International Fellowships

• Applicants must identify as a woman.
• Applicants must be admitted or enrolled in their first master’s or an academic or professional doctorate degree at the time of application, and the degree must be in one of the STEM disciplines.
• Applicants must begin their program on or before September 1, 2027, and complete it on or after April 30, 2028.
• Applicants must possess at least one academic degree (earned in the U.S. or abroad) that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree.
• While applicants may hold multiple degrees, they must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale for the highest degree earned. Applicants may apply for only one degree type (either a Master’s or Doctoral program) and in a single specific field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, etc.). In the case of applicants pursuing a dual degree, they must select one of the fields in their application.
• Applicants must pursue their study in the U.S. on a full-time basis at an institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Applicants must reside in the U.S. or country of their study for the duration of the fellowship period.
• Applicants intending to study in a country other than their country of citizenship or the U.S. will be considered under the following circumstances:
  • Applicants whose country of citizenship is subject to a U.S. travel ban and who are therefore unable to secure a U.S. student visa; or
  • Applicants whose country of citizenship is not subject to a U.S. travel ban and who plan to study outside the United States, provided they are members of Graduate Women International.
    Note: Foreign branches of U.S. institutions are considered outside of the United States.

Citizenship & Immigration Status

Fellowship recipients must be non-U.S. citizens and must not hold U.S. permanent resident status, nor be applicants for U.S. permanent residency (green card).

The following are not eligible for consideration:

• Current members of the AAUW Board of Directors
• Current employees of AAUW, including paid or unpaid, part-time or temporary employees, consultants, interns, and contract employees
• Current AAUW Review Panelists
• Immediate families (i.e., spouses and dependent children) of individuals described in the points above
•  Previous AAUW fellowship or grant recipients (excluding Community Action Grants or branch or local AAUW awards)

Life Science:

• Biology
• Biochemistry
• Biophysics
• Molecular Biology
• Cell Biology
• Genetics
• Microbiology
• Immunology
• Neuroscience
• Physiology
• Developmental Biology
• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Marine Biology
• Zoology
• Botany/Plant Biology
• Plant Sciences
• Agricultural Sciences
• Animal Sciences
• Nutrition Science
• Food Science
• Biotechnology
• Bioinformatics
• Biomedical Sciences

Physical Science:

• Physics
• Applied Physics
• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Space Science
• Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Theoretical Chemistry)
• Materials Science
• Materials Chemistry

Earth, Environmental & Space Sciences:

• Environmental Science
• Environmental Chemistry
• Environmental Biology
• Environmental Geology
• Earth Science
• Geology
• Geophysics
• Geochemistry
• Paleontology
• Hydrology
• Atmospheric Science
• Meteorology
• Climatology
• Oceanography
• Marine Science
• Soil Science
• Forestry
• Natural Resource Science
• Sustainability Science

Health & Medical Sciences (STEM-based):

• Biomedical Science
• Biomedical Research
• Medical Laboratory Science
• Clinical Laboratory Science
• Public Health (quantitative/scientific tracks)
• Epidemiology
• Toxicology
• Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Kinesiology/Exercise Science
• Health Informatics

Computer & Information Sciences:

• Computer Science
• Applied Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Data Science
• Data Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Robotics
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Computational Science
• Information Technology
• Information Systems
• Cybersecurity
• Network Engineering
• Cloud Computing
• Game Design & Development (technical tracks)

Information & Digital Technologies:

• Information Science
• Informatics
• Bioinformatics
• Health Informatics
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Digital Forensics
• Computational Modeling & Simulation

Core Engineering Disciplines:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering

Specialized & Interdisciplinary Engineering:

• Architecture (technical tracks)
• Urban Planning (quantitative/engineering focus)
• Biomedical Engineering
• Bioengineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Aeronautical Engineering
• Astronautical Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Nuclear Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Geological Engineering
• Ocean Engineering
• Marine Engineering
• Naval Architecture
• Structural Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Energy Engineering
• Renewable Energy Engineering
• Mechatronics
• Robotics Engineering
• Nanotechnology Engineering
• Photonics Engineering
• Optical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Engineering Physics

Applied Mathematics:

• Mathematics
• Applied Mathematics
• Pure Mathematics
• Computational Mathematics
• Mathematical Modeling
• Mathematical Biology
• Mathematical Physics

Statistics & Quantitative Fields:

• Statistics
• Applied Statistics
• Biostatistics
• Computational Social Science
• Probability
• Actuarial Science
• Operations Research
• Quantitative Analysis
• Quantitative Psychology
• Financial Mathematics
• Econometrics (quantitative STEM track)

• Doctor of Medicine (MD)
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
• Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD)
• Doctor of Optometry (OD)
• Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)
• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)

• Applicants must hold an academic degree (earned in the U.S. or abroad) equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Academic excellence, as demonstrated by academic records and achievements, recognition from peers, professors, and/or institutions, and other forms of distinction.
• Demonstrated commitment to 1) applying their expertise, professional skills and leadership in the context of their home countries, and 2) supporting other women and girls through service in their communities and professions.
• Clear and actionable study plans, the funding of those plans, and the proposed timeline for their completion.
•  The fellow’s long-term career objectives in STEM, including plans to return to their home country where applicable, long-term professional aspirations, and continued commitment to community service and the advancement of women and girls.
• Applicants pursuing their studies at R2 institutions or at institutions with limited research resources are encouraged to apply, and institutional context will be considered as part of the holistic review process.
• Applicants must demonstrate confirmed or pending financial support and a remaining funding gap.
• Applicants hailing from countries that have a notably low presence among AAUW award recipients (preferred).
• Applicants pursuing their first international academic experience (preferred).
• Applicants residing in their home country at the time of application (preferred).

• Applicants must have earned their highest academic degree, either in the U.S. or abroad, with a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. The degree should be equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree or higher.

• Academic and/or scholarly excellence, as demonstrated by academic records and achievements, the strength of applicants’ research proposal, recognition from peers, professors, and/or institutions, and other forms of distinction.

• Research/clinical or applied practice that demonstrates originality in its design and has the potential to make significant contributions to the relevant academic or professional field.

• Demonstrated commitment to 1) applying their expertise, professional skills and leadership in the context of their home countries, and 2) supporting other women and girls through service in their communities, professions or fields of research.

• Feasibility of the study/research/clinical plans, the funding of those plans and the proposed timeline for their completion.

• The fellow’s long-term career objectives in STEM, including plans to return to their home country where applicable, long-term professional aspirations, and continued commitment to community service and the advancement of women and girls.

• Applicants pursuing their studies at R2 institutions or at institutions with limited research resources are encouraged to apply, and institutional context will be considered as part of the holistic review process.

• Applicants must demonstrate confirmed or pending financial support and a remaining funding gap. Applicants hailing from countries that have a notably low presence among AAUW award recipients (preferred).

• Applicants pursuing their first international academic experience (preferred).
• Applicants residing in their home country at the time of application (preferred).

In addition to a narrative application, all applicants are required to submit the following:

• Letters of Recommendation: Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from advisors, professors, colleagues, or others who are academically or professionally familiar with the applicant and can speak to their work, professional qualifications, and academic background. Recommenders are encouraged to evaluate the applicant in relation to the fellowship selection criteria and support this assessment with specific examples.
  • Please provide a professional email address for recommenders, rather than a personal one.
  • Register the recommenders through your online application as early as possible in the application process. The application system will send each recommender a personalized link to submit the recommendation online.
  • It is the applicants’ responsibility to remind their recommender of the application deadline in order for the application to be completed on time. An application will not be considered complete until the recommendations have been submitted.
    Note: AAUW does not accept references from dossier services, such as Parment or Interfolio, and standardized or form-letter recommendations are discouraged.
• Proof of Degree: Copy of all degrees earned to date.

  • Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to at least a U.S bachelor’s degree.

  • Applicants must upload copies of all diplomas/degree certificates OR official transcript showing conferral of degree and date of conferral for all programs from which they have received a degree.

  • The documents provided must correspond to the programs and institutions listed in the application and must include the applicant’s full name, the institution’s name, and the degree conferred.

  • Applicant must submit translations for all degrees that were awarded in a language other than English. For the highest earned degree, a certified translation is required.
  • Applicants with an equivalent of a bachelor’s degree (particularly if the transcript or degree certificate does not explicitly state it is a bachelor’s degree) must provide an official explanation from the academic institution or governing body, or submit a credential evaluation report from services like WES, ECE, or any National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member that clarifies the equivalency of your qualification to a bachelor’s degree.
  • If an applicant holds two degrees at the same level, such as two bachelor’s degrees or two master’s degrees, the most recently awarded degree will be considered the highest.
• Transcripts: Official transcripts confirming conferral of all degrees received.
  • Applicants must upload copies of all official academic transcripts from all programs from which they have received a degree.

  • The transcripts provided must correspond to the programs and institutions listed in the application.

  • All transcripts must include the applicant’s full name, the institution’s name, the degree conferred, and the list of courses taken, and grades received. Transcripts must also include the name of coursework and grades from transfer courses, if applicable. If transcripts reflect transfer courses without grades, a transcript from the institution where courses were taken is required.

  • Applicants must submit translations for all transcripts issued in a language other than English. For the highest earned degree, a certified translation is required.

  • Applicants who studied at an institution that does not provide a transcript, or a list of courses taken, and grades received, or the degree did not require coursework, must provide an institutional letter affirming the same as well as the degree completion date.

  • If an applicant holds two degrees at the same level, such as two bachelor’s degrees or two master’s degrees, the most recently awarded degree will be considered the highest.
• Copy of cumulative grade point average (CGPA) calculation on a 4.0 grading scale
  • Applicants must upload proof that the CGPA of their highest earned degree is at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • If applicants’ educational institutions do not use a 4.0 grading scale, they must provide supplemental official documentation that indicates the CGPA on a 4.0 scale based on the grades or points awarded by their academic institution. Alternatively, they may upload a CGPA equivalent calculation using a GPA/credential conversion tool, such as Scholaro’s GPA Calculator, or submit a credential evaluation report from services like WES, ECE, or any National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member (General with GPA), both of which should include a detailed list of all grades.
  • If the CGPA was calculated on a 4.0 scale, applicants may submit a transcript page that clearly shows this.
  • If applicants’ institutional transcripts do not include a CGPA, they must submit an official institutional letter confirming the CGPA and the degree completion date, a CGPA equivalent calculation using a GPA/credential conversion tool, such as Scholaro’s GPA Calculator, or a credential evaluation report from services like WES or ECE (General with GPA), both of which should include a detailed list of all grades. The original transcript should be provided along with these documents.
• Proof of English Proficiency. Applicants must upload one of the following:
  • Official report of an acceptable and valid TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge assessment score. Institutional TOEFL scores and other English proficiency test scores will not be accepted.  All test scores are valid for two years from the test date, except for the Cambridge Assessment, which is valid for life.
    • Minimum acceptable scores are as follows:
      • TOEFL iBT (Internet-Based Test): 79
      • TOEFL Essentials: 8.5
      • Revised TOEFL Paper-Delivered Test: 60
      • IELTS: 6.5
      • Cambridge Assessment: 176
      • Duolingo English Test (DET): 120
  • Written statement affirming the applicant’s native language is English.
  • Academic transcript or diploma confirming one of the following:
    • Secondary diploma or undergraduate degree is from an English-speaking institution.
    • One semester of full-time study in the applicant’s discipline at an English-speaking institution.
• Proof of admission or current enrollment in a program an applicant plans to pursue
  • Students who have been admitted to their program but not yet started:
    • Upload a copy of the official admission letter that indicates the anticipated start date of the program; or
    • Upload the official deferral approval for the 2027-28 academic year along with the official admission letter, if the applicant’s college or university admission was deferred. (if applicable)
  • Students who have been enrolled in their program:
    • Upload transcripts/ course listings or an enrollment verification letter from the college or university in which the applicant is currently enrolled, if enrolled. All submitted documents must clearly state the applicant’s name and their institution’s name.
• Proof of Graduate Women International Membership: If applicants plan to pursue studies or research outside of the U.S. during the fellowship year, and their country of citizenship is not subject to a U.S. travel ban, one of the following is required:
  • Official letter from a GWI affiliate confirming the applicant’s membership;
  • Official membership certificate; or
  • Any other official documentation that confirms the applicant’s membership status.

A certified English translation is required for all highest earned degree materials provided in a foreign language. Translations must bear a mark of certification or official signature that the translation is true and complete.

If the name on any of the above documents differs from the one stated in the application, an explanation must be provided, such as a marriage certificate or a court letter of name change.

Applicants are responsible for the submission of all required documents. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Fellowships are awarded on a competitive basis based on recommendations by AAUW’s independent review panels and funds available in a given fiscal year. To ensure fairness and consistency in the review process, only complete applications that meet all eligibility criteria will be considered. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to confirm that all materials are accurate and complete prior to submission.

Review Panels  

Applications to the International Fellowships are reviewed by panels of distinguished scholars and experts in STEM fields.

Review panels meet once a year to review applications for funding. Panel funding recommendations are subject to final approval by AAUW.

Review Process  

Prior to the International Fellowships Panel Review, AAUW’s Fellowships & Grants Team reviews applications for completeness and ensures compliance with eligibility requirements.

Each eligible and complete application is then reviewed by a panel of reviewers, who evaluate applications based on the selection criteria outlined above.

I am a permanent resident of the United States and a citizen of a foreign country. Am I eligible to apply for the International Fellowship?

No. Individuals holding permanent residency status of the United States or applicants for permanent residency are not eligible to apply for the International Fellowship, even if they are citizens of another country.

My GPA is 3.49, am I eligible to apply?

No. To be eligible for International Fellowship, applicants must have a minimum CGPA of 3.55 on a 4.0 scale. For master’s degree applicants, the CGPA must be based on the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree. For doctorate degree applicants, the CGPA must be based on the highest degree earned at the time of application.

How do I calculate my cumulative grade point average (CGPA)?

If your academic institution uses a 4.0 grading scale, submit an official transcript that clearly indicates your CGPA on this scale. If your institution uses a different grading system, you must provide official documentation that converts your CGPA to a 4.0 scale. This can be done using a GPA conversion tool, such as Scholaro’s GPA Calculator, or by submitting a credential evaluation report from a service such as WES, ECE, or any National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member which must include a detailed breakdown of your grades.

Am I eligible for the International Fellowship if I haven’t received an offer of admission to a specific program?

No. You must be admitted to or currently enrolled in at least one academic program at the time of application.

I have been admitted to several programs but have not yet decided which one to pursue. Can I list more than one program in my application? 

Yes. Applicants may list up to five programs and institutions in their application. However, please note that if you are awarded a fellowship, you must enroll in one of the programs and institutions listed in your application. If you choose to pursue a program at an institution not included in your application, you will be disqualified from receiving the fellowship.

I’m currently enrolled in, or plan to enroll in, a part-time program. Am I eligible for the International Fellowship?

No. Only applicants who are enrolled in or plan to enroll in full-time programs or research are eligible.

Am I eligible to apply for an International Master’s Degree Fellowship if I already hold a master’s degree, or will receive one before or during the award year?

No. The International Master’s Degree Fellowship is specifically designed to support individuals who are pursuing their first master’s degree. Applicants who already hold a master’s degree are not eligible for this fellowship.

Am I eligible to apply for an International Doctoral Degree Fellowship if I already hold a doctorate degree or will receive one before or during the award year?

No. The International Doctoral Degree Fellowship is specifically designed to support individuals who are pursuing their first doctoral degree. Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree are not eligible for this fellowship.

Can I apply to both a master’s and a doctoral program at the same time, or two programs in different fields?

No. Applicants must apply to one program type in a single field. You cannot apply to both a doctorate and a master’s program simultaneously. For example, you may apply to a master’s program within the broad field of biology — such as biochemistry, biotechnology, or bioengineering — but you may not apply for both a master’s and a doctorate program in biology, or for a master’s in biology and a master’s in physics.

If I hold two degrees at the same level, how do I determine which is considered my highest earned degree?

If you hold two degrees at the same level, for example two bachelor’s degrees or two master’s degrees, the degree you received most recently will be considered your highest earned degree.

If I am studying or have been admitted to a program outside both the United States and my home country, do I need to submit a GWI membership?

Yes. If you are enrolled in, or have been admitted to, a program outside both the U.S. and your home country, and your home country is not subject to the U.S. travel ban, you must submit a GWI membership. However, if your home country is subject to the U.S. travel ban (Africa: Burkina Faso, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Mali, Niger, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan; Middle East/Asia: Afghanistan, Iran, Libya, Syria, Yemen, Burma (Myanmar), Laos; Caribbean: Haiti; Individuals holding Palestinian Authority travel documents) and, as a result, you are unable to secure a U.S. student visa, you do not need to submit a GWI membership.

What should I do if my degree title does not exactly match the field of study I selected in my application?

If your degree title differs from the field of study you selected in your application, you must provide an explanation. For example, if you select Ecology as your field of study, but your admission letter lists a Master’s degree in Environmental Biology, you should explain the discrepancy in your application.

If I deferred my college or university admission to the 2027-28 academic year, am I still eligible to apply for the International Fellowship?

Yes. You are eligible to apply as long as your new program start date is before or on September 1, 2027, and end date is April 30, 2028, or later. Be sure to submit proof of admission along with your deferral approval.

What if I am unable to return to or live in my home country due to humanitarian or other extenuating circumstances?

If you are unable to return to or reside in your home country due to humanitarian or other extenuating circumstances, your application will still be considered. In such cases, your application will be evaluated based on your engagement with your home country communities and/or the communities where they currently reside.

Is it possible to be notified of my award status prior to March 15? 

No. AAUW is not able to honor requests for earlier notifications.

Can I conduct research outside my country of study during the fellowship year?   

You may conduct research outside your country of study, provided it does not result in an extended absence that violates the residency requirement, typically defined as being away for more than six months.

If my country of study is the U.S., but I plan to conduct research in my home country or another country for a limited period, do I need to submit a GWI membership?  

No. You do not need to submit a GWI membership if your country of study is the U.S. and you remain enrolled full-time at your U.S. institution, even if you conduct research in your home country or another country for up to six months.

Can I renew my International Fellowship? 

AAUW International Fellowships are one-time awards and are not renewable.

Can you assist me in obtaining a student or research visa? 
AAUW does not provide visa sponsorship or support services. However, successful applicants’ award letters may be included as part of their visa application materials.

Can you assist with the J-1 visa waiver process? 

No. We do not provide assistance with obtaining a J-1 visa waiver.

What types of expenses are considered prohibited under the International Fellowship?  

Under the International Fellowship, certain expenses are classified as prohibited and therefore may not be covered using fellowship funds. These include:

• Research assistants
• Pervious expenditures, deficits, or repayment of personal loans
• Publication costs
• Institutional (overhead) costs
• Tuition for dependents’ education

Applicants selected as awardees must complete the full award acceptance process, including submission of all required materials as outlined by AAUW. Award status is not considered final until all acceptance materials have been received, reviewed, and approved.

Applicants recommended for an award, but whose discipline, program type or institution of study is different than envisioned at the time of application will be disqualified.

Applicants from countries affected by U.S. travel restrictions who originally intended to study in the United States may request a change of country of study and host institution in the event they are unable to obtain the required U.S. student visa.

Fellowship funds may only be used for expenses incurred during the official fellowship term. Eligible expenses include educational costs such as tuition, fees, and required course materials (e.g., books and supplies), as well as living expenses, including housing, food, and dependent care (e.g., childcare).

Fellows are expected to arrive in the United States (or the country of their study) and begin their programs, or continue them if already enrolled, by September 1, 2027. Fellows graduating during the award year must complete their programs no earlier than April 30, 2028. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate any exceptions.

Responsibility for securing visas and other documents, and following policies associated with visas, rests solely with the fellow.

In most instances, the fellowship stipend is subject to a tax rate of either 14% or 30%, depending on relevant tax statuses and treaties. AAUW withholds necessary taxes from stipends.

AAUW provides general tax guidelines to facilitate awardee compliance with United States tax law. However, AAUW strongly recommends that recipients consult a tax professional. AAUW does not provide any tax advice. Personal tax situations differ, and recipients are responsible for determining their AAUW award’s taxability in accordance with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, state laws, or in any country where they reside. Additional resources include the U.S. IRS (including the U.S. IRS Classification of Taxpayers for U.S. Tax Purposes) and Social Security Administration, as well as campus admissions, financial aid, and international student offices.

Disclaimer: These guidelines are provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. AAUW encourages students to seek advice from a qualified tax or financial advisor if needed. 

The U.S. tax year runs from January 1 to December 31, with an annual tax filing deadline of April 15.

AAUW awardees can have one of the following tax statuses:

1. Foreign persons conducting their AAUW fellowship year in the U.S., residing inside or outside the U.S.
2. Foreign persons residing and conducting their AAUW project/fellowship outside the U.S.
3. U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and U.S. Resident Aliens).

Awardees must:  

• Follow the guidelines that reflect their immigration and tax status at the time of each stipend payment.
• Notify their program officer as soon as they anticipate a change in tax status.
• Submit the appropriate information upon the change of status.

1. Foreign persons conducting their AAUW fellowship year in the U.S., residing inside or outside the U.S.: Foreign persons, including nonresident aliens, who are conducting their AAUW project in the U.S. during the award year must submit a Form W‐8BEN. This includes recipients who are conducting their AAUW project at a U.S. institution (e.g., pursuing research or a degree at a U.S.‐based institution), even if they are residing outside the U.S.
2. Foreign persons residing and conducting their AAUW project/fellowship outside the U.S.: Foreign persons, including nonresident aliens, who reside outside the U.S. and who are performing their AAUW project plan outside the U.S. do not need to submit a tax form.
3. U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and U.S. Resident Aliens): U.S. persons, including U.S. resident aliens, must submit a Form W9. The form must include a U.S. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number or U.S. Social Security Number.

1. Foreign persons conducting their AAUW fellowship year in the U.S., residing inside or outside the U.S.: The U.S. IRS requires tax filers to provide a U.S. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number or U.S. Social Security Number to file taxes. Certain recipients requesting tax exemptions must submit a tax number in their W‐8BEN. Others do not. However, as the process to obtain one of these numbers can be lengthy, AAUW strongly recommends that recipients apply for the appropriate number as soon as possible and submit it within their Form W‐8BEN.
2. Foreign persons residing and conducting their AAUW project/fellowship outside the U.S.: Foreign persons, including nonresident aliens, who reside outside the U.S. and who are performing their AAUW project plan outside the U.S. do not need to submit U.S. taxpayer identification number.
3. U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and U.S. Resident Aliens): U.S. persons, including U.S. resident aliens must provide a U.S. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number or U.S. Social Security Number.

1. Foreign persons conducting their AAUW fellowship year in the U.S., residing inside or outside the U.S.: Under U.S. law, fellowship awards to foreign persons conducting their fellowship year in the U.S. are taxable. AAUW is required by law to withhold the following amount to meet these tax obligations:
   • 14% for recipients who have an “F,” “J,” “M,” or “Q” visa and related immigration status, or the tax withholding rate specified in any relevant tax treaties between a recipient’s home country and the U.S.
   • 30% for recipients with any other immigration status or if no tax ID is provided.
2. Foreign persons residing and conducting their AAUW project/fellowship outside the U.S.: AAUW does not withhold any amount for payment of taxes.
3. U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, and U.S. Resident Aliens): The determination of whether there is a tax obligation associated with the receipt of an AAUW fellowship is the sole responsibility of the applicant. Specific questions regarding income tax matters should be addressed with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service, the applicant’s financial aid office or a personal tax adviser.

Certain countries have tax treaties with the U.S. that may exempt part or all the AAUW award from taxation or specify a unique US tax rate for citizens of that country. Please review the U.S. IRS’s U.S. Income Tax Treaties—A to Z and consult your embassy to determine if your country has a tax treaty with the US and if so, use the tax withholding rate that applies to you to appropriately record this information in your form W‐8BEN. Please note you must complete Part II of this form and submit it to AAUW. If you do not have a U.S. taxpayer identification number and are requesting an exemption, you may enter a foreign tax identifying number.