MPOWER 2023 Global Citizen Scholarship for Undergraduate Students

fatima idrisFebruary 9, 2023

The Scholarships are awarded annually to international and DACA students enrolled at Universities MPOWER supports. They have intentionally designed this scholarship program to be as broad as possible to match the broad, diverse experiences of international students.

At MPOWER, they believe that they are not just expanding access to higher education. They are also creating globally-minded, multi-lingual, culturally-competent graduates poised to take on the world’s most pressing problems in science, technology, business, and public policy. In recognition of the extraordinary potential of these students, they have created the MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship.

About MPOWER Financing

Mpower Financing is a public-benefit corporation whose stated mission is to reduce the financial barriers to international education. It is based in Washington, DC, with an office in Bangalore, India. It was founded by Manu Smadja and Michael Davis in 2014, both of whom attended INSEAD in Paris where they met. Mpower Financing offers its student loans to students who cannot typically qualify for a loan from other banks or lenders unless they have a co-signer or collateral.

MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship

Type Undergraduate
Organisation MPOWER Financing
Country to study Canada
School to study–
Course to studyNot specified
State of Origin
Gender Men and Women
Application DeadlineJuly 15, 2023

Aim and Benefits of MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship

MPOWER will offer one $5,000 grand prize scholarship and two $1,000 scholarships for this scholarship cycle.

Requirements for MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship Qualification

Applicant must be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school that MPOWER supports, and
Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as applicable:
- For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
  - Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S.
  - Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
  - Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder)
- For study in Canada, this means the applicant meets one of these criteria:
  - Is a Canadian permanent resident
  - Has a valid Canadian study permit

Interview date, Process and Venue for MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship

Winners will be selected based solely on their essay submission. MPOWER will select winners based on:

The quality of the applicant’s essay; the essay should demonstrate clarity of thought, a compelling goals and vision, and superior communication skills in English;
The extent to which there is a clear nexus between the applicant’s intended field of study and his/her goals and aspirations; and
The applicant’s potential as a scientist, entrepreneur, leader, and/or change-maker who will make a positive impact.