Yale World Fellows — International Leadership Program

About this opportunity

The Yale World Fellows is a one-year, non-credit leadership program hosted by the Yale International Leadership Center at the Jackson School of Global Affairs. It brings together approximately 30 mid-career professionals from government, business, journalism, academia and civil society, with a focus on emerging leaders who are already changing their fields. Fellows spend the year in New Haven immersed in the Yale community: auditing classes across the university, joining faculty research projects, joining a Leadership and Mainstreaming Studies seminar, and building a bespoke professional development plan. The program includes a three-week leadership retreat in Aspen, Colorado, and a global network of alumni that supports fellows long after graduation. There is no tuition, and travel, housing and a stipend are provided.

Who can apply

• Mid-career professional with substantial leadership experience (typically 7+ years)
• Demonstrated record of impact and commitment to a field or cause
• Typically aged between 28 and 52
• Open to all nationalities and professional backgrounds
• Must be able to participate in person in New Haven for the full academic year
• Strong English proficiency required

What you get

• Fully funded — no tuition, plus travel, housing and living stipend
• One-year immersion at Yale University in New Haven
• Three-week leadership retreat in Aspen, Colorado
• Access to Yale faculty, research projects and auditing opportunities
• Individualised professional development and leadership coaching
• Global alumni network of World Fellows across 80+ countries
• Certificate of completion from Yale International Leadership Center

How to apply

1. 1
   Review eligibility

   Check that you meet all criteria before starting your application.

2. 2
   Prepare documents

   Gather transcripts, recommendation letters, and any required essays or statements.

3. 3
   Submit application

   Apply directly through the official link below. Deadline: Rolling. No fixed deadline.