Knight Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University 2026

Knight Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University 2026

The Knight Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University 2026 provides full funding for graduate studies in selected subjects. This prestigious award supports Masters, MBA, and PhD degree seekers regardless of nationality. The scholarship covers tuition and associated fees, a stipend for living and academic expenses, travel stipends for annual economy-class trips to Stanford, and a one-time relocation stipend for newly enrolling scholars.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must enroll in a full-time Stanford graduate degree program.
• Applicants can be of any nationality.
• Applicants must demonstrate skills in independence of thought, purposeful leadership, and civic mindset.

Application Process

• Interested candidates must apply online for the scholarship.
• The application should include the following components: Resume, Transcripts and test scores, Recommendation letters, and Short answers and essay.

Value of the Award

The successful candidates can avail of the following benefits:

• Tuition and associated fees
• Stipend for living and academic expenses
• Travel stipend to cover an economy-class ticket for one annual trip to and from Stanford
• One-time relocation stipend to offset some of the costs associated with relocation to the area and/or technology purchases (Newly enrolling scholars only)
• Scholars in their second and third years may apply for supplemental funds to support academic enrichment activities

Applicants can start their application here. The deadline for sending your application is 06 Oct 2026.