Applications are officially open for the 2026 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program, a fully funded opportunity in the United States. This prestigious international exchange program, part of the Fulbright family, brings professionals from around the world to the United States for 10 to 12 months of academic study, professional development, and leadership training. Unlike traditional degree programs, the Humphrey Fellowship is non-degree and focuses on building real-world skills and lasting global partnerships. Fellows are placed in top US universities – more than 12 institutions participate – where they take courses, collaborate with peers, and develop as leaders. The US government fully funds the program and covers all major expenses, including international airfare, tuition, living allowance, accommodation, health insurance, and meals. Read on for details on eligibility, benefits, and how to apply.
Details About the Hubert Humphrey Fellowship
- Host Country: USA
- Locations: United States Institutes
- Duration: One Year
- Program Start Date: Fall 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: Different deadlines for Each Country
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Accommodation
- Insurance
- Return Airfare
- Stipend
- Tuition Fees
- Living Expenses
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Purpose of the Program
The program aims to build stronger connections between international and U.S. professionals to work on the world’s most pressing global challenges.
Hubert H Humphrey Fellowship Program Universities
Humphrey Fellows are placed at one of approximately 13 to 18 U.S. universities, usually in groups of 7 to 15, rather than selecting their host institution.
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Fields
Applications are invited in the following fields:
Human and Institutional Capacity:
- Economic Policy and Finance
- Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
- Technology Policy and Management
Rights and Freedoms:
- Law and Human Rights
- Communications and Journalism
Sustainable Lands:
- Agriculture and Rural Development
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Natural Resources and Environmental Policy
Thriving Communities:
- Educational Administration, Planning, and Policy
- Public Health Policy and Management
- Substance Abuse Education and Policy
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Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a citizen of an eligible country.
- This fellowship is open to mid-career professionals.
- Have an undergraduate (first university or graduate) degree.
- Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.
- Have demonstrated leadership qualities.
- Be able to speak and understand English.
Eligible Countries
- Africa (Sub-Saharan Africa & North Africa): Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of the Congo, Cote d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
- East Asia and Pacific: Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China, Fiji, Indonesia, Kiribati, South Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Solomon Islands, Thailand, The Bahamas, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Vietnam. The
- Europe and Eurasia: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyz Republic, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Türkiye, and Ukraine.
- Middle East and North Africa: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Oman, Palestinian Territories (West Bank and Gaza), Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
- South and Central Asia: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
- Western Hemisphere (Americas): Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
How to Apply?
The application process is managed by the US Embassy or the International Fulbright Commission. The application is usually online. The link to the official website is given below. Choose your country, click on the program link, and start applying.
