{"id":289,"date":"2026-02-23T06:47:06","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T06:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mox.scholars.co.tz\/?p=289"},"modified":"2026-02-23T06:47:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T06:47:06","slug":"stamps-scholars-program-full-ride-scholarship-in-the-usa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scholars.co.tz\/mox\/2026\/02\/23\/stamps-scholars-program-full-ride-scholarship-in-the-usa\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Stamps Scholars Program: Full Ride Scholarship in the USA"},"content":{"rendered":"

2026 Stamps Scholars Program: Full Ride Scholarship in the USA<\/p>\n

The Stamps Scholars Program<\/b> stands as one of the most prestigious merit-based scholarships in the United States. Founded in 2006 by Roe and Penny Stamps, the program aims to support “extraordinary students” by providing them with a full-ride education and access to a global network of leaders.<\/span><\/p>\n

In 2026, the program continues its mission by offering over 400 new scholarships<\/b> across its partner institutions, covering everything from tuition to international research projects.<\/p>\n

2026 Scholarship Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Category<\/strong><\/td>\nDetails<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Host Institutions<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n38 Partner Universities (e.g., Georgia Tech, Michigan, Miami, Dartmouth)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Study Level<\/b><\/span><\/td>\nUndergraduate (Bachelor\u2019s Degree)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Annual Reward<\/b><\/span><\/td>\nUp to $98,000<\/b> (Full Cost of Attendance)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total 4-Year Value<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n$80,000 – $392,000<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Enrichment Fund<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n$8,000 – $16,000<\/b> (One-time stipend)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Eligible Countries<\/b><\/span><\/td>\nAll Countries (International students are welcome)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Deadline<\/b><\/span><\/td>\nVaries by University<\/b> (Usually Oct – Dec 2025 for 2026 entry)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Key Benefits of Being a Stamps Scholar<\/h2>\n
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  1. \n

    Full Cost of Attendance:<\/b> This typically covers 100% of tuition, mandatory fees, on-campus housing, and meal plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  2. \n

    The Enrichment Fund:<\/b> A “dream fund” of up to $16,000<\/b> that you can use for study abroad, unpaid internships, scientific research (some scholars have gone to Antarctica!), or leadership conferences.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  3. \n

    National Network:<\/span><\/b> Access to a community of over 4,000 current scholars and alumni for mentorship and professional networking.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

  4. \n

    National Convention:<\/span><\/b> Invitations to the biennial Stamps Scholars National Convention to collaborate with bright minds from across the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Eligibility & Selection Criteria<\/h2>\n

    The Stamps Foundation does not look at financial need; the award is <\/span>100% merit-based<\/span><\/b>.<\/span> They seek students with:<\/p>\n