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The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University



Summary

The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University brings together rising leaders from the United States and around the world who have demonstrated a commitment to finding solutions to challenges in their communities and countries. Scholars complete a fully-funded nine-month residency on campus at Columbia World Projects (CWP), deepening their knowledge and skills, and building new capacities and networks to accelerate their impact.

Benefit

  • Monthly stipend to assist with living expenses in New York City

  • A furnished studio apartment within walking distance of Columbia University, if the program is able to convene in person

  • All tuition and fees for up to four courses at Columbia University

  • Basic medical, dental, and life insurance for the duration of the program in New York City, if the program is able to convene in person

  • Air travel to and from home country and any program-related activities, if the program is able to convene in person

Eligibility

  • The Obama Foundation Scholars 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

    Note: Priority will be given to applicants who have not matriculated at Columbia University. The fellowship is a full-time, residential program at Columbia and cannot be undertaken at the same time as a degree program.


Deadline

6th December 2024


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