KSh 194k relocation bonus: US uni announces scholarships with KSh 6.4m stipend
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- The Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies at Dartmouth College announced fully funded scholarships for graduate students in 2026-27
- Selected students will receive a KSh 6.4m (USD 49,862.40) annual stipend alongside a KSh 194k (USD 1,500) relocation bonus
- The funding package covers tuition, health insurance, childcare grants, and financial assistance for international students
The Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies at Dartmouth College, an Ivy League university in Hanover, New Hampshire, has announced a fully funded scholarship programme for graduate students in the 2026-27 academic year.
The school is offering a comprehensive funding package to students enrolled in PhD, comparative literature MA, earth science MS, and sonic practice MFA degree programmes.
On its website, the institution noted that the the package includes a KSh 6.4 million (USD 49,862.40) annual stipend, full tuition coverage, health insurance, and a KSh 194,000 (USD 1,500) relocation bonus to assist students in settling in New Hampshire.
What are the other benefits?
Beyond the core stipend and relocation allowance, the school offers an extensive range of additional financial benefits.
Dartmouth covers the full premium for group health insurance and contributes 40% towards dependent medical premiums, providing significant relief for students with families.
Students with children can access childcare grants worth USD 5,000 (KSh 646,300) per child per year, while incoming international students receive a one-time payment of USD 1,200 (KSh 155,000) to help cover visa application fees and related expenses.
The school also provides research and travel grants, short-term interest-free emergency loans, barrier removal funds, and a 24/7 teletherapy service through Uwill, accessible from any location worldwide, including internationally.
How long is the funding duration?
PhD students who maintain good academic standing are guaranteed funding for a period of five years.
Beyond institutional funding, some recipients go on to secure additional prestigious external awards, including National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, as well as research and national training grants administered by Dartmouth faculty.
The Guarini School operates as the graduate and postgraduate constituent school of Dartmouth College, which consistently ranks among the most selective research universities in the US.
Students interested in applying are advised to review eligibility requirements and application deadlines directly through the school's official channels.
Which scholarships did TUM announce?
In other news, the Technical University of Mombasa announced master’s scholarships.
They are designed to support Kenyan graduates pursuing advanced studies in STEM fields.
This initiative not only offers financial relief but also opens pathways for candidates to advance into PhD programmes, addressing the urgent need for skilled professionals in crucial sectors.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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