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Eisenhower Fellowships (USA)

Last verified 25 May 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

Eisenhower Fellowships brings outstanding mid-career professionals to the United States for fully-funded customized fellowships of 4–7 weeks. African leaders apply through the Global Program and country-specific programs that periodically feature African nations.

Provider
Eisenhower Fellowships
Host country
United States
Deadline
Varies by program (typically April–June)
Region
North America

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Mid-career professionals aged 32–45 with demonstrated leadership and a track record of accomplishment in their field. Open to applicants from countries selected each year for the Global Program and rotating country-specific programs.
Funding
Fully Funded (travel, accommodation, per diem in the US)
Study level
Professional
Deadline
Varies by program (typically April–June)

Key eligibility criteria

  • Mid-career professionals aged 32–45 with demonstrated leadership and a track record of accomplishment in their field. Open to applicants from countries selected each year for the Global Program and rotating country-specific programs.

Recorded funding information

  • Fully Funded (travel, accommodation, per diem in the US)

About the Eisenhower Fellowships (USA) (2026)

## About Eisenhower Fellowships Eisenhower Fellowships identifies, empowers and connects accomplished mid-career professionals from around the world – including across Africa – to create a more peaceful, prosperous and just world. ## Programs - **Global Program** – ~25 Fellows from ~25 countries each year (4–7 weeks in the US) - **Country & Regional Programs** – rotating focus countries; recent African cohorts have included Ethiopia, Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa - **Zhang Jindong Africa Program** – dedicated programme bringing African Fellows to the US ## What is offered - Fully customised US itinerary based on Fellow's professional goals - All travel, lodging and per diem expenses covered - Spouse may join for portions of the programme - Lifetime membership in a global network of 2,500+ Fellows in 110+ countries ## Eligibility - Aged 32–45 at the start of the fellowship - 5+ years of senior leadership experience - Demonstrated accomplishment, integrity and capacity for impact - Proficiency in English - Commitment to applying learnings on return ## How to apply Applications open annually – typically April for the following calendar year. Nominations and direct applications are accepted at efworld.org/apply.

Funding information

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  • Fully Funded (travel, accommodation, per diem in the US)

Eisenhower Fellowships (USA) eligibility

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  • Mid-career professionals aged 32–45 with demonstrated leadership and a track record of accomplishment in their field. Open to applicants from countries selected each year for the Global Program and rotating country-specific programs.

Eisenhower Fellowships (USA) document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the Eisenhower Fellowships (USA) 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.efworld.org/programs/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Mid-career professionals aged 32–45 with demonstrated leadership and a track record of accomplishment in their field. Open to applicants from countries selected each year for the Global Program and rotating country-specific programs.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: Varies by program (typically April–June). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    Eisenhower Fellowships (USA) deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: Varies by program (typically April–June). This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

      Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.

    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

      If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.

    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

      If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.

    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      Varies by program (typically April–June)

      Provider deadline information: Varies by program (typically April–June). Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Last checked 5/25/2026

    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the Eisenhower Fellowships (USA)?+

    Mid-career professionals aged 32–45 with demonstrated leadership and a track record of accomplishment in their field. Open to applicants from countries selected each year for the Global Program and rotating country-specific programs.

    What funding does the Eisenhower Fellowships (USA) offer?+

    Listed funding: Fully Funded (travel, accommodation, per diem in the US). Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: Varies by program (typically April–June). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://www.efworld.org/programs/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Mid-career professionals aged 32–45 with demonstrated leadership and a track record of accomplishment in their field. Open to applicants from countries selected each year for the Global Program and rotating country-specific programs.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Varies by program (typically April–June). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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