ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Reflection Questions Before Applying
Guidance on reflection questions for prospective Knight-Hennessy Scholars applicants, covering timing, graduate program selection, and leadership experiences.
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
Key details
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- Deadline
- October 6, 2026, 1 pm Pacific Time
- Award amount
- Up to three years of financial support for tuition
- Academic level
- Undergraduate, Graduate
- Citizenship
- Not listed yet
- Eligibility
- Must have earned a U.S. bachelor's degree or equivalent by January 2020 or later.; Military service members have an extended eligibility window to January 2018.; Must apply to, be accepted by, and enroll in a full-time Stanford graduate degree program.; Military applicants have an extended eligibility window (degree earned January 2018 or later).; Current college students eligible if first degree earned by September 2027.
- Application materials
- Recommendation letters; Video statement (invitation only); Finalist Experience (invitation only); Online individual interview; Immersion Weekend
Official source pages
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ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Eligibility | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Knight-Hennessy Scholars has no restrictions based on age, college, field of study, or career aspiration. Two baseline requirements: admission to Stanford and undergraduate degree date.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Selection Criteria
Details the three core criteria for the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program: Independence of Thought, Purposeful Leadership, and Civic Mindset. Explains what each criterion entails.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Recommendation Letters | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Guidance on submitting recommendation letters for the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program, including advice for recommenders and FAQs.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Evaluation Processes | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Details the concurrent but separate evaluation processes for Knight-Hennessy Scholars and Stanford degree programs, including selection criteria and notification dates.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Video Statement (by invitation)
Submit a required video statement by invitation only. The video is an opportunity to introduce yourself and bring your application to life.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
After You Apply | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Information on the Knight-Hennessy Scholars application evaluation process, invitation-only requirements, video statement, and finalist experience.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Before You Apply | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Information for prospective Knight-Hennessy Scholars, including eligibility, criteria, application deadlines, and how to apply for the 2027 cohort.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Why KHS | Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University
Learn why the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program exists, what it offers (leadership development, community, funding), and the benefits of joining a multidisciplinary and multicultural cohort.
ApplicationJun 24, 2026
Admission Application Instructions | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Instructions for applying to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program, including deadlines, criteria, and application process details for the 2027 cohort.
DeadlineJun 24, 2026
Application Deadlines | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Knight-Hennessy Scholars application deadline is October 6, 2026. Applicants must also apply to a Stanford graduate degree program by the earlier of the degree program deadline or December 1, 2026.
FAQJun 24, 2026
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Frequently Asked Questions for the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University, covering eligibility, application process, transcripts, test scores, recommendations, and more.
HomepageJun 24, 2026
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
A fully-endowed, multidisciplinary leadership development program for graduate students at Stanford University, offering financial support and leadership experiences.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2022 Cohort Scholars
List of scholars in the 2022 cohort, detailing their countries of origin, institutions attended, and graduate degree programs at Stanford.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
By School | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Information on Stanford's seven graduate schools and their respective admission processes and timelines for Knight-Hennessy Scholars applicants.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2023 Cohort Scholars
List of scholars selected for the 2023 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort, detailing their countries of origin, institutions, and intended graduate degrees at Stanford.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
Meet the Scholars | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Profiles of Knight-Hennessy Scholars, showcasing their diversity and academic pursuits. Includes links to past cohorts and scholar Q&As.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2018 Cohort Scholars
List of scholars from the 2018 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort at Stanford University, detailing their names and fields of study.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2019 Cohort Scholars
List of scholars from the 2019 cohort of the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford University, detailing their names and fields of study.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2021 Cohort Scholars
List of scholars selected for the 2021 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort at Stanford University, detailing their academic programs.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2024 Cohort Overview
Overview of the 2024 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort, featuring 89 scholars from 30 countries pursuing graduate degrees across 44 programs at Stanford.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2025 Cohort Overview
Overview of the 2025 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort, featuring 82 scholars from 23 countries pursuing graduate degrees across seven Stanford schools.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2026 Cohort Scholars
Lists the 87 scholars in the 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort, their countries of citizenship, undergraduate institutions, and Stanford graduate degree programs.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
Scholar Q&As | Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Learn about Knight-Hennessy Scholars through Q&As, showcasing their diverse backgrounds and academic pursuits across various fields and cohorts.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
2020 Cohort
List of scholars selected for the 2020 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort at Stanford University, detailing their academic programs.
Other sourceJun 24, 2026
School of Medicine Scholars
Lists Knight-Hennessy Scholars from the Stanford School of Medicine, including their academic programs and degrees.
PDF guideJun 24, 2026
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program 2023 Cohort Highlights
Highlights of the 2023 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort, including demographics, undergraduate institutions, and degree programs.
PDF guideJun 24, 2026
2022 Cohort At-a-Glance
Highlights of the 2022 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort, detailing demographics, countries of citizenship, and Stanford degree programs pursued.
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