Fully Funded Obama Foundation Scholars Program in USA 2025-26

The Fully Funded Obama Foundation Scholars Program in USA is open to all nationals. It is a 9-month residency program that takes place at Columbia University in the city of New York. It is open to participants from the United States and from all around the world who are working, passionate, and demonstrated finding solutions to challenges in their communities and countries. It aims to identify the leaders who are committed to creating positive change in their communities. The participants will spend 9 months in New York at Columbia University to deepen their knowledge, gain skills, make networks, and amplify their impact. It will run from August through May. This is not an academic scholarship.

• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• Furnished studio apartment within walking distance from the Columbia University
• Full tuition and program fees are covered.
• Basic medical, and dental Expenses.
• Return airfare tickets.

• The program is open to all nationals.
• To be successful in their field, they should have a strong track record.
• Be committed to their community and have a proven record of leadership or proof of contributing to the community.
• Fluent in English.