The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program provides ten months of non-degree academic study and related professional experiences in the United States.
The Humphrey Program fosters a mutual exchange of knowledge and understanding about issues of common concern in the United States and the Fellows’ home countries.
The Program offers Fellows valuable opportunities for leadership development and professional engagement with Americans and their counterparts from many nations.
Thirteen major universities in the United States host Humphrey Fellows.
These host universities are chosen for their excellence in the Program’s designated fields of study and for the resources and support they offer Humphrey Fellows.
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
Eligibilities
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
Please contact the U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section or Binational Fulbright Commission in your country of residence to learn about possible specific program requirements.
Eligible Regions: Multiple Region (Check the official website for details)
Application Process
Please contact the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy or Binational Fulbright Commission in your country for more information about application procedures and deadlines.
Embassies and Commissions must submit their nominations to the Institute of International Education office in Washington, DC by October 1. The deadlines for applicants vary by country.