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US Embassy Global UGRAD Undergraduate Semester Exchange Scholarship

U.S. Department of State / World Learning / USEF Nepal

Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, Global UGRAD provides a full scholarship for one semester of non-degree undergraduate study at an accredited U.S. college or university with all travel, housing, meals, and academic expenses paid.

Deadline: December 15, 2026Annual (Open: Nov – Dec)United States of America (Accredited US Colleges)All Academic Disciplines (Engineering, IT, Social Sciences, Business, Arts)
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Award Value

100% Fully Funded Semester in the USA (Airfare, Housing, Meals & Tuition)

About This Scholarship

The Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) brings future student leaders from across Nepal to the United States for a transformative academic and cultural semester.

Participants are enrolled full-time in undergraduate coursework, engage in community service, and participate in professional development workshops in Washington, D.C.

The program covers round-trip international airfare, tuition, mandatory health insurance, room and board, a monthly stipend for incidentals, and funding for professional books.

What You Get

100% tuition, campus housing, and dining meal plans at a host US university
Round-trip international flight tickets between Nepal and the USA
Monthly personal stipend and health coverage
Lifetime membership in the prestigious US State Department Alumni Network

Highlights

  • Full semester at a top U.S. university with zero personal expense
  • Round-trip flights, J-1 visa sponsorship, campus housing & dining covered
  • Monthly living allowance & book stipend provided by the U.S. Government
  • End-of-program leadership summit in Washington, D.C.

Eligibility Criteria

Nepali citizen currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Nepal
Must have completed at least one semester of university and have at least one semester remaining upon return
Demonstrated commitment to leadership and community service in Nepal
Strong academic performance and functional English proficiency

Selection Process

1

Online Application Submission

📅 November – December

Submit personal essays, recommendation letters, and university transcripts.

2

In-Person / Virtual Interview

📅 January – February

Panel interview at the USEF-Nepal / U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu.

3

Final Selection by Washington D.C.

📅 April

Notification of finalists and university placement matches.

4

Departure to USA

📅 August (Fall) / January (Spring)

Pre-departure orientation and departure for host campuses.

How to Apply

  1. 1Draft your personal statement emphasizing community leadership in Nepal.
  2. 2Request academic recommendation letters from your college professors.
  3. 3Submit your application online via the Global UGRAD portal.