Global Scholars Program

The Global Scholars program is a need-based scholarship program for international students

Each year since 2014, a small, highly talented group of international students is awarded need-based scholarships as part of our Global Scholars program.

Students selected for the Global Scholars program will receive four-year, full-tuition scholarships. Global Scholars with greater levels of financial need will also be awarded additional grant funds, in varying amounts based on need, to help with room and board, books and supplies, health insurance, and travel expenses.

45+

Countries Represented in Global Scholars Program (Since 2014)

5

Continents Represented in Global Scholars Program (Since 2014)

Program Details

Global Scholars will benefit from special programming and support, including:

  • Pre-Orientation Program
  • First-Year Scholars Leadership Retreat
  • Mentoring Program
  • Social and Cultural Events

Global Scholars will meet regularly with their mentors, both individually and as a group, to explore academic and personal goals, discuss global events and other topics of interest, plan for their careers, and tap into Babson’s worldwide alumni network, which spans over 125 countries.

Paloma Ovelar
Being a Global Scholar has granted me access to some of the highest-quality education in the world and an entrepreneurial environment that fosters cultural exchange, intellectual growth, and personal development. The financial assistance the program offered has played an important role in enabling me to fully embrace these opportunities and push beyond my boundaries.”
Paloma Ovelar ’27 (Paraguay)

Application Information

Students interested in the Global Scholars program must apply for admission through either Early Decision or Regular Decision. To be considered for the Global Scholars program, students must apply for financial aid by completing the CSS PROFILE form—by November 15 for Early Decision applicants and by February 1 for Regular Decision applicants.

Admission decisions for international financial aid applicants will be made on a need-aware basis; the most highly qualified candidates from different regions around the world will be offered admission and the scholarship. Canadian citizens who apply for financial aid using the CSS PROFILE will be considered for the need-based Canadian Scholarship.

Fotios Kouziortis
Being a Global Scholar means opportunity. It is not just an opportunity to attend college but rather an opportunity to show who I am, to show my abilities, and to see what I can achieve … I’m determined to turn some of my business ideas into reality, knowing that Babson’s entrepreneurial environment is the perfect place to make that happen. I also want to enjoy the journey, graduating from Babson with many happy memories, and with a strong academic foundation that will help me in the following years"
Fotios Kouziortis '28 (Greece)
Collague of photos of Global Scholars

‘Profoundly Transformative’: Global Scholars in Their Words

Want to read more about the Global Scholars program and how it has changed the lives of Babson students? To mark a decade of the program, current and recent Global Scholars reflected on the importance and enduring impact of the transformational experience.

Stephen Spinelli
Roger Babson’s vision was for Babson College to have a global impact. Our alumni represent (over 125) countries and 50 states. We are an international community. Over the past decade, Global Scholars continue our commitment to a global education."
President Stephen Spinelli Jr. MBA’92