The Obama Foundation Scholars Program 2019-2020 at Columbia University for International Student

Obama foundation every year announced many scholarship for international student around the world. The application for the 2020-2021 Obama Foundation Scholars Program is now open In addition, Scholars participate in one-of-a-kind experiences led by the Obama Foundation, including robust networking, mentorship, service activities and values-based leadership development, offering them a chance to learn from some of the world’s most innovative leaders and to build connections with the Obama Foundation and with Obama Foundation Scholars at the University of Chicago.

Deadline: 13 December 2019

Required Documents

• Online Application
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Personal Video Statement
• Responses to Short Essay Questions
• Proof of English Proficiency ( TOFLE =100 and ILET=7)
• Three Letters of Recommendation

Benefit

• Monthly stipend 
• A furnished studio apartment 
• All tuition and fees  
• Basic medical, dental and life insurance 
• Air travel 
• Leadership development programming led by the Obama Foundation that will help scholars gain the real-world skills, tools and experiences to expand the impact of their work when they return home

Eligibility

The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University seeks rising leaders from around the world who meet the following criteria:

• Have a proven commitment to service and leadership within a community, region or country outside the United States, 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 emerging leaders who have made meaningful contributions to their field and are now at a “tipping point” in their careers
• 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 humility, integrity, inclusivity, stewardship, fearlessness, imagination and teamwork

How to Apply

You have to Apply Online. Upload all the documents along with the application form & must be submitted online.

Apply now: Complete the online application form