No, but the fellowship deadline usually comes first. Plan around the October date and file the programme application on its own schedule — separate submissions, but each depends on the other.
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Knight-Hennessy 2027 entry
To start at Stanford in 2027 the fellowship application closes at 1:00 pm Pacific Time on 6 October 2026. Note that this is the fellowship date only — the Stanford programme has its own deadline, often later.
Key dates
| Stage | When | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Fellowship application deadline | 6 October 2026, 1:00 pm PT | Confirmed |
| Stanford programme deadline | Varies by programme — usually in winter | Confirmed |
| Interviews | Winter 2026–27 | Last cycle’s — not yet confirmed |
| Studies begin | Autumn 2027 | Confirmed |
Rows marked “last cycle’s” are guidance only — this cycle’s official notice is not published yet. Confirm every date against the official source below before you apply.
What this cycle pays
- Tuition and associated fees in each of the first three years
- A living stipend for room and board, books, academic supplies and local transport
- An annual economy travel stipend, and a relocation stipend for new scholars
Questions about this cycle
Knight-Hennessy funds the first three years. On a longer PhD the later years are normally covered by the department or research grants, so clarify that arrangement before you accept a place.
Official source
This page was written from: Knight-Hennessy Scholars — dates and deadlines. When the notice changes, this page is updated to match.
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