Fully funded Obama Foundation’s scholarship at Columbia University

Brief Description:

At Columbia University, international students can apply for Obama Foundation scholarships.

Do you see yourself as a rising young leader who is making an impact in your community? Do you want to continue your studies by enrolling in a one-year programme at a prestigious American university?

If that’s the case, apply for a scholarship from Columbia University’s Obama Foundation.

The Obama Foundation awards scholarships to students from all over the world to attend Columbia University. The scholars’ activities will be focused on Columbia World Projects.
Scholarship Details:

Opportunity Type: Fully Funded

Language Requirement: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic

Language of Instruction: English

Deadline: December 22, 2021
Duration: 1 year (Academic and full-time)
Country: United States
Level of study:

·        Non Degree Program

Scholarship Content:

·        Academic training

·        Skills-based training

·        Networking opportunity

·        Mentorship

·        Service activity

·        Leadership development

Benefits of Scholarship:

·        Stipend to help with living expenses in New York City on a monthly basis

·        If the program is able to meet in person, a furnished studio apartment within walking distance of Columbia University.

·        Tuition and expenses for up to four Columbia University courses

·        If the program is able to meet in person, basic medical, dental, and life insurance will be provided for the duration of the program in New York City.

·        If the program is able to convene in person, air travel to and from the home country, as well as any program-related activities.

Note: Applicants with spouses/partners and/or children are invited to apply, but the Obama Foundation Scholars program will only fund costs for the Scholar and not for family members or partners. Housing allowances and stipends are set at a single rate for Scholars, and the program will aid Scholars in acquiring visas. Family members will also be prohibited from accompanying Scholars on program-related trips throughout the year. Only Scholars will be assisted in getting visas through this program.

Eligibility:

·        All nationalities are eligible to apply.

·        Be a rising young leader who makes a positive impact in their communities.

·        Outside the United States, demonstrated commitment to service and leadership in a community, region, or country.

·        After completing the program, they will return to their community.

·        Be emerging leaders who have made a significant contribution to their profession and are at the “tipping point” of their careers.

·        Be fluent in English and choose one of the following options.

·        You must be an English native speaker.

·        Have achieved a TOEFL IBT 100, PBT 600, IELTS 7, or PTE 68 score, or have finished an undergraduate degree in an English-speaking nation.

·        Ability and desire to make a good difference in their community

·        Be a strong believer in humility, integrity, exclusivity, stewardship, fearlessness, imagination, and collaboration.

Required documents

·        culum Vitae CV

·        Personal video statement (max. 5 mins)

·        Short essay questions answers

·        English language test score report

·        2 letters of recommendation

How to Apply?

·        Interested applicants must fill out and submit an online application through the Obama Foundation Scholars program. A selection committee will review the applications.

·        Apply Now (Click HERE)

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·        Read more about Obama Foundation’s fully funded scholarship

Deadline: December 22, 2021