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The Yale World Fellows Program (The Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program ) is a prestigious four-month, full-time residential fellowship at Yale University, designed for emerging and established leaders who have demonstrated meaningful impact in their communities, countries or professional fields.
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Based at Yale’s International Leadership Center and housed within the Jackson School of Global Affairs, the program brings together a diverse cohort of accomplished professionals from around the world. Each year selected World Fellows spend four months in residence at Yale typically from mid-August to mid-December, engaging in an enriching experience focused on intellectual growth, leadership development and global exchange.
Throughout the program, Fellows have opportunities to broaden their perspectives, strengthen their leadership and professional skills, and explore pressing global issues. Through seminars, workshops, discussions, networking opportunities and interactions with Yale faculty, students and the wider university community, participants exchange ideas and gain new insights from a diverse group of international leaders.
One of the program’s greatest strengths is its global community. Fellows come from a wide range of countries, cultures, professions, and backgrounds, creating a dynamic environment for collaboration, learning, and knowledge-sharing. Participants also become part of a lifelong network connecting them with fellow leaders and the broader Yale community.
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Established in 2002, the Yale World Fellows Program has built a global network of more than 450 Fellows from over 100 countries. Alumni continue to make significant contributions to their communities and professional fields while maintaining strong connections with one another and Yale.
The Yale World Fellows Program offers an exceptional opportunity for leaders to expand their global perspective, enhance their leadership capabilities, develop meaningful international connections, and contribute to a diverse community of changemakers.
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United StatesBenefits
- A taxable stipend to cover the costs of living in New Haven
- A modest, furnished, one or two-bedroom apartment for the duration of the program
- Medical insurance
- Round-trip travel from home country
Eligibilities
- Applicants should be between five and twenty-five years into their professional careers, with demonstrated and significant accomplishments at a regional, national, or international level. The average age of a World Fellow is 39, though there is no minimum or maximum age limit.
- Applicants must be citizens of a country other than the United States. While applicants who hold dual citizenship with the United States are eligible, strong preference is given to candidates whose work is focused outside the United States.
- Applicants must be fluent in English. An excellent command of the English language is essential to successfully participating in the program.
- World Fellows are required to be in residence at Yale University in New Haven for the entirety of the program which runs from mid-August through mid-December.
- Applicants must have:
- An established record of extraordinary achievement and integrity.
- A commitment to the good society and to making a positive impact at the local, national, or international level.
- A promise of a future career in leadership and notable global impact.
- A special capacity for critical, creative, entrepreneurial, and strategic thinking.
- A likelihood to benefit from participation in the program and to contribute to the global perspective on Yale’s campus.
- A commitment to a rigorous program of activities, to full-time residence at Yale for the entire duration of the program, and to mentoring students and speaking frequently on campus.
Eligible Regions: Open for All
Application Process
- The application process for admission to the World Fellows Program is done entirely online. There are no paper forms to complete or mail.
- There is a $20 application fee to apply.
- Prior to the deadline, you may work on your application at any time and submit it when you are ready. After creating an account and accessing the online application, you can upload materials and request your letters of recommendation.
- Applicants are required to submit a résumé/curriculum vitae (maximum 3 pages), a personal statement (maximum 600 words), and three letters of recommendation. Applicants must also submit a brief video statement, and the $20 application fee. Comprehensive instructions can be found within the online application once you create an account.
Application Deadline: December 2, 2026 (26 Days Remaining)
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