To all the professionals out there, what could be better than polishing your leadership skills through a prestigious residential leadership program in the United States, with all your finances covered? Well, wait no more as Yale University has recently announced the applications for its anticipated “Yale University World Fellows Program 2026″ through its official portal.
For those who are not aware of this program, it’s a prestigious fellows program hosted by Yale University and administered by the International Leadership Center (Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs). Calling applications from highly motivated and talented professionals with demonstrated accomplishments at either the regional, national, or international level to apply. No country restrictions, (Non-US) nationals from all around the world are invited to submit their applications. The duration of the fellows programme is 4 months, scheduled to run from mid-August to mid-December 2026 at YALE University, in New Haven, United States.
The objective of the World Fellows Programme at Yale University is to nurture young professionals by deepeing their leadership capacity, broadening their networks, and refining their innovative startegies so they can drive meaningful change in their home communities. The “World Fellows Programme” is highly competitive; each year, the program receives thousands of applications for a limited number of fellowships. Applicants with extraordinary achievements and commitment to a better society are encouraged to apply.
The World Fellows Program offers a generous compensation package to the selected participants that includes: A competitive stipend, furnished accommodation, Medical insurance, and round-trip travel support. The program does not require an application fee or any other costs to apply – the application process is online. Interested applicants need to submit their applications by December 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST.
Yale University World Fellows Programme 2026 Overview
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Offered By | Yale University |
| Location | Yale, New Haven, CT |
| Open for | All Nationals (Except US) |
| Dates | Mid-August to Mid-December 2026 |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | December 30th, 2025 |
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants meeting the following criteria are invited to submit their applications for the World Fellows Programme:
- The World Fellows program is accepting applications from all non-US nationals
- Applicants with dual nationality with the US can apply
- An excellent command of the English language, both Verbal & Written
- Professionals with 5-25 years of professional work experience
- Demonstrate significant accomplishments at the national or international level
- There are no Age restrictions; however, the average age of fellows is 39 Years
- Attend the complete program in person at Yale University, New Haven
Programme Coverage
The World Fellows Program at Yale University offers a comprehensive compensation package.
- A competitive stipend to cover your living expenses during your stay
- One or two-bed furnished apartment
- Medical Coverage
- Round-trip air travel costs
Benefits
- Immersive skills development and leadership experience
- Amplify your voices on an International platform
- Interaction with Yale’s renowned faculty and global leaders
- Become a part of the global Alumni network
- Broaden your networks with policymakers and global leaders
- Access to Yale’s world-class amenities such as libraries, courses, labs, etc
Programme Components
A tailored fellows programme that consists of the following engaging program components:
- Attend weekly seminars focusing on topics related to society, global challenges, and leadership
- Engage in productive discussion with distinguished guests
- Explore over 2000 Yale courses to engage academically
- Fellows will be mentoring Yale students
- Participation in networking events to broaden their networks
Selection Criteria
The selection is based on the following factors:
- Record of extraordinary achievements
- Passionate about bringing a positive impact to their societies
- Critical, entrepreneurial, and strategic thinking
- Committed to contributing to the global perspectives on the Yale campus
- Committed to attending the entire program, mentoring Yale students, and participating in the activities
Required Documents:
- Resume/CV (Max 3 Pages)
- Personal Statement not exceeding 600 words
- 3 Letters of recommendation
- Video Statement
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How to Apply for the 2026 Yale Fellowship Program?
The application process to apply for the World Fellows Programme is entirely online. Interested applicants meeting the required criteria need to visit the official link below to apply. Make sure to completely fill out your online application and provide complete documents. No paper form of applications will be accepted.
To apply, visit the official link mentioned below:
APPLY FOR 2026 YALE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME
Application Deadline: December 3, 2025
