Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowships
For mid-career professionals on managerial or expert positions
The competition is now open! Apply by August 1, 2025.
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Elite institutions in the USA
Annual grant
Excellent English language skills
Advantage for new candidates
The Hubert H. Humphrey Program was initiated in 1978 to honor the memory and accomplishments of the late Senator and Vice President, Hubert H. Humphrey. Since 1978 more than 3000 Fellows from over 140 countries have participated in the program.
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:
· Economic Policy and Finance
· Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
· Technology Policy and Management
· Communications and Journalism
· Law and Human Rights
· Agriculture and Rural Development
· Natural Resources and Environmental Policy
· Urban and Regional Planning
· Educational Administration, Planning, and Policy
· Public Health Policy and Management
· Substance Abuse Education and Policy
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.
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.
The application deadline for the 2026–27 academic year is August 1, 2025.
Interview dates are fixed and cannot be rescheduled.
Why should you apply
You get funding for your 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
Rada Kaneva
Program Officer
0879 918 212
rkaneva@fulbright.bg
12 Vitosha Blvd., Sofia
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