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PEO International Peace Scholarships for Women – Graduate Studies in Canada and the US
PEO International Peace Scholarships for Women – Graduate Studies in Canada and the US - Masters, Post a Comment
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- Various
- Host country
- United States
- Region
- Americas
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The PEO International Peace Scholarships for Women is a program that assists females in achieving their goals to pursue graduate studies in Canada and the US. If this sounds like an opportunity you would not want to miss, then check out the details below!
**Application deadline:** December 15, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the PEO International Peace Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/peo-international-peace-scholarships-for-women-graduate-studies-in-canada-and-the-us/#h-benefits-of-the-peo-international-peace-scholarships)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Women](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/peo-international-peace-scholarships-for-women-graduate-studies-in-canada-and-the-us/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-women)
- [How to Apply for Graduate Studies in Canada and the US](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/peo-international-peace-scholarships-for-women-graduate-studies-in-canada-and-the-us/#h-how-to-apply-for-graduate-studies-in-canada-and-the-us)
## Benefits of the PEO International Peace Scholarships
PEO members think that education is critical to global peace and understanding. The scholarship is awarded based on demonstrable financial need, although it is not designed to cover all academic or personal expenditures.
A student can receive up to $12,500 in funding. Individual needs may result in less sums being awarded.
The scholarship is awarded based on financial need, although it is not meant to cover all academic or personal expenditures. The applicant must confirm additional financial resources adequate to pay her expected expenses at the time of application. Personal and family finances, tuition waivers, labor scholarships, teaching assistantships, study grants, and other scholarships may be available as additional resources.
In May, the winners will be announced. The PEO International scholarship will be split into two payments, one in August and the other in December.
Stay in the loop! Get weekly updates on new scholarships offerings here.
## Eligibility Criteria for Women
In order to qualify for a PEO International Peace Scholarship, interested applicants must first meet the following criteria:
- An candidate must be eligible for full-time graduate study at an authorized institution or university in the United States or Canada and be studying toward a graduate degree.
- A student who is a U.S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident is not eligible.
- Research, internships, and practical training are not eligible for scholarships unless they are integrated with courses. Awards should not be used to settle old debts.
- To be eligible for her first scholarship, a candidate must have completed a full year of study, be enrolled, and reside in the United States for the whole school year.
- First-time applicants must be doctoral students who have finished coursework and are only working on dissertations.
## How to Apply for Graduate Studies in Canada and the US
You may start the application process by viewing and accomplishing the [online eligibility form](https://peointernational.communityforce.com/Funds/FundDetails.aspx?496F49596D593768464E3537506B6F754D5442315A77324E68315450527A792B6F427358794161712F5673347735534D6E30554B41445A64327A70306F774161503373686A37594F4539493D). Also, please take note of the following submission details:
- **March 1, 2022:** Last day to submit completed application materials from applicants already enrolled in the graduate program and school for which their scholarship is intended.
- **April 1, 2022:** Last day to submit completed application materials from applicants not yet enrolled in the graduate program or school for which the scholarship is intended. Last day to submit completed application materials for applicants who will be attending Cottey College.
Please visit the [official PEO website](http://www.peointernational.org/about-peo-international-peace-scholarship-ips) for further details.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Willing to study in United States
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the PEO International Peace Scholarships for Women – Graduate Studies in Canada and the US?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to United States for the duration of the programme.
Is the PEO International Peace Scholarships for Women – Graduate Studies in Canada and the US fully funded?+
Funding model: Tuition Only. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.