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Global Excellence Scholarships

Global Excellence Scholarships (GES) are competitive, merit-based scholarships awarded to international freshmen or transfer students. All international students who apply by the deadline are automatically considered for a Global Excellence Scholarship.

Freshmen may receive scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 each year for up to four years. Transfer students may receive $10,000 per year for up to three years when entering the University in the fall semester. Transfer students entering in the spring semester will be considered for scholarships only on a funds-available basis.

Students must maintain their F-1 immigration status to remain eligible for these scholarships.

Scholarship Criteria

International Student
Full-Time
4-Year College Student
University of Minnesota

Amount

from $5,000 to $20,000 each year for up to four years