SHE-CAN Scholarship Program 2027 in the USA | Full-Ride Undergraduate Scholarship for Young Women

Applications are now open for the SHE-CAN Scholarship Program 2027, a life-changing opportunity for outstanding young women from selected countries to earn a full-ride undergraduate scholarship at leading colleges and universities in the United States. Organized by SHE-CAN, the program combines university scholarship support, leadership development, mentorship, test preparation, and career guidance to empower future women leaders committed to creating positive change in their home countries.

Unlike traditional scholarship programs, SHE-CAN works closely with selected scholars throughout the entire application journey—preparing them for standardized tests, matching them with mentors, and helping them secure full scholarships from partner U.S. institutions.

Program Overview

• Host Country: United States
• Organizer: SHE-CAN
• Program Type: Full-Ride Undergraduate Scholarship Support Program
• Degree Level: Bachelor’s Degree
• Eligible Countries: Cambodia, Guatemala, and Liberia
• Application Fee: Free
• Application Opens: July 1 each year
• Application Deadlines:
  • Cambodia: October 1
  • Guatemala: October 1
  • Liberia: November 1

Scholarship Benefits

Selected scholars receive comprehensive support, including:

• Assistance in securing a full-ride scholarship from a partner U.S. college or university.
• SAT/ACT and IELTS/TOEFL preparation classes.
• Registration fees for required entrance examinations.
• A team of 4–6 dedicated U.S. mentors.
• Leadership development and mentorship throughout university.
• Support with passport and visa expenses.
• International airfare to the United States and return travel after graduation.
• Textbooks and health insurance support.
• Leadership Summit participation in California.
• Internship opportunities.
• Career support after graduation.

Partner Universities

SHE-CAN scholars have attended prestigious U.S. institutions, including:

• Northwestern University
• Syracuse University
• Bucknell University
• Lafayette College
• Babson College
• University of Minnesota
• University of San Francisco
• University of Portland
• Beloit College
• Gettysburg College
• Lewis & Clark College
• Muhlenberg College
• Spelman College

Additional coalition universities may participate each admission cycle.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be female.
• Be 17–20 years old.
• Be a citizen of Cambodia, Guatemala, or Liberia.
• Be graduating from high school or have recently graduated.
• Have less than one year of university or post-secondary study.
• Demonstrate strong academic performance.
• Show leadership in school or community activities.
• Have strong English communication skills.
• Come from a low-income household.
• Be committed to returning home after graduation to contribute to their country.
• Be able to participate in the required pre-college preparation program.

Program Structure

The SHE-CAN journey includes:

Phase 1: Selection

• Online application
• Academic review
• In-person interview (for shortlisted candidates)

Phase 2: Pre-College Preparation

• English language preparation
• SAT/ACT preparation
• Community leadership project
• College application coaching

Phase 3: University Admission

• Application to partner U.S. colleges
• Scholarship application support
• Visa preparation

Phase 4: Leadership Development

• University education
• Mentorship
• Summer internships
• Leadership Summit
• Career preparation

Phase 5: Returning Home

Graduates commit to returning to their home country within one year after graduation and remaining there for at least three years to contribute to national development.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• High school transcripts (Grades 10–12)
• National examination or WAEC/WASSCE results (where applicable)
• English translations of academic records (if needed)
• Family income information
• Passport or identification documents (if available)
• Optional SAT, ACT, IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo scores

Why Apply?

The SHE-CAN Scholarship Program offers much more than financial assistance. Scholars gain:

• Access to top U.S. universities.
• Full educational funding through partner institutions.
• Personalized mentorship.
• International leadership training.
• Professional networking opportunities.
• Internship experiences.
• Lifelong membership in the SHE-CAN global sisterhood.
• Career support upon returning home.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official SHE-CAN application page.
2. Select the application for your country.
3. Complete the online application.
4. Upload all required documents.
5. Submit before the country-specific deadline.

   The SHE-CAN Scholarship Program 2027 is an exceptional opportunity for talented young women from Cambodia, Guatemala, and Liberia to pursue a fully funded undergraduate education in the United States while developing into future leaders. Through academic preparation, mentorship, leadership training, and full scholarship support, SHE-CAN equips scholars with the skills and opportunities needed to make a lasting impact in their communities. If you meet the eligibility criteria and aspire to create meaningful change, this program is an outstanding pathway to a world-class education and leadership journey.