Knight Hennessy Scholars Scholarship, Stanford University 2026

Scholarship Amount

Multiple awards

About This Scholarship

Stanford University invites applications for the Knight Hennessy Scholars Scholarship, Stanford University 2026. This opportunity is open to students holding a Bachelor's degree who intend to enroll in a full-time graduate degree program at Stanford.

The scholarship aims to provide a unique opportunity for scholars to develop both the range and depth of subject expertise necessary to address the numerous grand opportunities and challenges of the future. Selected candidates will receive multiple awards designed to fully support their graduate studies.

Benefits of this scholarship include:
• Full tuition coverage
• A generous stipend for academic and living expenses
• A travel stipend to facilitate their studies
• Coverage for other related expenses

Every year, up to 100 high-achieving students are selected for this prestigious scholarship. Selection is based on identifying individuals who are independent thinkers, display purposeful leadership qualities, and possess a strong civic orientation.

The application deadline for this scholarship is 8 October 2025, at 1 AM Pacific Time.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Knight Hennessy Scholars Scholarship, an applicant must fulfill the following criteria:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree obtained in 2019 or later.
• Be actively applying to enroll in a full-time graduate degree program at Stanford University.
• Satisfy all the specific requirements of their chosen graduate degree program, which may include submitting scores from standardized tests such as GMAT, GRE, LSAT, or MCAT.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the English language as required by Stanford University.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare and submit the following required documents as part of their application:

• A resume not exceeding one page in length.
Academic transcripts from all previously attended institutions.
• Scores from standardized English proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE.
Recommendation letters from individuals who can speak to the applicant's academic and personal strengths.
• An original essay of no more than 1,000 words.

How to Apply

Eligible applicants can apply for the Knight Hennessy Scholars Scholarship by following these detailed steps:

Step 1: Navigate to the official website of the scholarship program. Look for and click on the 'Apply Now' button, which will typically be prominently displayed.

Step 2: If you are a new user, click the 'Register' button and accurately fill in all the required registration details. If you have previously registered, simply log in using your Gmail account, mobile number, or email ID.

Step 3: After logging in or registering, scroll down the page and click the 'Apply' button to initiate the application process for this specific scholarship.

Step 4: Carefully read through all the instructions provided on the application portal to ensure a complete and accurate submission.

Step 5: Click the 'Start your application' button to begin filling out the form.

Step 6: New users will need to create an account within the application system, while existing users can log in to continue their application.

Step 7: Once successfully logged into your account, proceed to fill out all sections of the application form with accurate information.

Step 8: Upload all necessary supporting documents as specified in the 'Required Documents' section. Ensure all files meet the specified format and size requirements.

Step 9: Review your entire application thoroughly for any errors or missing information. Once satisfied, submit your application.