Global Education Graduate Merit Scholarship

This includes:

• Transcripts and test scores (including GRE/GMAT) as required by the program/department
• Recommendations
• Writing sample
• Statement of purpose
• Copy of resume/CV
• Financial statement and signed sponsorship letter/affidavit of support
• Proof of English proficiency
• A copy of you passport or government identification.

The Global Education Graduate Merit Scholarship is a scholarship awarded to international graduate students based on the criteria of merit and the student's total estimated cost balance. Scholarship applies only to WMU academic tuition.

Eligibility:

• Initial F-1 or J-1 international graduate student applicants admitted for fall or spring semesters.
• Minimum GPA: 3.50/4.00 (WMU will convert all international grading systems to a 4-point scale).
• Please note, we receive more eligible applicants than available scholarships. As such, being eligible does not guarantee you will receive the scholarship.

Exclusions:

• Visa holders other than F-1/J-1 international students.
• Students fully funded for tuition through Governmental/NGO scholarships or fully funded WMU assistantships.
• International graduate students applying for and enrolled in fully online degree programs (programs comprised of all online courses).