Community Solutions Program 2027 is a fully funded leadership development program in the USA that empowers community leaders to develop solutions to local economic, social, political, and environmental challenges. Participants spend four months in the United States from August to December 2027, while the overall program lasts one year, and IELTS or TOEFL is not required at this time.
The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and supported in implementation by IREX, which assists with program administration and participant support.
Community Solutions Benefits
- Fully funded financial coverage
- J-1 Visa support
- Round-trip travel from participants’ home city to the U.S.
- Monthly allowance to cover housing
- Monthly allowance to cover meals
- Monthly allowance to cover other living expenses while in the U.S.
- Accident and sickness health coverage
- Accessibility accommodations include ADA-accessible rooms for in-person training, JAWS software, and community assistance and training
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Community Solutions Eligibility Criteria
- Age between 27 and 39 years old
- Citizenship: a citizen of a non-eligible country
- Residency: currently living and working in their home country
- Experience: at least 2 years of experience in community development, full-time, part-time, or volunteer
- Not a citizen of the United States
- Successful completion of a Duolingo, TOEFL, or IELTS English language test if selected as a semi-finalist or finalist
- Applicants must be from one of the listed eligible countries
How to Apply for Community Solutions
- Submit the application online
- Answer questions marked with a red*
- Visit the official program website using the link provided to apply
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Applications close on Tuesday, 24 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are frequently asked questions about the Community Solutions Program. These answers cover funding, eligibility, duration, deadlines, and how to apply.
Is the Community Solutions Program fully funded?
Yes. The program is described as fully funded with financial coverage provided and sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and supported by IREX.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is 24th November 2026.
How long is the program and how long will participants spend in the USA?
The overall program lasts one year, and participants will spend four months in the United States from August to December 2027.
Who sponsors and implements the program?
The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding provided by the U.S. Government and supported in implementation by IREX.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants must meet requirements including age between 27 and 39, currently living and working in their home country, at least 2 years experience in community development, not be a U.S. citizen, and be from the listed eligible countries.
Is an English test required to apply?
IELTS or TOEFL is not required at this time for application, but successful completion of Duolingo, TOEFL, or IELTS is required if selected as a semi-finalist or finalist.
What financial benefits are provided?
Benefits include J-1 visa support, round-trip travel from participants’ home city to the U.S., a monthly allowance for housing, meals and other living expenses, accident and sickness health coverage, and accessibility accommodations.
Are accessibility accommodations available?
Yes. Accessibility accommodations include ADA-accessible rooms for in-person training, software such as JAWS, and community assistance and community training.
How should I submit my application?
Applications must be submitted online and questions marked with a red* must be answered.
Where can I apply for the program?
Apply via the official program page at https://www.irex.org/program/community-solutions-program-application-information.
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