The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2026 is a fully funded, non-degree professional exchange program for accomplished mid-career professionals from Pakistan. The fellowship enables participants to undertake graduate-level academic study and professional development in the United States for 10 to 12 months, strengthening leadership capacity while fostering mutual understanding between Pakistan and the United States.
About the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
The program is administered in Pakistan by the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP). It honors the legacy of former U.S. Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey and focuses on building long-term professional partnerships between leaders in Pakistan and institutions in the United States.
The fellowship is not a degree program. Instead, it combines academic coursework at selected U.S. universities with tailored professional experiences, including internships, workshops, conferences, and field visits relevant to each fellow’s professional background.
Funding Size
The fellowship is fully funded and typically covers:
• Full tuition and university fees
• Monthly living stipend and settling-in allowance
• Round-trip international airfare
• Health insurance coverage
• Textbooks and academic materials
• A one-time computer allowance
• Professional development and field experience costs
Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
• Be a citizen of Pakistan and currently residing and working in Pakistan
• Have 8 to 18 years of progressively responsible professional experience, preferably in leadership or managerial roles
• Possess at least 16 years of formal education (a four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent)
• Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and commitment to public service
• Show high proficiency in spoken and written English and submit approved English test scores
• Have limited or no recent experience living, studying, or working in the United States
• Not hold dual U.S.–Pakistan citizenship
• Not be an employee of the Fulbright organization or the U.S. Department of State
• Provide assurance of returning to Pakistan immediately after the fellowship to contribute to national development
Geographic eligibility
Only Pakistani citizens residing and working in Pakistan at the time of application are eligible.
Sector or thematic focus
The fellowship welcomes professionals from fields that contribute to national development and public service, including:
• Public policy, governance, and public administration
• Economic development, finance, and banking
• Law, human rights, and social justice
• Communications, journalism, and media policy
• Education policy and administration
• Public health policy and management
• Environmental policy, urban planning, and sustainable development
• Technology policy and management
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Application Process
Applicants must complete an online application through the USEFP portal. The process includes:
- Completing the online application form and essays
- Uploading academic transcripts and degree certificates in English
- Submitting required English language test scores
- Providing letters of recommendation, including at least one from a current employer
- Participating in an interview if shortlisted
- Final review and approval by the relevant U.S. scholarship authorities
Required Materials
• Completed online application form
• Academic transcripts and certificates
• English proficiency test scores
• Updated CV or résumé
• Letters of recommendation
• Personal statements and professional goals essays
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Key Dates
Application Deadline: May 20, 2026
Program Duration: 10–12 months
Program Start: Fall of the following academic year
Selection Notes
Selection is highly competitive and based on professional excellence, leadership potential, clarity of goals, and commitment to serving Pakistan after the fellowship. Successful candidates must comply with the home residency requirement and return to Pakistan immediately upon completion of the program.