The Obama Foundation Scholars Program

Applications are now open for the Obama Foundation Scholars Program 2022-2023. The program is an initiative of the University of Columbia that targets young and rising leaders worldwide who contribute to the development of their communities. The Obama Foundation Scholars will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge and skills and to build new capacities and networks that will accelerate their impact in their countries.

Eligibility

The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University seeks rising leaders from around the world who meet the following criteria:

  • Have a proven commitment to service and leadership within a community, region or country outside the United States, coupled with a demonstrated commitment to return to these communities following their completion of the program and apply their enhanced training, skills and connections on a long-term basis for the benefit of these communities
  • Are emerging leaders who have made meaningful contributions to their field and are now at a “tipping point” in their careers
  • Have the ability and inclination to positively shape the future of their community
  • Have a demonstrated commitment to humility, integrity, inclusivity, stewardship, fearlessness, imagination and teamwork
  • Are fluent in English (verbal, written and spoken)
  • English Language Requirement: Candidates who are from countries where the English language is not used as official language may need to provide proof of language ability by means of Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) or the Duolingo English Test (DET). No other exams will be accepted. Also see official webpage for further language requirement details. This requirement is waived for certain categories of applicants, including those who have completed a bachelor degree program in an English speaking country

Benefits

The Obama Foundation Scholars Program comes with the following benefits for the scholars including;

  • Monthly stipend for living expenses in New York City,
  • a furnished studio apartment,
  • all tuition and fees,
  • Basic medical,
  • dental and life insurance for the duration of the program,
  • Air travel to and from home country and
  • Leadership development programming.

How to Apply: 

To apply for the Obama Foundation Scholars Program 2022-2023, applicants are to complete the online application form

Application Deadline: 22nd December 2021 at 5pm ET.

For all details visit; https://worldprojects.columbia.edu/application-information

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