SCHOLARSHIP: Columbia University, USA International Scholarship for Postgraduate | Masters Students

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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.

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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.

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