NCITD International Trade Scholarship

Begun in 2010, the NCITD International Trade Scholarship is for students pursuing undergraduate, graduate or professional degrees who have an interest in pursuing a career in international trade, which they demonstrate through their education, work experience, volunteering, or any other extracurricular activities related to international trade.

• Scholarships (minimum $1,000) will be paid directly to the institution, in the name of the
  awardee(s).
• Awardee(s) will also receive a one-year NCITD membership and will be welcome to
  attend our monthly meetings (if not currently a member).

• Applicants must be currently enrolled and pursuing either an undergraduate or graduate degree
related to international trade studies, such as political science, international relations, economics,
international business, international law, international finance, etc. at an accredited U.S. college
or university (including study abroad programs affiliated with a U.S. college or university)
• Undergraduate applicants must have at least “junior” status for the 2025-2026 academic year
at an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in international trade, e.g., education, work,
volunteering, publications, or any other extracurricular activities related to international
trade.
• The scholarship program is open to both U.S. and Non-U.S. students enrolled at an
accredited U.S. College or University.
• Applicants must have at least a 3.0 grade point average or equivalent “B” average.

Documents Required

• A copy of your current resume/CV
• An unofficial copy of their most current transcript from the college or university (please note
that the winner(s) will be required to submit an official copy of their transcript to the Scholarship
Committee after their award notification); Transcripts are only required for those applicants
who have already started their degree programs. As a new student, this would not be
applicable.
• A brief narrative (not to exceed 2,000 words) explaining the career in international trade you
intend to pursue, your experience in international trade activities, and your interest in
international trade, that supports your consideration for the NCITD Scholarship.
• Letter(s) of recommendation from an NCITD member, employer or professor (preference
will be given to candidates with a letter(s) of recommendation from a sponsoring NCITD
member)