International Peace Scholarship Fund

The International Peace Scholarship Fund was established in 1949 by P.E.O. International to provide scholarships for international women students to pursue graduate study in the United States or Canada. The scholarship provides financial assistance to women from outside the United States and Canada who are seeking advanced degrees from accredited colleges or universities in the U.S. or Canada, with the expectation that students will return to their home countries to utilize their education to make a positive impact and foster global peace. To qualify for their first scholarship, applicants must have a full year of coursework remaining and be enrolled and in residence for the entire school year. Doctoral students who have completed coursework and are working only on dissertations are not eligible as first-time applicants. The scholarship is designed to support women pursuing graduate education across various fields including arts, business, education, health, humanities, public service, social sciences, and STEM. Scholarships are awarded annually with a two-stage application process, beginning with eligibility forms due in December and full applications due in February. Awards can provide up to $12,500 to support graduate education expenses. Recipients are expected to return to their home countries upon completion of their studies to apply their education toward positive impact in their communities and contribute to international peace.