The Next Swell Scholarship

The Next Swell Application will be open from 15 January 2026 through 15 March 2026 (EST), with awards being granted by 1 May 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

1. All applicants must be a citizen of the United States of America or a Legal Permanent Resident

2. All applicants must be pursuing a graduate degree (Master’s or PhD).

• All applicants must be able to provide proof of attendance (i.e., academic transcript). If a student will be entering their first semester of graduate school in Fall 2026, proof of acceptance will be required.

3. All applicants must have a minimum graduate GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.

4. All scholarship funds must be used for tuition, fees, research fees, or course books and supplies that are required for enrollment at your educational institution