The YSEALI Academic Fellows Program for the 2025-26 cohort is now accepting applications for both Spring and Fall sessions. This fully funded exchange program enables university students and recent graduates to enhance their leadership skills while exploring various themes in the United States. All expenses, including airfare, accommodation, meals, and visa fees, will be covered by the U.S. Department of State.
- 🌍 Fully Funded Opportunity: The YSEALI Academic Fellows Program in the USA offers a fully funded fellowship for university students and recent graduates.
- 📚 Session Options: Choose between Spring (April–May) or Fall (September–October) 2026 sessions.
- ✈️ All Expenses Covered: Includes international round-trip airfare, visa fees (J-1 visa), accommodation, meals, and basic living expenses in the United States.
- 🎓 Educational Experience: Study at a top U.S. university, participate in classes, workshops, and hands-on projects.
- 🌟 Leadership Focus: Enhance leadership skills through themes like Civic Engagement, Natural Resources, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and Society and Governance.
- 🇺🇸 Cultural Immersion: Experience American culture, community service, and study tours.
- 🚫 Eligibility Requirements: Ages 18-25 (flexible in special cases), citizenship in eligible countries, proficient in English, eligible for a U.S. J-1 visa, not a U.S. citizen/green card holder, and no prior participation in the program.
- 📝 Application Process: No application or participation fee required. Apply online following eligibility criteria and submit required documents.
Designation:
Fellow
Research Area:
- Civic Engagement
- Natural Resources
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Society and Governance
Location:
United States
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Age between 18 to 25 years (with some flexibility in special cases)
- Citizenship and residence in an eligible country
- Current university students or recent graduates (within the last 4 years)
- Proficiency in English
- Ability to obtain a U.S. J-1 visa (visa fee will be covered)
- Not a U.S. citizen or green card holder
- Cannot have previously participated in this program
- Must not be employed by the U.S. government or have close family ties to someone working for the government
Job Description:
Selected fellows will participate in a 5-week academic program at a top U.S. university, engaging in classes, workshops, and hands-on projects related to their area of study. Participants will also engage with American culture through community service and study tours aimed at developing their leadership capabilities.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official website and click on “Apply Now.”
- Create a free account or log in on the Submittable platform.
- Complete the online application form, providing accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Select your preferred cohort: Spring 2026 or Fall 2026.
- Submit your application by the deadline.
Last Date to Apply:
July 21, 2025 (11:59 PM Myanmar Time)
Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to study in the U.S. and develop your leadership skills – apply now!
