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United States · USA / Canada
About this opportunity
MMEG supports women whose studies will benefit women and children in their home countries. You must already be enrolled full-time with a valid student visa, have at least one semester left after the award and graduate within three years.
Separate MMEG programmes run for South Africa (May–September), Trinity Washington University, Latin America and France. Winners are notified in April.
Who can apply
Women 25+ from MMEG-eligible countries, enrolled full-time at an accredited US/Canadian institution, not US/Canadian citizens or residents.
- Eligible nationalities
- Developing countries
- Open to
- Undergraduates, Master's students, PhD candidates
What the funding covers
One-time education grant (see MMEG programmes page for the current amount).
- Tuition Partly covered / varies
- Stipend or salary Not stated — check the official page
- Travel Not stated — check the official page
- Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- Valid passport
- Transcripts and degree or school-leaving certificates (with certified English translations if needed)
- CV
- Statement of purpose, motivation letter or study plan
- Recommendation letters (usually two)
- English test score (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) or waiver evidence
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
- Check the country list and application checklist.
- Apply online between 15 September and 15 January.
- Contact: us-canada@mmeg.org.
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Quick answers
Who can apply for Margaret McNamara Education Grants?
Open to: Developing countries. Level: Undergraduates, Master's students, PhD candidates. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is Margaret McNamara Education Grants fully funded?
Funding type: Partially funded. Not separately covered: tuition (partly).
What is the deadline for Margaret McNamara Education Grants?
The deadline is 15 Jan 2027 (23:59 EST). Status: Open now. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does Margaret McNamara Education Grants require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for Margaret McNamara Education Grants?
Check the country list and application checklist. Apply only on the official website (www.mmeg.org). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- www.mmeg.org
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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