Scholarships for MBA students | ZDNet

Many students take out loans to enjoy the benefits of a master's degree. The master of business administration (MBA) is one of the most popular degrees. In June 2022, Payscale reported an average salary of $92,000 for MBA graduates. 

However, the total national student loan debt continues to increase each year. According to the 教育数据倡议, over half of master's degree holders owe an average of $70,000. 

Individuals can enjoy that lucrative salary without substantial student debt. Other financial aid options exist — like scholarships. 

Start your scholarship search with our lists below. You can explore academic, identity, and need-based MBA scholarships. Though the 2022 deadlines for some have passed, we chose popular programs likely to open for new applicants in 2023.

For extra financial aid resources, check your state government's website. You can also consider 联邦援助 or 一般奖学金. 

General MBA scholarships

The most common MBA scholarships include need and merit-based awards. Some options below require a specific MBA concentration. Other scholarship programs accept applicants from various degree programs.  

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Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship

金额： $ 1,000-$ 10,000
截止日期： February 6, 2023 (application opens September 15, 2022)
资格限制： Full-time graduate student studying business administration, criminal justice, finance, or accounting; taking at least six credit hours; enrolled through 2024; interested in an anti-fraud career

关于： Applicants must show interest in fraud examination. They can share career goals, extracurricular activities, or fraud-related interests. Students submit transcripts and recommendation letters with the online application.

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Association of Insurance Compliance Professionals (AICP) scholarships 

金额： $2,000
截止日期： JUNE 2023
资格限制： Undergraduate/graduate student with a declared major in risk management, finance, economics, management, actuarial science, math, statistics, or business; 3.0 minimum GPA; completed two years of full-time college coursework

关于： The AICP requests transcripts and a recommendation letter. Applicants must also write about their plans in the insurance field. Other application materials include a description of extracurricular and academic achievements. 

立即申请 

Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Goldberg-Miller Public Finance Scholarship 

金额： $20,000 
截止日期： Application opens fall 2022
资格限制： Full-time graduate student; plans to pursue a career in local or state government finance

关于： Applicants submit recommendation letters and transcripts. They must show a connection between their studies and a future in government finance.

立即申请 

GFOA Government Finance Professional Development Scholarship 

金额： $10,000
截止日期： Application opens fall 2022
资格限制： Part-time graduate student studying business administration, finance, accounting, economics, or public administration; focused on government; two years of work experience with the local or state government

关于： GFOA awards four scholarships. Students must show transcripts and proof of work experience. They should submit recommendation letters from an employer and someone who can confirm their commitment to the public sector.

立即申请 

玛丽·伊丽莎白洛克伍德Beneventi MBA奖学金 

金额： $2,000
截止日期： 2023 年 1 月 31 日
资格限制： Full-time MBA student; 3.25 minimum GPA

关于： Students complete an online application form through the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. While not required, applicants can include GRE scores with their transcripts. The scholarship is a one-time award, but recipients can reapply each year.

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Identity-based MBA scholarships

Many scholarships serve students with a particular identity. The following list includes identity-based scholarships that benefit specific groups. 

Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) scholarships

金额： 可变
截止日期： MAY 2023
资格限制： ALPFA premium member; full-time undergraduate/graduate student; 3.0 minimum GPA; any major

关于： ALPFA scholarships amount vary. Donors include Bank of America and Deloitte. Applicants must submit an online application and essays. Scholarships sponsored by individuals may require extra application materials.

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The Consortium fellowship

金额： 全额学费和费用
截止日期： October 15, 2022 (early application); January 5, 2023 (traditional application)
资格限制： U.S. citizens with a four-year bachelor's degree; any race or ethnicity, but committed to increasing representation of Native Americans, African Americans, and Hispanic Americans in MBA degrees and management positions

关于： The Consortium allows students to apply to six MBA programs at once. Upon acceptance, The Consortium considers applicants for membership and full tuition benefits. 

立即申请 

GFOA Minorities in Government Finance Scholarship 

金额： $10,000
截止日期： Application opens fall 2022
资格限制： Minority student studying business administration, accounting, public administration, political science, finance, or economics; focused on nonprofit or government management

关于： Applicants must submit transcripts showing excellent academic performance. They also need a recommendation letter that proves their commitment to public government.

立即申请 

Military MBA Merit Scholarship

金额： $20,000
截止日期： 2022 年 6 月 30 日
资格限制： U.S. resident who has served in the military; has a bachelor's degree; attending member school; pursuing graduate business degree 

关于： Applicants fill out an online application and write three short essays. They submit transcripts and two recommendation letters from the military. 

立即申请 

National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Graduate Scholarship Program

金额： 高达$ 5,000
截止日期： 2022 年 5 月 15 日
资格限制： Financially active NBMBAA member; full-time MBA student; 3.0 minimum GPA; participates in community service

关于： The NBMBAA looks for candidates with leadership potential who serve their communities. Applicants must prove academic excellence. They submit an online application, resume, and essay.

立即申请 

PPG Foundation scholarship through the NBMBAA 

金额： $9,000
截止日期： 2022 年 7 月 31 日
资格限制： Active NBMBAA member; 3.0 minimum GPA; full-time master's degree student; MBA concentration in supply chain management or data science; active in the community

关于： PPG awards two scholarships to students. Recipients demonstrate academic excellence and community involvement. Students complete an online application. They must show their experience with data science or supply chain management.

立即申请 

Reaching Out MBA LGBTQ fellowship 

金额： $20,000; free registration for Reaching Out and professional development events
截止日期： 可变
资格限制： LGBTQ+ individuals and allies; attending or planning to attend a ROMBA Fellowship school; MBA students or candidates

关于： Students must be nominated by their school. While they cannot apply directly, they can fill out an online form expressing interest in becoming a fellow. Individuals must show academic excellence and passion for leading the LGBTQ+ community.

立即申请 

女性 MBA 奖学金

只有 7.4% 的财富 1000 强 companies have female CEOs. Several organizations aim to increase female presence in business by offering identity-based MBA scholarships specifically for women. 

American Association of University Women (AAUW) focus professions group fellowships 

金额： $ 5,000-$ 18,000
截止日期： December 1, 2022 (application opens August 1, 2022)
资格限制： Woman of color pursuing an MBA, law degree, or doctorate in medicine; full-time student; identifies as Black/African American, Native American/Alaska Native, Asian American/Pacific Islander, or Latina

关于： Applicants must prove academic excellence and financial need. They submit a proposal explaining why they want to pursue their degree and how they will use it to advance women. AAUW also requests transcripts and recommendation letters. 

立即申请 

Forté MBA fellowships

金额： 可变
截止日期： 可变
资格限制： Woman MBA degree candidate; studying at a partner school; committed to advancing women; exceptional leadership skills  

关于： The partner institutions select Forté fellows. Recipients enjoy conferences, mentoring, and networking opportunities. Each fellow must act as a Forté ambassador at her school and promote the advancement of women in business. 

立即申请

Zonta International Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship

金额： $5,000
截止日期： Varies — generally between April and June
资格限制： Woman studying a business program with an approved specialization; undergraduate (no first-year applicants) or graduate student; studies or lives in a Zonta district/region

关于： Students apply directly through their local Zonta club. Each club then nominates one candidate for the 37 available international scholarships. 

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MBA scholarships for international students

As an international MBA student, you can apply for various scholarships through governmental agencies or corporations. The following options offer full or partial funding. 

Keep in mind that some scholarships have residential restrictions.

Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) International Scholarship Program

金额： Tuition and living expenses (50% grant, 50% loan)
截止日期： March 2023 (exact dates vary by country); application opens January 2023
资格限制： Nationals of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Madagascar, Mozambique, Pakistan, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, or Uganda; academic excellence

关于： Applicants must show potential for success in a foreign program. They also submit their career goals. Students' plans and studies should align with one of AKDN's focus areas. Two examples include financial inclusion and enterprise development.

立即申请

Fulbright foreign student program

金额： 可变
截止日期： 可变
资格限制： 可变

关于： Each country manages the Fulbright scholarship differently. Students select their country on the Fulbright website for application details. In some countries, the application is available through the U.S. embassy website.

立即申请 

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MPOWER MBA scholarship

金额： $ 2,000或$ 10,000
截止日期： 2022 年 7 月 15 日
资格限制： Full-time MBA student at an MPOWER partner school; has valid U.S. visa or is a DACA recipient; not a U.S. citizen

关于： International students complete a simple online application. They write one essay about their career goals. MPOWER looks for budding leaders and entrepreneurs with mastery of English. 

立即申请

Onsi Sawiris scholarship program from Orascom Construction

金额： Full tuition, travel, living expenses, health insurance, and materials
截止日期： 2022 年 7 月 31 日
资格限制： Potential Egyptian graduate student at approved U.S. university; studying business administration, construction management, or engineering; 3 years minimum work experience; 650 minimum GMAT score; 100 minimum TOEFL iBT score; 3.5 minimum GPA

关于： Orascom Construction looks for candidates who have not spent an extended time abroad and who wish to return to Egypt. Applicants submit test scores, recommendation letters, and a resume. 

立即申请 

Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) International Peace Scholarship 

金额： 高达$ 12,500
截止日期： March 1, 2023 (enrolled graduate students); April 1, 2023 (students not yet enrolled)
资格限制： Woman from outside the U.S. and Canada looking to study within the U.S. or Canada; has at least one year left of study

关于： The PEO determines scholarship amount based on financial need. Students should include proof of financial need. They must also show how they will use their education to promote global peace.

立即申请

在结论

An MBA may open doors to lucrative management and executive positions. If you wish to enjoy the benefits of an MBA without significant debt, consider the MBA scholarships above. 

Review the eligibility requirements and select the scholarships that suit you. Start your applications early. Ensure you have all the necessary materials, including recommendation letters and essays.