Deadline: Varies

The Humphrey Fellowship Program is for experienced professionals interested in strengthening their leadership skills through a mutual exchange of knowledge and understanding about issues of common concern in the U.S. and Fellows’ home countries.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The applicant must have:

•  An undergraduate (first university) degree,
•  A minimum of five years of full-time, professional experience
•  Limited or no prior experience in the United States,
•  Demonstrated leadership qualities,
•  A record of public service in the community, and
•  English language ability

Please contact the U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section or Fulbright Commission in your country of residence to learn about possible specific program requirements 

BENEFITS

The Fellowship provides for:

•  Payment of tuition and fees at the assigned host university.
•  Pre-academic English language training, if required.
•  A maintenance (living) allowance, including a one-time settling-in allowance.
•  Accident and sickness coverage.
•  A book allowance.
•  A one-time computer subsidy.
• Air travel (international travel to and from the U.S. for the program and domestic travel to required program events).
• A Professional Development allowance for professional activities, such as field trips, professional visits and conferences.

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