Program

Laura W. Bush Traveling Fellowship

Organization

U.S. Department of State

Opportunity Type

Fellowship

About the Program

The fellowship will help fund a proposal designed by the applicant to conduct brief work in a foreign country related to the mandate of UNESCO – using education, natural sciences, social and human sciences, culture, and/or communication and information to build strong ties among nations.

The fellowship is intended for American college/university students who express an interest in international collaboration but as of yet had not been afforded many opportunities to travel abroad.

The length of time for the travel is expected to be between 4 and 6 weeks and should include interaction with individuals from other nations. During his/her travel, the recipient should be willing to participate in public diplomacy events arranged with the pertinent U.S. State Department Consulate, Mission, and/or Embassy.

Program Location

Various

Program Start

Summer

Application Deadline

February 22, 2024

Application Website

www.state.gov/p/io/unesco/programs/143138.htm

Paid?

Pay Rate

Description

• Must be a U.S. Citizen eligible for foreign travel
• Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 25 at the time of application
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university in the United States

Open to residents of:

Open to students attending school in:

Degree Programs

• Associate Degree (A.A./A.S.)
• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.)
• Master’s Degree (M.A./M.S./M.B.A.)

Minimum Age

18

Maximum Age

25

Enrollment Status

• Full time

Citizenship

• U.S. Citizens

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Contact

DCUNESCO@state.gov

Organization Website

http://contact-us.state.gov/app/answers/list

Organization Phone

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