U.S. citizens or permanent residents; Under age 33 at time of departure; Bachelor's degree required; Restrictions on prior time spent in placement countries
Requirements
Personal & Background Information; Academic Information; Professional Information; Personal Statement (500-word max); Five Short Answer Questions; 1-2 Minute Video
Application materials
Personal Statement; Short Answer Questions; Video; Letters of Recommendation
How to apply
Complete eligibility questionnaire; Fill out application portal; Submit all required materials by deadline
Important dates
Application portal opens: April 2026; Application deadline: September 8, 2026; Semifinalist interviews: Early November 2026; Finalist notification: Early December 2026; Finalist Weekend: January 27-30, 2027; Scholar announcement: Early February 2027