Global Leaders Full Scholarship
Up to three full scholarships for international first-year students entering Duke Kunshan University in Fall 2027, covering tuition and most living costs.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
China
Funding
Covers four years: tuition-free enrolment, subsidies for books, campus housing, DKU insurance and a meal stipend, one round-trip flight a year, a one-time laptop stipend, and costs of a junior-year Study Away semester at Duke.
Eligible applicants
First-year international applicants with full financial need and top academic record
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Overview
Global Leaders Full Scholarship is offered by Duke Kunshan University for Undergraduate study in China. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Tuition fees
Included
Housing
Included
Health insurance
Included
Flights
Included
Living stipend
Included
Covers four years: tuition-free enrolment, subsidies for books, campus housing, DKU insurance and a meal stipend, one round-trip flight a year, a one-time laptop stipend, and costs of a junior-year Study Away semester at Duke. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- All nationalities considered; applicant must be an international (non-Chinese) student
- International eligibility
- Applicants must also submit the CSS PROFILE and a separate scholarship application form with a 250-500 word essay.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Top 10% of the applicant pool
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Experience and personal requirements
- Financial needRequired
- Requires full financial need
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- China
Official eligibility summary
For first-year international applicants for Fall 2027 entry showing low income and considerable financial hardship, outstanding accomplishments with global leadership potential, academic excellence and a place in the top 10% of the applicant pool. Candidates of all nationalities are considered. Only up to 3 awards are made.
Applicant profile
- First-year international applicants with full financial need and top academic record
Study route
- Undergraduate study in China
Current-cycle criteria
- For first-year international applicants for Fall 2027 entry showing low income and considerable financial hardship, outstanding accomplishments with global leadership potential, academic excellence and a place in the top 10% of the applicant pool. Candidates of all nationalities are considered. Only up to 3 awards are made.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Common Application
- CSS PROFILE
- Scholarship essay (250-500 words)
- Media release consent form
How to apply
- 1
Submit the Common Application and required documents
- 2
Answer Yes to the need-based aid question
- 3
Submit the CSS PROFILE
- 4
Complete the Full Scholarship Application form with the essay
- 5
Attend an interview if invited
Application timeline
Application cycle
Fall 2027 entry (Class of 2031). Early Decision: Common App Nov 2, CSS PROFILE Nov 5, scholarship form Nov 15. Regular Decision: Jan 4, Jan 15, Feb 1. The page gives no years.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Duke Kunshan University
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.