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Fully fundedUnited StatesFellowship
Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship
U.S. Department of State
The Humphrey Fellowship brings accomplished mid-career professionals to U.S. universities for a year of non-degree graduate study, leadership training and professional affiliations.
What it covers
Tuition, stipend, flights, professional development funds
Deadline
Annual — Nigeria applications close summer
Levels
Fellowship
About this scholarship
It suits public servants, policy makers, journalists, educators and development professionals with at least five years of experience.
Key benefits
- Tuition, stipend and flights
- Professional development allowance
- Humphrey alumni network
Eligibility
- Undergraduate degree and minimum five years of professional experience
- Demonstrated leadership and public-service commitment
- Limited prior U.S. experience
Documents to prepare
- Application with essays
- Two recommendation letters
- Transcripts
- Employer support letter
How to apply
- 1
Apply through the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria
- 2
National shortlisting and interview
- 3
Placement at a U.S. host university
Check before you apply
Values and deadlines change every cycle. Confirm the current figures on the official page before submitting.
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