{"id":283,"date":"2026-02-23T06:19:05","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T06:19:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mox.scholars.co.tz\/?p=283"},"modified":"2026-02-23T06:19:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T06:19:05","slug":"2026-capital-university-international-scholarships-up-to-29000-annual-grant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scholars.co.tz\/mox\/2026\/02\/23\/2026-capital-university-international-scholarships-up-to-29000-annual-grant\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Capital University International Scholarships: Up to $29,000 Annual Grant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">2026 Capital University International Scholarships: Up to $29,000 Annual Grant<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">Capital University is committed to making education affordable for global talents. For the 2026 academic year, the university offers competitive merit-based scholarships that can significantly reduce the cost of tuition. These awards are &#8220;stackable,&#8221; meaning you can receive multiple grants depending on your qualifications and choice of major.<\/p>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"6\">Scholarship &amp; Grant Summary<\/h2>\n<table data-path-to-node=\"7\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Host Institution<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,1,1,0\">Capital University (Columbus, Ohio), USA<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Study Level<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,2,1,0\">Undergraduate (Bachelor\u2019s Degree)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Main Merit Award<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">$20,000 &#8211; $29,000 per year<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Total 4-Year Value<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Up to $116,000+<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Eligible Countries<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,5,1,0\">All International Students<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Priority Deadline<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">December 1, 2026<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"9\">Breakdown of Financial Benefits<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"10\">Capital University uses a &#8220;stackable&#8221; aid system, allowing students to combine different awards:<\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"11\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Main Street Scholarship:<\/b> A foundational award of at least <b data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\">$20,000 per year<\/b> ($80,000 over four years) given to every admitted international student.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Capital Merit Scholarship:<\/b> Based on your high school GPA (converted to the U.S. 4.0 scale), you can receive an additional <b data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"122\">$2,000 to $9,000 per year<\/b>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Comet Community Award:<\/b> An additional <b data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"37\">$5,000 annual grant<\/b> specifically for students who choose to live in on-campus housing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Specialty Awards:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Music Majors:<\/b> Up to $5,500 extra (based on audition\/portfolio).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Sibling Award:<\/b> $1,000 if a sibling is also enrolled.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Lutheran Heritage Grant:<\/b> $1,000 for students with Lutheran church affiliations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"13\">Eligibility Requirements for 2026<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"14\">To qualify for these awards, you must:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"15\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Admission:<\/b> Be a newly admitted, full-time international undergraduate student.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Academic Standing:<\/b> Have a minimum high school GPA (usually <b data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\">2.5 or higher<\/b> is required for admission, but higher GPAs yield bigger scholarships).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">English Proficiency:<\/b> While some social media posts say &#8220;No IELTS,&#8221; the university <b data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"82\">does require<\/b> proof of English unless you are from an exempt country. Accepted tests include:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">IELTS:<\/b> 6.0+<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">TOEFL iBT:<\/b> 71+<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Duolingo (DET):<\/b> 110+<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"15,2,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">WAEC\/NECO:<\/b> A or B in English (for specific West African countries).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"17\">Required Documents for Admission<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"18\">Since the admission application <i data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"32\">is<\/i> the scholarship application, ensure you submit:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"19\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Academic Transcripts:<\/b> Official secondary school records (translated to English).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">English Test Scores:<\/b> Sent directly from the testing agency (Code: 1099).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Copy of Passport:<\/b> For identification and visa processing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Financial Certification:<\/b> Bank statements showing you can cover the remaining costs after the scholarship is applied.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"21\">How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide<\/h2>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"22\">Step 1: Submit Your Application<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"23\">Apply via the <b data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"14\">Capital University International Application<\/b> or the <b data-path-to-node=\"23\" data-index-in-node=\"66\">Common Application<\/b>. There is no separate scholarship form to fill out.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"24\">Step 2: Send Official Transcripts<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"25\">Request your school to send official transcripts directly to <code data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"61\">transcripts@capital.edu<\/code>. Unofficial copies uploaded by students are usually not accepted for final scholarship offers.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"26\">Step 3: Receive Your Offer<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"27\">If accepted, your admission letter will include your specific scholarship amount. You will know exactly how much you have been awarded on the same day you are admitted.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"28\">Step 4: Finalize Financials<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"29\">Work with the <b data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"14\">Center for Global Education<\/b> to provide the necessary &#8220;Affidavit of Support&#8221; to receive your <b data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"106\">I-20 document<\/b> for the U.S. student visa.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"31\">Important Dates<\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"32\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"32,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Priority Deadline:<\/b> December 1, 2026 (for the best scholarship consideration).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"32,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Program Start:<\/b> August 2027.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"33\"><b data-path-to-node=\"33\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Official Link:<\/b> <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.capital.edu\/admission-aid\/international-students\/international-student-scholarships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwi6wPLl3-6SAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQowU\">Capital University International Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2026 Capital University International Scholarships: Up to $29,000 Annual Grant Capital University is committed to making education affordable for global talents. 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