Major Fellowships
Payne Fellowship
The Payne Fellowship Program provides up to $52,000 annually for a two-year master’s program in international development or another field relevant to the USAID mission. The award includes up to $24,000 toward tuition and mandatory fees; a $18,000 stipend for room, board, books and other education-related expenses; and up to $10,000 per year in stipend, housing, transportation, and related expenses for summer internships. Payne Fellows will participate in two summer internships (one domestic and one international). Fellows who complete the Payne Program and USAID Foreign Service entry requirements will receive appointments as Foreign Service Officers. Fellows commit to five years of service.
Fellowship Advisor
Erin DeCuir, Assistant Director, Office of Major Fellowships
Website
Visit The Payne Fellowship Website
Application Open Date
Late July
Application Close Date
Early November
Academic Areas
Behavioral, Social, and Health Sciences /
Areas of Interest
Public Service /
When To Apply
Senior / Alumni/non-enrolled
