Quick Facts (at a glance)

Summary

• The General Fellowship Program places recent graduates with host organizations in Africa to exchange skills, leadership, and technical expertise.
• Stipends cover basic living costs; amount varies with location and host-provided in-kind support (meals, housing, transport).
• Stipends may not cover leisure travel or costs in Fellows’ home countries. Additional financial assistance is available on demonstrated need after acceptance.

Who can apply (Eligibility)

• Graduates (or undergraduates finishing studies by June 2026) of U.S.-accredited 4‑year universities — bachelor’s, master’s, or Ph.D. holders.
• Age: must be born on or after September 1, 1991 (no older than 35 in fellowship year).
• Passport valid through August 2027.
• Not enrolled in any graduate/doctoral/equivalent program during the fellowship period.
• Full professional proficiency in English (CEFR C1 or above). French proficiency is preferred for certain placements.

Stipend — what to expect

• Stipend designed to cover basic living costs in the placement location.
• Example: a placement in a major city without housing/meals could pay > $1000/month; placements with housing/meals provided might be ~ $350/month.
• Stipends are location-sensitive and not intended for extra travel or costs outside the placement.

Application requirements (submit online)

• Online application questionnaire (use the official link below).
• Resume/CV — max 2 pages, PDF, font size 10 or larger.
• Official transcripts sent directly from your university via secure platform or official university email — in English or with English translation.
• One letter of recommendation submitted directly by the recommender through the online form.

Important note

Deadline: Monday, October 27, 2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern. Make sure recommenders submit letters directly through the form before the deadline.