid Scholars program is not just about funding – it’s about fostering leadership and creating a lasting community. The program provides:
Up to $50,000 per year for two years to support graduate studies in eligible programs.
Two years of leadership development programming to equip scholars with valuable skills and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse community of social impact leaders.
A lifelong alumni network that offers ongoing support and connection beyond the initial two years of funding.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the Samvid Scholars program, candidates must:
Be pursuing a full-time graduate program of two years or longer at a university in the United States. Eligible programs include:
MD, MBA, JD, MPP/MPA, MPH
MS/MA in social sciences or STEM
Be a first-year graduate student for the 2025-2026 academic year
Have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.5
Be a U.S. citizen or DACA recipient
Learn More:
To learn more about the Samvid Scholars program and to access a recording of a recent info session that provides further details, please visit the website.