Professional Fellows Program (PFP) 2026 – Fully Funded Professional Exchange in the USA

Exchange Programme Fully funded Closed

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U.S. Department of State; World Learning; American Councils for International Education United States 2026

Information

The Professional Fellows Program (PFP) is a two-way exchange initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by partners such as World Learning and American Councils for International Education. For Spring 2026, it focuses on Governance & Society and involves mid-career professionals from South and Central Asia participating in a five to six week program in the United States, with a reciprocal exchange component.

Benefits

Round-trip international travel; accommodation and ground transportation; participation in cultural activities; modest daily stipend; visa support.

Eligibility

Mid-career professionals aged 25–40 with at least two years of experience in governance, policy, public administration, journalism, civic engagement, or innovation.

Application

Applications are submitted online through the official portal; there is no fee. Required documents include a CV, a statement of purpose, and professional references.

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Opportunity Details

TypeExchange Programme

FundingFully funded

OrganiserU.S. Department of State; World Learning; American Councils for International Education

LocationUnited States

Study level Early-career professional

Open toOpen to mid-career professionals from eligible countries in the program context (South and Central Asia) with a reciprocal exchange to the United States.

Age25–40 years

Open to all subjects Political Science / International Relations Social Sciences