Fellowships for Non-U.S. Citizens
A list of fellowship opportunities for people with disabilities interested in studying or working in the United States.
Fellowships are sorted by deadline.
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January
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August
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October
November
December
Varies/Rolling Deadline
Additional Resources
January
Institute on Disability and Public Policy (IDPP)
Email: admissions@aseanidpp.org
Location: United States
Deadline: January
The Nippon Foundation provides full fellowships including tuition, books, required assistive technology and other support services, to a small group of individuals with disabilities to pursue graduate studies (Master’s level) in Comparative and International Disability Policy (CIDP) at American University's School of International Service through the Institute on Disability and Public Policy (IDPP) for the ASEAN region. The CIDP Master's program will be offered entirely online with the exception of a two-week residency before the start of each Fall semester. Preference for fellowship recipients will be given to applicants who are residents of an ASEAN country and have a documented disability.
February
March
Ted Conference LLC
250 Hudson Street
Suite 1002
New York City, NY 10013 USA
Telephone: +1-212-346-9333
Fax: +1-212-227-6397
Email: Visit website to submit online form
Location: California, USA or Edinburgh, Scotland
Deadline: March
TED
is a nonprofit devoted to “ideas worth spreading,” It seeks
accomplished candidates from diverse areas such as technology,
entertainment, design, science, the arts, and the NGO world. Applicants
will primarily be selected from 5 regions: Asia/Pacific, Africa, the
Caribbean, Latin America, and the Middle East, although citizens of
other areas can apply. Fellowship benefits include skill-building
courses, coaching and mentoring, and full coverage of conference
expenses.
April
Atlas Service Corps, Inc.
1133 19th Street NW, 9th Floor
Washington DC, 20036 USA
Telephone: +1-202-736-5714
Email: info@atlascorps.org
Location: Washington, DC; Baltimore, MD; Seattle, WA
Deadline: Between February 15 and April 15
for the Fall fellowship, or between August 15 and October 15 for the
Spring fellowship
Atlas Service Corps seeks nonprofit leaders from around the world to apply for their fellowship positions. Expenses are paid in this fellowship program, including a living stipend, health insurance, and training. Applicants must have two or more years of experience in the nonprofit sector, a college degree, fluency in English, be 35 years of age or younger, and a commitment to return to their home country after their 12-18 month Fellowship.
Hazel tenBroek Grants for Research on Blindness, Disability Rights and Civil Rights
Jacobus tenBroek Library
Jernigan Institute
National Federation of the Blind
Telephone: +1-410-659-9314 x2225
Email: jtblibrary@nfb.org
Location: Baltimore, MD
Deadline: Monday April 2, 2012
Up to five applicants will win awards of between $500 and $5000 to support projects that require the resources of the Jacobus tenBroek Library and will benefit the public and/or academic community. Undergraduate students may apply, but only for work on a senior thesis or capstone project. Winners of Hazel tenBroek Research grants are expected to spend at least five days in residence at the Jacobus tenBroek Library. Grantees are responsible for their own travel arrangements and visa arrangements (if needed). Blind applicants are preferred, although applicants with other disabilities will be considered. Contact the tenBroek Library for details and application information.
May
Toronto Rehabilitation Institute
Lois Ward, Research Administration
550 University Avenue
Toronto ON M5G 2A2 Canada
Telephone: +1-416-597-3422, ext. 7600
Fax: +1-416-597-3031
Email: ward.lois@torontorehab.on.ca
Location: Hamilton, Toronto or Waterloo in Ontario, Canada
Deadline: May
Toronto Rehab is offering students with disabilities planning to study for a Master’s and PhD at one of six Canadian universities a chance to apply for this CAN$20,000 scholarship. International students are encouraged to apply if interested in a career in rehabilitation science and to make an impact on rehabilitation research. Many fields of study may be eligible, including but not limited to: Architecture, Biology, Biomedical Communications, Chemistry, Computer Science, Disability Studies, Engineering, Health Policy, Kinesiology, Labor Studies, Medicine, Music Therapy, Nursing, Nutrition, Pharmacology, Physics, Psychology, Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Women's Studies, etc.
This scholarship also provides an educational
disability expense supplement, which funds special educational expenses
such as assistive software and devices, attendant services, sign
interpretation, and tutoring. Mentoring is also provided to recipients
of the scholarship.
June
Ford Motor Company International Fellowship
Ford Motor Company International Fellowship of 92nd Street Y
92nd Street YM-YWHA
1395 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10128 USA
Telephone: +1-212-415-5473
Fax: +1-212-415-5798
Email: Visit website to submit online form
Location: New York City, New York
Deadline: June
The Ford International of the 92nd Street Y annual fellowship provides education and support to community leaders from select countries abroad who are engaged in the nonprofit sector. A successful applicant must demonstrate that they are a community leader in the nonprofit sector, either professionally or as a volunteer; that they are addressing issues that affect the community’s well-being; and that they would benefit from an intensive three-week nonprofit management training course in New York.
Applicants must demonstrate fluency in English, have valid
passports, and have regular access to a computer and the Internet.
Applicants must be 21 years of age or older with several years of
leadership experience. Airfare, accommodation, food, transportation,
instruction, and other program-related expenses are included in the
fellowship. Each participant receives a stipend upon arrival.
July
Rotary World Peace Fellowships
Rotary International
One Rotary Center
1560 Sherman Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201 USA
Telephone: +1-847-866-3000
Fax: +1-847-328-8281
Email: rotarycenters@rotary.org
Location: Bangkok, Thailand; Tokyo, Japan; West Yorkshire, England; North Carolina, USA; Brisbane, Australia; Buenos Aries, Argentina.
Deadline: July
Rotary World Peace Fellowships offer two-year master's-level degree programs in conflict resolution, peace studies, and international relations at one of the seven Rotary Centers worldwide. Up to 60 scholars are selected each year to receive the 21-month scholarships that cover tuition, school fees, transportation, room and board, books and supplies, and summer internship, volunteer or research opportunities.
Applicants must be citizens of a country in which there is a Rotary
club, not a spouse or descendant of Rotarian, have proficiency in a
second language (including the language of the proposed host
university), possess excellent leadership skills, and demonstrate a
commitment to peace and international understanding through service,
academic, or professional achievements.
August
September
Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program
The Graduate Center
The City University of New York
365 Fifth Avenue, Suite 5401
New York, NY 10016-4309 USA
Telephone: +1-212-817-2010
Fax: +1-212-817-1572
Email: info@philanthropy.org
Location: New York City, New York
Deadline: September
The
Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society sponsors a three-month program
of leadership training through applied research and professional
mentorships to young scholar/practitioners under the age of 36 working
in the non-governmental organization sector globally. Fellows are based
at The Graduate Center of The City University of New York, where they
design and pursue an individualized research project and participate in a
seminar with Third-Sector leaders. Specific topical areas are chosen
each year. Each fellowship covers the cost of tuition and includes a
$1,300-per month stipend to cover living expenses. Housing is provided
in dormitories, and roundtrip airfare provided. Must have a college or
university degree and speak and write English fluently.
October
Atlas Service Corps, Inc.
1133 19th Street NW, 9th Floor
Washington DC, 20036 USA
Telephone: +1-202-736-5714
Email: info@atlascorps.org
Location: Washington, DC; Baltimore, MD; Seattle, WA
Deadline: Between February 15 and April 15
for the Fall fellowship, or between August 15 and October 15 for the
Spring fellowship
Atlas Service Corps seeks nonprofit leaders from
around the world to apply for their fellowship positions. Expenses are
paid in this fellowship program, including a living stipend, health
insurance, and training. Applicants must have two or more years of
experience in the nonprofit sector, a college degree, fluency in
English, be 35 years of age or younger, and a commitment to return to
their home country after their 12-18 month Fellowship.
Human Rights Watch
350 Fifth Avenue, 34th floor
New York, NY 10118-3299 USA
Telephone: +1-212-290-4700
Fax: +1-212-736-1300
Email: fellowship@hrw.org
Location: New York, Washington, D.C., or London
Deadline: October
Four fellowships are offered to recent graduates of law schools or graduate programs (master's degree and above) in journalism, international relations, area studies, or other relevant disciplines. Citizens of all nationalities are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have exceptional analytic skills, an ability to write and speak clearly in English, and a commitment to work in the human rights field in the future on a paid or volunteer basis. Proficiency in one language in addition to English is strongly preferred. Familiarity with countries or regions where serious human rights violations occur is also highly valued. Human Rights Watch will assist with and pay for obtaining work authorization. Fellows receive US$55,000, plus excellent employer-paid benefits. If a fellow is asked to relocate by the organization, Human Rights Watch may pay certain relocation expenses in particular cases including travel, shipping and temporary living expenses.
Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program
National Endowment for Democracy, International Forum for Democratic Studies
1025 F Street NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20004
Telephone: +1-202-378-9700
Email: fellowships@ned.org
Location: Washington, D.C.
Deadline: October
The Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program enables democratic practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world to promote democratic change. Each of the 16-20 Fellows resides at the International Forum for Democratic Studies in Washington, D.C. and receives a monthly stipend for living expenses, health insurance, and travel reimbursement to and from the United States. While in residence at the Forum, fellows interact with staff, visiting scholars and activists as well as with the policy, media, and academic communities in Washington, D.C.
November
Human Rights Advocates Program
Institute for the Study of Human Rights
Columbia University
Mail Code: 3365
New York, NY 10027 USA
Telephone: 1-212-854-2479
Fax: 1-212-851-1654
Email: ishr@columbia.edu
Location: New York City, New York
Deadline: November
As part of the Center for the Study of Human Rights’ mission, the Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) brings human rights leaders from the Global South and marginalized communities in the U.S. to Columbia University to engage national and international policymakers on impacts of the global economy on their communities. The four-month program focuses on the following key issue areas: environmental injustice, labor rights violations, abuses by multinational corporations, ramifications of resource extraction, public health crises and unsustainable development.
Empower Access Program (EAP)
1828 L Street
N.W. Suite 1200
Washington, D.C. 20036
Tel: 202.833.7522
Email: Fill out a contact form here.
American Councils is actively seeking applications from people in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, and Tajikistan for their ‘Empower Access Program’ (EAP). EAP will afford up to 15 international fellows to travel to the U.S. to undertake a month-long intensive, tailored fellowship at a U.S. host organization that will allow participants to explore in-depth issues including: NGO management and capacity building, inclusive practices in the arts, adaptive technology, sports management, inclusive education, inclusive policies and legislation, wellness initiatives, and advocacy. In addition, EAP will enable up to 15 Americans to participate in a reciprocal visit to their Fellows’ host countries.
December
Asia Pacific Leadership Program (APLP)
Award Services - APLP
1601 East-West Road
Honolulu, HI 96848 USA
Telephone: +1-808-944-7744
Fax: +1-808-944-7070 (attn: APLP)
Email: aplp@eastwestcenter.org
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
Deadline: Varies but typically December
For early to mid-career professionals and graduate students from United States and the Asia Pacific region. The APLP is a graduate certificate program designed to meet new educational and human resource needs during a time of increasing regional interdependence. During the institute, fellows gain a broad regional perspective, become knowledgeable about the critical challenges facing the region, and are trained to exercise collaborative leadership and promote cooperation toward the well being of the countries and peoples of the region. All APLP participants are granted a Entry Fellowship by the East-West Center to cover the majority of program fees. The value of these fellowships is approximately US$15,000. The fellowship does not include second semester field study in Asia and the mainland United States.
Varies/Rolling Deadline
Partners of the Americas
1424 K Street, Suite 700
Washington DC, 20005 USA
Telephone: +1-202-628-3300
Fax: +1-202-628-3306
Email: info@partners.net
Location: South America, Latin America, North America, and the Caribbean
Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
Three
fellowships are offered for citizens from countries in the Americas
(one fellowship is specifically reserved for Colombia citizens),
including South America, Latin America, North America, and the
Caribbean. Fellowships can last anywhere from one to four months.
Fellows are assigned to actual working positions at a host entity and
are expected to participate in hands-on activities. They will remain at
the host entity for the duration of their fellowship. The fellowship
covers airfare, lodging, living allowance, and health insurance for the
Fellow only. The Fellow’s organization in his/her country will cover the
salary during the fellowship period.
CDS USA Internship Program
440 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10016
Telephone: +1-212-497-3500
Fax: +1-212-497-3535
Email: usabroad@cdsintl.org
Location: United States
Deadline: Email for more information
The USA Internship Program gives students and young professionals from around the world the opportunity to intern or train in the United States on a J-1 visa. Programs may last from 6 weeks to 18 months and are designed to promote professional development and cross-cultural understanding.
In addition to J-1 visa assistance, the USA Internship Program provides arrival assistance to the United States, help obtaining a Social Security Number, networking opportunities and cultural events, and support throughout your program. The USA Internship Program is only available to those who have already found an internship with a U.S. company. Once you have an internship, CDS will guide you through every step of the J-1 visa process. Visit the website for tips on how to search for an internship in the United States.
IREX Community Solutions Program
2121 K Street, NW, Suite 700
Washington, DC 20037
Telephone: +1-202-628-8188
Fax: +1-202-628-8189
Email: communitysolutions@irex.org
Location: United States
Deadline: Email for more information
A program of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the US Department of State, and implemented by IREX, the Community Solutions Program is a professional development program for the best and brightest global community leaders working in Transparency & Accountability, Tolerance/Conflict Resolution, Environmental Issues, and Women’s Issues. Selected candidates will participate in: a four month US fellowship with a local organization; over 500 hours developing practical leadership skills; and, follow-on projects in their home countries.
The grant includes J-1 visa support, round-trip travel from participant's home city to the US, accident and sickness insurance, and a stipend to cover housing and meals. Applicants must be proficient in English, ages 25-38, and from selected developing countries listed on the website. People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
United Nations Volunteers
United Nations Volunteers
Postfach 260 111
D-53153 Bonn, Germany
Telephone: +49-228-815-2000
Fax: +49-228-815-2001
Email: information@unvolunteers.org
Location: Over 130 countries
Deadline: Ongoing registrations accepted
United
Nations Volunteers are sent on assignments related to the mission of
the United Nations. Most assignments are humanitarian and peacekeeping
operations or development assistance. Requirements stipulate that
volunteers need to be 25 or older; hold a university degree or a higher
technical diploma; a working knowledge of English, Spanish or French;
and several years of relevant working experience. Support includes a
volunteer living allowance, health and life insurance, annual leave, and
a settling-in-grant paid at the beginning of the assignment. The
majority of UNV assignments are based on 6-12 months of renewable
service, with the understanding that the UNV will commit to a minimum of
one year of service.
United States Student Achievers Program (USAP)
USAP Global Headquarters
US Embassy – Public Affairs Section
Eastgate Mall, 7th Floor, Goldbridge
Harare, Zimbabwe
Telephone: +263-4-758800/1/5
Fax: +263-4-758802/4
Email: info@usapglobal.org
Location: United States
Deadline: Varies by country
The
USAP program is a higher education program for low-income young adults.
The program began in Zimbabwe in 1999 and now has programs in Bangladesh, Brazil, Bulgaria, Colombia, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Jamaica, Latvia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mongolia, Mozambique, Nigeria, Serbia, South Africa, Uganda, UK, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Students demonstrating academic
excellence, leadership potential, an ethos of giving back to the
community, and economic disadvantage are selected for the program.
Students will study at colleges and universities in the United States
and go on to either graduate studies or work.
World Youth Alliance Headquarters
World Youth Alliance
228 East 71st Street
New York, NY 10021 USA
Telephone: +1-212-585-0757
Fax: +1-212-585-0785
Email: wya@wya.net
Location: Belgium, Kenya, Mexico, Philippines or United States
Deadline: Varies based on region
The World Youth Alliance is a global coalition of young people committed to promoting the dignity of the person and building solidarity among youth from developed and developing nations. It trains young people to work at regional and international levels to impact policy and culture. The World Youth Alliance invites youth (ages 18-29) from around the world to apply for its fellowship for 3-month internships at its headquarters in New York City or other offices in Mexico, Kenya, Philippines and Belgium.
The objective of the fellowship is to identify and
train young leaders to communicate articulately with the international
community and larger culture on issues relating to the dignity of the
person, human rights, and integral development. Housing and stipends are
provided based on need; interns must provide their own meals and
air/ground transportation.
Additional Resources
For additional sources of financial aid, check U.S. Department of State opportunities and the National Clearinghouse on Disability & Exchange's extensive list of financial aid sources.
IIE
has a directory, "Funding for United States Study" with over 500
hundred grant and scholarship listings for international students
applying for study in the U.S. The directory is available for purchase
at http://www.iiebooks.org/
