Harvard LEAD Fellows Program

Applications are now open for the Harvard LEAD Fellows Program 2027/28 in the USA. It is a Fully Funded one-year-long fellowship program that will run virtually and physically.

The fellowship will start from September 1, 2027, to August 31, 2028. The Fall semester is Virtual, and for the Spring semester, candidates will travel to the United States to attend the Harvard LEAD Program at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The Duration of the in-person program is 6 weeks, which is expected in April of 2028.

To be considered for the Harvard LEAD Fellowship Program, you must:

• possess a minimum of a master’s degree in a relevant field.

• be currently working full-time in the field of global health.

• have at least 10 years of professional experience (work completed as a university student does not count).

• have the full support of their employer and a champion in their organization who will serve as a reference

• take a leave of absence (or equivalent) from their home institution during the 6-week in-residence experience in April 2027.

• be able to reside in Boston, MA.

• nominate yourself by applying.

The Fellowship Covers:

• Return Airfare

• Accommodation

• Meals

• Stipend

• Visa Fees

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

• CV/Resume.

• Letter of Intent.

• Essay 1: Plan for Career Development/Training Activities.

• Essay 2: Project Plan.

• Essay 3: Candidate’s Plan to Provide Mentoring.

• Essay 4: Fellowship Impact on Candidate’s Organization, Field, and Home Country.

• Letter of Institutional Commitment.

• Letter of Mentor Commitment.

• Two additional letters of reference.

To apply for the Harvard LEAD Fellows Program, interested and qualified candidates should;

• 1

  Click the green button below to go to the fellowship application page.

• 2

  Candidates have to apply online from the official website. The Link to the website is in the button below.