Baylor University, a prestigious private Christian university in Waco, Texas, offers various graduate scholarships for international students.
The Baylor University Graduate Scholarship offers full tuition remission, a multi-year research or teaching assistantship, and an 80% subsidy for student health insurance.
These scholarships aim to support students from diverse backgrounds in pursuing advanced studies in various disciplines.
TheRadar has gathered a complete guide on the application process for the 2024 Baylor University graduate scholarship.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the Baylor University Graduate Scholarship in 2024, international students must meet the following criteria:
1. Academic qualifications: Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a strong academic record from an accredited institution.
2. English language proficiency: Since English is the language of instruction at Baylor, applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency through standardised tests like the TOEFL or IELTS.
3. Admission requirements: Candidates must have applied for and been admitted to a full-time graduate programme at Baylor University.
4. Nationality: The scholarship is open to international students from any country outside the United States.
5. Standardized tests: Depending on the programme, GRE or GMAT scores may be required.
6. Other requirements: Some programmes may have specific prerequisites or qualifications, such as prior research experience or work in relevant fields.
Benefits of the scholarship
The Baylor University Graduate Scholarship offers a range of benefits for international students, including:
- Nearly all incoming Ph.D. students receive full tuition remission with a stipend, a multi-year research or teaching assistantship, and an 80% subsidy for student health insurance.
- Masters programmes offer varying levels of support, ranging from a partial tuition waiver to full tuition remission with a stipend.
Required documents
To apply for the Baylor University Graduate Scholarship, international students will need to submit the following documents:
1. Completed application form: The application form for the scholarship is usually available online.
2. Academic transcripts: Certified copies of all academic transcripts from previous institutions.
3. Proof of English proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS score reports.
4. Letters of recommendation: Two or three letters from professors or professionals who can vouch for the applicant's academic and research capabilities.
5. Statement of purpose: A personal statement or essay outlining academic goals, research interests, and how the scholarship will help achieve them.
6. Resume/CV: A detailed resume highlighting academic achievements, research experience, and professional work.
7. Standardized test scores: GRE or GMAT scores, if required by the specific programme.
Exemptions on test scores
International applicants are exempt from the TOEFL/IELTS requirement under the following circumstances:
- Have a conferred bachelor's (or higher) degree from an accredited institution in the United States.
- Have a conferred bachelor's (or higher) degree from an institution where English is the only language of instruction.
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident (this includes Puerto Rico).
Application process
To apply for the Baylor University Graduate Scholarship in 2024, follow these steps:
- Apply for a Masters or a PhD graduate programme
- Complete the online application.
- Pay the application fee. (Some professional programmes do not have an application fee.)
- Unofficial transcripts are sufficient for the application process.
- If you are admitted with unofficial transcripts, official transcripts must be sent to Baylor to validate your admission credentials.
Important dates
The scholarship application deadlines vary by programme, so check your department's deadline.
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