Scholarship

Knight-Hennessy Scholars

Offered by Stanford University

  • United States
  • Master's · MBA · PhD / Doctorate
  • Fully Funded

Closed Applications closed. Next application cycle has not been announced

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Last verified: September 26, 2026

Quick facts

Provider
Stanford University
Study destination
United States
Level
Master's, MBA, PhD / Doctorate
Funding
Fully Funded
Eligible students
Applicants to Stanford graduate programmes (see the eligibility rules on the official website)
Deadline
Applications closed. Next application cycle has not been announced
Duration
Up to three years
Application method
Separate scholarship application; Multiple-stage application

Overview

Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University develop expertise in their Stanford graduate programme and take part in the King Global Leadership Program of workshops, lectures and projects. Scholars receive up to three years of funding for graduate study, including JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, DMA and PhD programmes and joint degrees.

Who Can Apply

Applicants to Stanford graduate degree programmes who apply separately to Knight-Hennessy Scholars.

Am I eligible? A quick check

  • Applicants to Stanford graduate programmes (see the eligibility rules on the official website)
  • Study in United States
  • Level: Master's, MBA, PhD / Doctorate

This is a summary. The official eligibility rules decide who can apply.

Study Destination

Universities

Education Level

Eligible Nationalities

Applicants to Stanford graduate programmes (see the eligibility rules on the official website)

Eligibility can change between cycles. Confirm your country on the official website.

What Does This Scholarship Cover?

Tuition

  • Full tuition fees (covered)

Living costs

  • Living allowance (covered)

Travel

  • Airfare (covered)
  • Relocation allowance (covered)

Books and materials

  • Books and study materials (covered)

"Fully funded" here means the published coverage includes full tuition and a living allowance. Costs not listed above may not be covered.

Funding Details

In each of the first three years: a fellowship covering tuition and associated fees; a stipend for living and academic expenses (room and board, books, supplies, local transport and reasonable personal expenses); and a travel stipend for one economy-class trip a year to and from Stanford. New scholars also receive a one-time relocation stipend; second- and third-year scholars may apply for supplemental funds for academic enrichment.

Application Deadline

Status
Closed Applications closed. Next application cycle has not been announced
Deadline
October 6, 2026, 1 pm Pacific Time
Deadline type
Fixed deadline
Current cycle
2027 cohort

You must also apply to your Stanford graduate programme by that programme's own deadline.

Deadlines change every cycle. Always confirm the current dates on the official website.

How to Apply

Both, separately: The scholarship and university admission are separate applications, each with its own requirements and deadlines.

Important: scholarship eligibility and university admission requirements may be different. Check both before applying.

Duration and Renewal

Duration: Up to three years

Renewal: Covers the whole programme

Last verified: September 26, 2026

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