Are you a mid-career professional who is keen to advance your leadership skills in the US and is driven to make a difference in your industry? Applications are now being accepted for the esteemed Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for the 2026–2027 academic year from qualified nationals of several nations! Successful professionals from all over the world come together to improve their leadership and collaborate professionally in the United States through this government-funded program.
Benefits of Fellowship
The Humphrey Fellowship is a fully funded, non-degree program that includes:
- Round-trip international travel
- Full tuition and academic expenses
- Monthly maintenance stipend
- Health insurance coverage
- Allowance for professional development activities
- Funding for a 6-week professional affiliation in a U.S.-based organization
- Possible Long-Term English (LTE) language training for select candidates.
Subjects of Study
Fellowships are available in a number of subfields within four core areas:
1.Human and Institutional Capacity
- Economic Policy and Finance
- Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
- Technology Policy and Management
2. Sustainable Lands
- Agriculture and Rural Development
- Natural Resources and Environmental Policy
- Urban and Regional Planning
3. Thriving Communities
- Public Health Policy and Management
- Substance Abuse Education and Policy
- Educational Administration, Planning, and Policy
4. Rights and Freedoms
- Communications and Journalism
- Law and Human Rights.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
- Undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years of full-time professional experience by June 2026
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and commitment to public service
- Proficient English skills (TOEFL recommended score: 71 iBT or 525 PBT)
- Limited or no prior experience in the United States
- Not a recent university graduate or academic without management responsibilities
Long-Term English training available for those with TOEFL scores of 42–61 iBT or 440–500 PBT.
Apply : https://www.humphreyfellowship.org/how-to-apply/
Call : https://rs.usembassy.gov/hubert-h-humphrey-fellowship-program-competition-2026-2027/.
Application Timeline :
The application process for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2026–2027 follows a structured schedule. All online applications must be submitted no later than July 31, 2025, while supporting documents sent by post must arrive by July 25, 2025. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for in-person interviews at the U.S. Embassy in Belgrade in early September 2025.
