Overview
The African Women Public Service Fellowship at NYU Wagner is funded by the Oprah Winfrey Foundation. It allows African women to pursue graduate study in public service and then return home to lead. The fellowship covers tuition, housing, travel, and a stipend. It is open to women who are citizens of and living in an African country.
Awarded by
NYU Wagner, USA
Subjects and level
Fellows enroll in one of two graduate programs at NYU Wagner: the two-year Master of Public Administration or the one-year Executive MPA: Concentration on International Public Service Organizations.
Awards available
Not specified.
Who can apply
African Women
What the award covers
For either program, the award covers tuition, housing, travel to and from the United States, and a small stipend for books and miscellaneous expenses.
Eligibility requirements
To be eligible, you must meet the general admissions criteria listed here and be a citizen of and resident in an African country when you apply. The admissions committee looks closely at women with strong academic records, a clear commitment to public service, and a need for a Wagner education to make a lasting impact on public service in their home country and region.
Applicants must also commit to returning to their home country after the program, with the aim of taking a leadership role in Africa and addressing the continent's challenges.
How to apply
No separate form is needed for the African Women Public Service Fellowship. When you apply for admission, you are automatically considered for all scholarships, including this one. Submit your admissions application by the January or May deadline.
Visit this page and the official website (link below) for full details on how to apply.
Official website
Official Scholarship Website: http://wagner.nyu.edu/global/fellowships/awpsf
At a glance
- Host: NYU Wagner, USA
- Level: Master's (MS) degree
- Study destination: New York, USA
- Deadline: January or May (annual)
- Awards: Not specified
- Covered: Tuition, housing, travel, and a small stipend
- Target group: African women
Who should apply
This fellowship suits African women who are citizens of and living in an African country and who want to pursue a master's in public administration or an executive MPA at NYU Wagner. It is for those with strong academic records and a demonstrated commitment to public service.
You should apply if you plan to return home after your studies and take on a leadership role to address public service challenges in Africa.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the African Women Public Service Fellowship? African women who are citizens of and resident in an African country at the time of application and who meet NYU Wagner's general admissions criteria.
- What does the fellowship cover? Tuition, housing, travel to and from the United States, and a small stipend for books and miscellaneous expenses.
- What is the application deadline? You must submit your admissions application by the January or May deadline.
- Do I need a separate application for this fellowship? No. There are no special forms. You are automatically considered for all scholarships when you apply for admission.
- What programs can I study? The two-year Master of Public Administration or the one-year Executive MPA: Concentration on International Public Service Organizations.
How to apply
- Read the official admissions guidelines carefully before you start.
- Prepare your documents early, including transcripts and test scores.
- Check if you need an English language test and register in time.
- Write a clear statement showing your commitment to public service in Africa.
- Submit your application well before the January or May deadline.