Dartmouth College has officially announced the commencement of applications for its King Scholars Program, a fully funded undergraduate scholarship for outstanding international students beginning in the 2026 academic year. (SchoolNewsNG)
A Transformative Opportunity
The King Scholars Program seeks talented students from low-income and developing countries who exhibit strong academic merit, leadership potential, and a commitment to tackling poverty in their home nations. (Dartmouth Students)
Recipients will benefit from a comprehensive support package over four years, including:
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Full tuition, room, and board coverage (Dartmouth Students)
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Health insurance (Dartmouth Students)
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A personal computer in the first year (SchoolNewsNG)
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Annual travel allowance between Dartmouth and the scholar’s home country (Dartmouth Students)
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Access to mentorship, leadership training, and internship placements (Global Dartmouth)
Beyond financial support, the program offers holistic guidance and fosters a tight-knit community of scholars who share a vision of social impact. (Dartmouth Students)
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
To be considered, applicants must:
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Come from low-income or developing countries (Global Dartmouth)
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Demonstrate academic excellence and capacity to succeed at a top U.S. university (SchoolNewsNG)
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Show evidence of leadership, community engagement, and a desire to address poverty in their home region (SchoolNewsNG)
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Be proficient in English (SchoolNewsNG)
Importantly, all international students who apply to Dartmouth are automatically considered for the King Scholars Program. However, candidates are encouraged to enhance their applications by submitting an additional recommendation via Dartmouth’s Recommend a Scholar portal. (SchoolNewsNG)
Key Dates & Application Process
The Early Decision application deadline is November 1, 2025. (SchoolNewsNG) Applicants should apply through the official Dartmouth admissions portal. (SchoolNewsNG)
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interviews as part of the selection process. (kingphilanthropies.org)
Impact and Legacy
Since its establishment, the King Scholars Program has sought to cultivate a generation of global changemakers. Scholars are expected to return to their home nations after graduation, armed with education, networks, and leadership skills to address pressing social and economic challenges. (kingphilanthropies.org)
Financial support for this program stems from King Philanthropies, which endowed it to support this mission of global uplift and innovation. (kingphilanthropies.org
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