The competition is merit-based and open to those meeting the following criteria:

• be a citizen and legal resident of Argentina, China, Czech Republic, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Peru, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Ukraine, Zambia, or Zimbabwe at the time of application
• have work experience in education with a demonstrated interest in advancing inclusive education
• have an excellent academic record with a bachelor’s degree in teaching, public administration/policy, anthropology, social work, psychology, or related field—degree must be awarded by application deadline
• have demonstrated leadership in the field of education
• be proficient in spoken and written English and able to meet university-designated minimum scores on standardized language tests
• be able to participate in an intensive academic writing program in Summer 2017
• be able to begin the graduate program in August 2017
• be able to receive and maintain visa or study permit to the United States
• demonstrate a clear commitment to return to home country to contribute to advancing inclusive education in their national contexts

The program does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Candidates with disabilities and those from marginalized communities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Fellowship Terms

The fellowship provides:

• tuition and mandatory university fees;
• monthly stipend for room, board, and other living expenses;
• program-related travel;
• accident and health insurance during the program;
• funds for educational materials and professional development;
• all costs associated with pre-academic summer program and annual conference;
• support for students with disabilities to obtain reasonable accommodations necessary for participating in the program of study.

The fellowship does NOT provide funding for dependent family members.

Employees of the Open Society Foundations and employees of local administering organizations (and their immediate family members) who are directly involved in the administration of scholarships are not eligible, nor are individuals receiving other Open Society Foundations–funded support during the scholarship period.

For further details, see complete guidelines and submit an application online (http://bit.ly/2dL45rO), or contact the appropriate regional coordinator below.