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Obama Foundation Scholars Program 2020-21

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Eligibility

Graduates

Region

United States

Award

Stipend, tuition fees, airfare and other benefits

Deadline

Closed

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About The Program

Columbia University, New York invites applications for the Obama Foundation Scholars Program 2020-21 from rising leaders of the world. The program aims to recognize and support the outstanding individuals working for the betterment of their communities. Selected scholars will receive a monthly stipend, furnished studio apartment, tuition fees, basic medical, dental and life insurance, air travel and participation into the leadership development program.

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:

  • Have proven commitment to service and leadership within a community, region or country outside the United States
  • Be an emerging leader who has made meaningful contributions to his/her field and is now at a “tipping point” in his/her career
  • Be 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 humility, integrity, inclusivity, stewardship, fearlessness, imagination and teamwork
Benefits
  • Monthly stipend
  • Furnished studio apartment
  • Tuition and fees 
  • Basic medical, dental and life insurance
  • Air travel
  • Participation in the leadership development programme led by Obama Foundation
Documents
  • CV
  • Personal video statement
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Three letters of recommendation
How can you apply?

Follow the steps below to apply for the scholarship:

Step 1: Click on the link to register or login by using email credentials.
Step 2: Fill the required details.
Step 3: Upload the necessary documents.
Step 4: Submit the application form.

More Details
Important Dates

Application deadline: 13th December 2019 (12:00pm EST)

Terms and Conditions
  • Recommendation letters should not be written by family members or friends.
  • Tuition and fees would be provided for up to four courses.
  • Requirement of proof of English proficiency test will be waived off for the candidates who have completed an undergraduate degree in a country where English is the official language or have qualified TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE exams in the last five years and scored at or above the minimum requirement of 100 (TOEFL-IBT), 600 (TOEFL-PBT), 7.0 (IELTS), or 68 (PTE Academic).
Contact Details

Columbia World Projects
The Forum, Columbia University,
605 West 125th Street,
New York, NY 10027
Email: ColumbiaWorldProjects@columbia.edu

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