The four Academic Year 2025-2026 cycles for the S&S Scholarship Fund for International Students are now closed. Information regarding the Academic Year 2026-2027 cycles will be updated in Fall 2026.
Due to the support of generous donors, the International Center is excited to announce the creation of the S&S Scholarship Fund for International Students.
This fund aims to assist in removing financial barriers that could prevent international students from completing their U-M degree.
Please note: Due to its timeline, this scholarship may not be able to provide funding for urgent financial needs. If immediate financial support is required, please refer to the Student Funding webpage for general resources.
Eligibility
- Degree-seeking international students at U-M Ann Arbor
- Students must be enrolled full-time
- From African or Asian nations
- Holds F-1 or J-1 student visa status
- Students must be in good immigration standing for the semester for which they are seeking funding.
Selection Preferences
- Students with financial need who are STEM majors (see list)
- Undergraduate students
- Students who have not received this scholarship in the past
- Students without significant institutional or external funding (e.g. GSI/GSSA/GSRA positions, fellowships, governmental or other scholarships, or emergency funds)
Funding Uses
The S&S Scholarship Fund for International Students can be used to fund expenses including but not limited to:
- Tuition and fees
- Housing
- Food
- Healthcare expenses
- Other emergency needs
Award Amount
- Individual award generally ranges from $5,000-$12,000
Application Timeline
There are four application cycles during Academic Year 2025 - 2026.
Click the sections below to view the application opening and closing dates, award notification date, and the eligible semester(s) for funding in each application cycle.
- Cycle 1: Monday, September 15 - Monday, October 13, 2025
- Application opens: Monday, September 15, 2025
- Application closes: Monday, October 13, 2025
- Award notification by: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
- Eligible Semester(s) for Funding: Fall 2025 to Fall 2026
Note: All scholarship applications for Cycle 1 have been reviewed. You can view your application status by logging into your application portal. If you have been awarded a scholarship, please check your email for next steps. If you were not selected this cycle, you are welcome to reapply. We also encourage you to check out our Student Funding webpage for general funding information.
- Cycle 2: Monday, November 10 - Monday, December 8, 2025
- Application opens: Monday, November 10, 2025
- Application closes: Monday, December 8, 2025
- Award notification by: Friday, January 30, 2026
- Eligible Semester(s) for Funding: Winter 2026 to Fall 2026
Note: All scholarship applications for Cycle 2 have been reviewed. You can view your application status by logging into your application portal. If you have been awarded a scholarship, please check your email for next steps. If you were not selected this cycle, you are welcome to reapply. We also encourage you to check out our Student Funding webpage for general funding information.
- Cycle 3: Monday, January 12 - Monday, February 9, 2026
- Application opens: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Application closes: Monday, February 9, 2026
- Award notification by: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Eligible Semester(s) for Funding: Winter 2026 to Fall 2026
Note: All scholarship applications for Cycle 3 have been reviewed. You can view your application status by logging into your application portal. If you have been awarded a scholarship, please check your email for next steps. If you were not selected this cycle, you are welcome to reapply. We also encourage you to check out our Student Funding webpage for general funding information.
- Cycle 4: Monday, March 16 - Monday, April 13, 2026
- Application opens: Monday, March 16, 2026
- Application closes: Monday, April 13, 2026
- Award notification by: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
- Eligible Semester(s) for Funding: Spring 2026 to Fall 2026
Note: All scholarship applications for Cycle 4 have been reviewed. You can view your application status by logging into your application portal. If you have been awarded a scholarship, please check your email for next steps. If you were not selected this cycle, you are welcome to reapply. We also encourage you to check out our Student Funding webpage for general funding information.
Process and Disbursement
- Applicants should complete the S&S Scholarship Fund for International Students Application and include all appropriate and relevant supporting documentation.
- A committee will review completed applications and notify awardees according to the dates in the “Application Timeline” section.
- Students granted awards must accept the scholarship by the deadline indicated in the award notification.
- If there is an outstanding balance on the student account when funding is awarded, the funding will automatically be applied to the balance first. Exceptions may be considered by the Review Committee.
- Awarded funding given to support tuition expenses will be directly applied to student account fees in Fall, Winter, or Spring/Summer semesters based upon enrollment and application timeline.
Grant Taxes
Funds received are generally subject to tax withholding and are processed accordingly by the University. For more information about these taxes or to see if your country of citizenship has a tax treaty with the U.S., please review the following links:
- Non-Residents for Tax Purposes
- Payroll for Foreign Students, Faculty & Staff
- United States Income Tax Treaties - A to Z
How do I apply?
Apply to the S&S Scholarship Fund for International Students by clicking the “Apply Here” button below and completing the application.
Please email [email protected] if you encounter any technical difficulties while accessing the application form.