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Obama Foundation 2025 Scholarship


About the scholarship

The Obama Foundation 2025 Scholarship, in partnership with Columbia University , is an exceptional opportunity for ambitious students from around the world to pursue graduate studies at one of America's most prestigious universities. The scholarship offers diverse academic programs in fields such as public policy, international studies, entrepreneurship, and the social sciences. The scholarship aims to support emerging leaders by providing full or partial tuition waivers, a monthly living stipend, health insurance, and airfare. In addition, the scholarship provides opportunities for practical training and professional mentoring within a global network of experts. If you seek to make a positive impact in your community and the world through higher education, this scholarship is the perfect choice for you. Hurry up and apply now through the official website before the deadline.


The state

  • USA

The city

  •  New York

Donor

  •  Obama Foundation

Host University

  •  Columbia University

Academic stage

  • Master's

Available majors

  • medicine
  • Engineering
  • the law
  • humanities
  • Social Sciences
  • Business
  • Arts
  • Computer Science
  • the environment
  • mathematics

Countries available for application

  • All countries of the world.

Financing

  • monthly salary
  • Free accommodation
  • travel tickets
  • Tuition fees
  • health insurance

Required files for application

  • the biography
  • Certificate and transcript
  • Letter of intent
  • passport
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Answering essay questions
  • Personal video
  • Language certificate

Admission criteria

  • Community leadership and tangible contributions
  • Community commitment and long-term return to benefit
  • English language proficiency

Columbia University Admission Requirements for International Students

  1. Academic rates:
    • High school certificate with a grade of no less than 90%
  2. English language test results:
    • IELTS with a score of at least 7.0
  3. Required documents:
    • Valid passport
    • Translated and certified academic certificates
    • Language test results
    • recent personal photos
    • Proof of payment of the $75 application fee
  4. Other papers:
    • Updated CV
    • A personal statement outlining academic goals
    • Letters of recommendation from previous professors or supervisors

Proof of English language proficiency

Non-native English speakers must submit TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or Duolingo test scores.

Minimum required grades:

  • TOEFL-IBT: 100
  • TOEFL-PBT: 600
  • IELTS: 7
  • PTE Academic: 68
  • Duolingo: 120

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Application deadline
  • December 16, 2024

Official website for applying for the scholarship

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