Hubert H. Humphrey 2024 Fellowship Program (Fully Funded)
The Humphrey Program offers a unique opportunity for young and mid-career professionals from specific countries to come to the United States. During their one-year stay, participants engage in graduate-level study without pursuing a degree. Additionally, they focus on enhancing their leadership skills and building professional connections with their American counterparts. The program is currently accepting applications from eligible candidates across the globe for its upcoming edition.
Being a non-degree program, the Fellowship provides valuable avenues for professional growth by offering selected university courses, participation in conferences, networking opportunities, and practical work experiences. These components collectively contribute to the enriching development of participants’ careers.
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship is a prestigious program that welcomes young and mid-career professionals from selected countries to the United States for a year of intensive, non-degree graduate-level study and professional development. Named after the late U.S. Vice President, Hubert H. Humphrey, the fellowship aims to foster international cooperation and mutual understanding through educational exchange. During their stay, fellows engage in tailored academic courses, attend conferences, gain practical work experience, and build meaningful connections with American counterparts. This enriching experience equips participants with valuable skills and knowledge to make a positive impact in their home countries upon their return. The program serves as a bridge for collaboration and dialogue between nations, fostering a global network of leaders committed to addressing complex challenges and promoting international cooperation.
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Fellowship Summary:
Fellowship Sponsor(s): The U.S. Department of State
Host Institution(s): Leading U.S. Universities
Number of Awards: Up to 200 Fellows/Year
Study Level: Mid-Career Professions
Duration: 6-10 months
Nationality: Any Nationality
Requirement and Eligibility Criteria for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program:
- An undergraduate (first university or Bachelor’s) 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
- English language ability
Eligible Countries:
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- Europe and Eurasia
- Middle East and North Africa
- East Asia and Pacific
- South and Central Asia
- Western Hemisphere
Eligible Programs:
Human and Institutional Development
- Economic Development
- Finance and Banking
- Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
- Technology Policy and Management
- Human Resource Management
Rights and Freedoms
- Communications/Journalism
- International Religious Freedom
- Law and Human Rights
- Trafficking in Persons Policy and Prevention
Sustainable Lands
- Agricultural and Rural Development
- Natural Resources, Environmental and Climate Change
- Urban and Regional Planning
Thriving Communities
- Contagious and Infectious Diseases
- Public Health Policy and Management
- HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention
- Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention
- Educational Administration, Planning and Policy
- Higher Education Administration
- Teaching of English as a Foreign Language
Benefits for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program:
- 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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Application Procedures for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (How to Apply):
To access the Humphrey Fellowship application and obtain further information about the application process, please get in touch with the U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section or the Binational Fulbright Commission in your country. For contact details and embassy addresses, you can refer to the list of participating countries categorized by region.
Application Deadline: Varies by country
For more information Visit the Official Website
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