Karsh International Scholarship at Duke University

The Karsh International Scholarship at Duke University is a merit-and-need based undergraduate award for international students entering Duke as first-year applicants. It is administered through Duke's admissions and financial aid processes rather than a separate external portal. For selected scholars, Duke publishes full tuition, room and board, mandatory fees, and additional support based on demonstrated need, plus funding opportunities for approved summer experiences.

USABachelorsFully FundedDeadline: November 3, 2026 (Early Decision) or January 5, 2027 (Regular Decision); aid deadlines: November 3, 2026 (ED) and February 1, 2027 (RD)

Official source: Duke University Office of University Scholars and Fellows • Last updated:

Eligibility

Minimum GPA/grades
Merit threshold is provider/program-dependent (confirm official source)
Work experience
Requirement varies by scholarship type and provider
Field of study
Program-dependent; applicants must match eligible disciplines listed by the provider
Residency requirement
May apply for country-targeted or region-targeted schemes
Document language/translations
Certified translations/legalization may be required for non-native-language documents
Current enrollment status
Depends on call rules (new-admit vs currently-enrolled categories may differ)
Eligible nationalities
International first-year applicants to Duke undergraduate admission
Degree level
Bachelor's (first undergraduate degree)
Study location
United States
Academic background
Strong secondary-school profile that meets Duke admission standards
Admission required
Yes, scholarship consideration is tied to Duke admission and financial aid review
Financial profile
Demonstrated financial need is required under the published Karsh framework
Citizenship condition
Applicants with dual U.S./other-country citizenship are not eligible under Karsh FAQ guidance
Prior degree rule
Applicants who already hold a BA/BS are not eligible
Language requirements
Must satisfy Duke undergraduate English requirements under admissions policy

Benefits

Stipend
Varies by provider/call; check official source for amount and payment terms
Travel
Provider-dependent; some schemes include one-time travel support
Health insurance
Coverage depends on scholarship conditions and host-country rules
Other benefits
Additional support may include research, books, or orientation allowances (scheme-dependent)
Visa/residence support
Some schemes provide limited support; verify visa-fee or permit support on official source
Application fee
Fee policy is portal/provider-specific; confirm before submission
Tuition
Full tuition coverage for selected scholars
Accommodation
Room and board coverage for selected scholars
Mandatory fees
Covered under scholarship terms for selected scholars
Need-based support
Demonstrated financial need beyond base costs can be covered under Duke's published program terms
Summer funding
Three summers of funding for research, unpaid internships, and other approved opportunities

Application process

  1. Where to apply: Apply through Duke first-year undergraduate admissions and financial aid channels
  2. Admission route: Submit Duke application by Early Decision or Regular Decision deadline
  3. Aid submission: Complete CSS Profile and other required aid documents by the matching aid deadline
  4. Checklist completion: Submit all admission and aid checklist items requested in your applicant portal
  5. Selection method: Duke evaluates admission merit and financial need under official scholarship criteria
  6. Final decision: Track admissions and aid communications for offer and scholarship-related outcomes
  7. Account/nomination: Create an account or complete nomination/referral steps where the provider requires it.

Required documents

  • Duke first-year admission application materials
  • Secondary-school transcripts and required school reports
  • Teacher/counselor recommendations required by admissions
  • CSS Profile and required financial aid documents
  • Additional financial verification files requested in the portal (if applicable)
  • Passport/identity details needed for international admission processing
  • Degree certificates / diplomas (if applicable)
  • CV/Resume
  • Motivation letter / statement of purpose
  • Language test score (IELTS/TOEFL) if required
  • Certified translations (if required)
  • Portfolio / research proposal (if required)
  • Medical / health certificate (if required)
  • Any additional forms requested by the provider

Good to know

  • Karsh does not use a standalone external application portal; it is integrated with Duke admission and aid review.
  • Meeting minimum admission standards does not guarantee Karsh selection because awards are highly competitive.
  • Use Duke's live admissions and aid checklist pages each cycle because deadline dates can shift.

FAQ

Is the Karsh scholarship fully funded?

For selected scholars, Duke lists tuition, room and board, mandatory fees, demonstrated-need coverage, and summer funding support.

Can any international student apply?

International first-year applicants can be considered if they meet Duke admission and financial aid requirements.

Is there a separate Karsh application form?

No separate public Karsh form is listed. Applicants apply to Duke and complete required financial aid steps.

Which deadline should I follow?

Follow Duke's first-year admission timeline (Early Decision or Regular Decision) and the matching financial aid deadline.

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Applications are completed on the official provider website. Be cautious with third-party sites and always verify scholarship details at the source.

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