Knight-Hennessy Scholars 2027 is a multidisciplinary leadership development programme for graduate students at Stanford University. Scholars join the programme alongside their graduate studies at one of Stanford’s seven schools. They receive up to three years of financial support and participate in experiences designed to prepare them for leadership roles across different sectors.
Programme Snapshot
Programme: Knight-Hennessy Scholars
Host: Stanford University
Category: Graduate Scholarship and Leadership Development Programme
Cohort: 2027
Academic Level: Graduate Studies
Duration: Up to three years
Financial Support: Tuition fellowship, living and academic expenses stipend, and annual travel stipend
About Knight-Hennessy Scholars 2027
Knight-Hennessy Scholars is a fully-endowed leadership development programme for Stanford University graduate students. It brings together scholars from different disciplines, nationalities, perspectives, and backgrounds.
All scholars enrol in a graduate degree programme at one of Stanford University’s seven schools. Alongside their academic studies, they take part in programming that supports their development as leaders.
Leadership Development Programme
Scholars participate in up to three years of programming that complements their graduate studies. The programme prepares them to take on leadership roles in academia, industry, government, nonprofits, and the wider community.
Knight-Hennessy Scholars emphasizes three core characteristics:
• Independence of thought
• Purposeful leadership
• Civic mindset
Financial Support
Knight-Hennessy scholars receive financial support for up to three years, depending on the length of their degree programme.
The support includes:
✓ A fellowship for tuition
✓ A stipend for living and academic expenses
✓ A travel stipend for one annual trip to and from Stanford
Scholar Community
A new cohort joins the Knight-Hennessy community each year. Scholars learn together, collaborate on projects, and build connections across disciplines and backgrounds.
