Apply now: 2025 fully-funded Dartmouth College King Scholarship for Nigerians, others

• The 2025 Dartmouth College King scholarship is now open to international students, including Nigerians and others
• The scholarship offers full tuition fee, health insurance, a new laptop, travel allowance and others
• TheRadar has compiled a comprehensive article on the application process 

Dartmouth College, one of the prestigious Ivy League institutions in the United States, is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and leadership and for providing exceptional educational opportunities to talented students worldwide. 

One such remarkable opportunity is the King Scholarship. It is designed to empower bright international students from developing countries who demonstrate exceptional academic performance, leadership potential, and a solid commitment to positive change in their communities. 

The King Scholarship Program is a highly selective, need-based financial aid initiative founded by Mr. Bob King, a Dartmouth alumnus, and his wife, Dottie King. 

The scholarship aims to provide a full financial package for outstanding international students, enabling them to pursue undergraduate studies at Dartmouth College. It targets students from developing countries who have demonstrated academic brilliance, leadership skills, and a commitment to making a positive difference in their home communities.

In 2025, Dartmouth College will continue this legacy by offering the fully funded King Scholarship for undergraduate international students, which will provide selected students with a transformative experience.

Benefits of the King Scholarship

The benefits of the King Scholarship Include:

1. Full tuition coverage: The scholarship covers 100% of the tuition fees for the duration of the undergraduate program (typically four years), allowing students to focus entirely on academics and extracurricular activities.

2. Living expenses: The scholarship covers all expenses, including housing, a new laptop in the first year, food, and other essential needs, providing a comfortable environment for scholars to thrive.

3. Travel allowance: This includes a travel stipend to cover round-trip airfare from the student’s home country to the United States, making the transition smoother and more accessible.

4. Personal and professional development: Scholars receive mentorship, leadership training, and internship opportunities, fostering a strong foundation for their future careers.

5. Health insurance: Comprehensive health insurance ensures access to medical services throughout the study. 

Eligibility criteria for Dartmouth College King Scholarship

The King Scholarship targets students who meet the following criteria:

1. International student status: Applicants must be international students from developing countries. U.S. citizens and permanent residents are not eligible.

2. Financial need: The scholarship is need-based, so applicants must demonstrate a significant financial need that would make attending Dartmouth College otherwise unattainable.

3. Academic excellence: Applicants should possess an outstanding academic record, evidenced by high school grades, standardised test scores (SAT/ACT), and other academic achievements.

4. Leadership potential: The scholarship seeks students with strong leadership abilities and a proven track record of involvement in their schools, communities, or organisations.

5. Commitment to social impact: Applicants should demonstrate a strong desire to use their education to solve problems and create positive change in their home countries.

Required application documents 

• Application fee or fee waiver
• Common application 
• Dartmouth Writing Supplement
• Secondary School Report with Transcript, School Profile, and Counselor Evaluation
• Two Teacher Evaluations
• Additional standardised testing options for students who attend school outside the U.S.
• English Language Proficiency: If your first language is not English and your curriculum has not been delivered in English for at least two years. 

Application process for Dartmouth College King Scholarship

The application process for the King Scholarship is rigorous and involves several steps. Here’s how you can apply:

1. Complete Dartmouth's common application: Applicants must submit the Common Application for undergraduate admission to Dartmouth College. Be sure to select the King Scholar Program on the application form.

All international applicants are automatically considered for the King Scholars Program based on their application materials.

Deadline for Dartmouth College King Scholarship

The application timeline for the 2025 King Scholarship generally follows the Dartmouth College undergraduate admissions deadline of January 2, 2025.

UK Chevening Scholarship for international students: A complete guide to applying

Earlier, TheRadar compiled a complete guide on successfully applying for the 2025 UK Chevening scholarship. The Chevening Scholarship is a fully funded programme that enables eligible applicants to pursue a one-year master’s degree in the UK. 

It covered tuition fees, a monthly stipend, travel costs, an arrival allowance, and other expenses, providing scholars with the resources to focus entirely on their studies and network.