SCHOLARSHIP: Columbia University, USA International Scholarship for Postgraduate | Masters Students
The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University, a part of Columbia World Projects and Columbia Global, has launched the application for its seventh cohort, inviting rising leaders from around the world to apply to participate in a nine-month immersive program of academic, skill-based and experiential learning.
About university:
Columbia University, officially Columbia University in the City of New York, is a private Ivy League research university in New York City. Established in 1754 as King’s College on the grounds of Trinity Church in Manhattan, it is the oldest institution of higher education in New York and the fifth-oldest in the United States.
Scholarship deadline:
December 16, 2024
Scholarship details:
- Host Country: United State of America (USA)
- Study Abroad: Study in USA
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Monthly stipend | Air travel | Medical
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
The Obama Foundation Scholarship Program at Columbia University seeks rising leaders from the United States and around the world who meet the following criteria:
- Are emerging leaders who have made meaningful contributions to their field and are now at a “breakthrough moment” in their careers
- Have a proven commitment to service and leadership within a community, region or country, 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 fluent in English (verbal, written and spoken)
- Have the ability and inclination to positively shape the future of their community
- Have a demonstrated commitment to inclusivity, community-orientation, hope, courage, imagination, strategy, accountability, integrity and resilience
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Resume/CV
- Personal video statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Responses to short essay questions
- Proof of English proficiency
To apply for the Obama Foundation Scholars Program, interested candidates should apply using the link created below.
- Candidates can also be nominated by one of the foundation’s partner agencies.
- The deadline to submit an application for the 2025-2026 Obama Foundation Scholars Program is December 16 at 5 PM EST.
Best Wishes
Scholarship Benefits:
- The Scholarship period will run for a year.
- The scholarship will provide:
- Monthly stipend to assist with living expenses in New York City
- A furnished studio apartment within walking distance of Columbia University
- All tuition and fees for up to four courses at Columbia University
- Basic medical, dental and life insurance for the duration of the program
- Air travel to and from home country and any program-related activities
- Leadership development programming led by the Obama Foundation will help scholars gain the real-world skills, tools and experiences to expand the impact of their work when they return home.
