Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowships
For mid-career professionals on managerial or expert positions
All areas of study in sciences and arts
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Elite institutions in the USA
Annual grant
Excellent English language skills
Advantage for new candidates
Apply by 21 June
The program provides mid-career professionals in the private and public sector with an opportunity for a 10-month non-degree academic and professional training in the following areas:
Agricultural development/Agricultural Economics; Communications/Journalism; Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention; Economic development/Finance and Banking; Educational Administration, Planning and Policy; Human Resource Management; Law and Human Rights; Natural Resources and Environmental Management; Public Health Policy and Management; Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration; Technology Policy and Management; Urban and Regional Planning etc.
Eligibility Requirements
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- Candidates must have Bulgarian citizenship. Green card holders and persons with dual (Bulgarian and US) citizenship are ineligible.
- Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree.
- English language competence is expected. Nominated applicants will be required to submit valid TOEFL results. (Free vouchers are provided by the Fulbright Commission).
- A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the respective field is required.
- Candidates should be in sound health.
General selection criteria
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- Candidates should demonstrate potential for leadership and commitment to public service with an emphasis on national development needs.
- Candidates should demonstrate adaptability and personal suitability.
- Candidates should be representative and responsible citizens who can contribute to a full picture of the culture and civilization of Bulgaria .
- Preference is generally given to candidates who have not had prior professional experience in the U.S.
All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation
Documents
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- Application form: at https://apply.iie.org/huberthhumphrey
- Two letters of reference submitted via the online platform
- Available valid TOEFL scores or other proof/certificate of English language competence.
PLEASE NOTE:
- All items should be translated into English.
- All supplementary documents should be submitted as scanned attachments in the online application form.
The Fulbright Commission will advise applicants to submit a medical history and examination report if and when necessary.
Interview dates and times for the selected candidates are fixed.
Apply by: June 21, 2024
This is an open competition for 2025-26 academic year.
The interview dates are fixed and are not subject to changes or additional options.
Why should you apply
You get funding for you tuition
Qualification opportunity from an elite university in the USA
Educational and cultural exchange
Networking opportunities with top experts in your area of expertise
Career growth prospects
Maria Kostova
Program Officer, Bulgarian Grantees
- 0879 164 095
- mkostova@fulbright.bg
- Sofia, 12 Vitosha Blvd
Consultation Hours: Monday-Friday, 2:00–4:00 PM
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