Iowa State University Scholarship in USA 2026 (Borel Global Fellows Program)

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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
Worldwide
Region
Worldwide
Institution
Iowa State University
Study level
PhD
Funding
Partial Funding

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

This listing covers a Scholarships opportunity for eligible applicants. The application deadline is January 15, 2026.

KEY DETAILS - Deadline: January 15, 2026

ELIGIBILITY - Must be accepted into a graduate program at Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. - Must be a citizen of a nation in Sub-Saharan Africa. - Must pledge to use graduate school as a means of preparing for a profession centered on enhancing Sub-Saharan Africa’s food security. - Most graduate research must be done in Sub-Saharan Africa. - Must show that, after earning their graduate degree, they intend to reside and work in Sub-Saharan Africa. - The United States of America is the host nation. - Study in the United States of America. - Category: Master’s, PhD, and Postgraduate Scholarships. - Citizens of Sub-Saharan African nations are eligible. - Benefits of the Scholarship: Complete Funding | $25,000 Annual Stipend. - IELTS is not necessary for English proficiency. - Benefits :. - Offers graduate stipends of up to $25,000 year per student, or a mix of research grants and a partial stipend. - Duration of funding: 30 months for master’s students and 42 months for doctoral students. - There is additional funding available for research-related travel to and from Africa.

Official reference

Program Overview

Iowa State University Scholarship in USA 2026 (Borel Global Fellows Program) is listed on our platform as a partial funding scholarship for international applicants interested in opportunities in Worldwide.

The opportunity is connected to Iowa State University, which administers or hosts the program.

Typical study or experience level: PhD.

Geographic focus: Worldwide.

Funding type: Partial Funding. Always verify exact financial coverage on the official program page.

About the Host

Iowa State University is associated with this scholarship. Review the official website for faculty contacts, campus details, and any department-specific requirements before you apply.

Required Documents - Completed application form - Academic transcripts and degree certificates - Passport or national ID copy - CV or résumé - Statement of purpose or motivation letter - Recommendation letters (if required by the program) - Proof of language proficiency (if applicable)

How to Apply - Read the full eligibility criteria and confirm you meet every requirement. - Prepare all required documents and have certified copies ready if the program asks for them. - Submit your application through the official website: https://glorno.com/index.php/2025/11/04/iowa-state-university-scholarship-in-usa-2026-borel-global-fellows-program-fully-funded/ - Keep confirmation emails, reference numbers, and submission screenshots for your records. - Monitor your email for interview invitations, document requests, or admission decisions.

Requirements & preparation

Review eligibility, benefits, and documents before you apply

Eligibility criteria

13 requirements to review

  • Must be accepted into a graduate program at Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
  • Must be a citizen of a nation in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Must pledge to use graduate school as a means of preparing for a profession centered on enhancing Sub-Saharan Africa’s food security.
  • Most graduate research must be done in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Must show that, after earning their graduate degree, they intend to reside and work in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • The United States of America is the host nation.
  • Study in the United States of America.
  • Category: Master’s, PhD, and Postgraduate Scholarships.
  • Citizens of Sub-Saharan African nations are eligible.

Benefits of the Scholarship: Complete Funding | $25,000 Annual Stipend.

  • IELTS is not necessary for English proficiency.

Benefits :.

  • Offers graduate stipends of up to $25,000 year per student, or a mix of research grants and a partial stipend.
  • Duration of funding: 30 months for master’s students and 42 months for doctoral students.
  • There is additional funding available for research-related travel to and from Africa.

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationNov 3, 2025
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Worldwide

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Next step

Ready to apply?

Use the official application website to submit your application directly to the program organizer. The link opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide open.

https://glorno.com/index.php/2025/11/04/iowa-state-university-scholarship-in-usa-2026-borel-global-fellows-program-fully-funded/

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