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Karsh International Scholarship

Duke University

A premium fully funded undergraduate scholarship at Duke University for international students, combining financial support with elite research funding.

Fully FundedUSAUndergraduateMerit
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Full Description

The Karsh International Scholarship at Duke University was created to bring together top international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and require financial assistance. Not only does it cover all tuition and living expenses for four years, but it also provides a unique enrichment fund to finance independent research, unpaid internships, and academic travel.

Benefits

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Full tuition, room, board, and mandatory fees for eight semesters
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Demonstrated need coverage ensuring zero financial burden on the family
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Up to $7,000 in enrichment funding for research, internships, or travel over the four years
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Dedicated faculty mentorship and cohort networking

Eligibility Criteria

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Must be an international student (not a US citizen or dual citizen)
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Must apply for undergraduate admission to Duke University
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Must demonstrate documented financial need
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Exceptional academic and extracurricular profile

Required Documents

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Common Application or Coalition Application to Duke
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CSS Profile and required financial aid documents
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High school transcripts and counselor recommendations
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Standardized test scores (as per Duke’s current policy)

Application Process

  1. Apply to Duke University via Early Decision or Regular Decision
  2. Submit all required international financial aid forms (CSS Profile)
  3. No separate scholarship application is required; all international applicants who apply for financial aid are considered
  4. Finalists are interviewed via video call in the spring

Important Information

•Duke’s international admission is need-aware. The Karsh Scholarship is one of the few ways international students receive full rides at Duke.
FundingFull tuition + room & board + research funding
CountryUSA
Study LevelUndergraduate
CategoryMerit
EligibilityOutstanding international applicants with demonstrated financial need entering Duke University
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