Fellows/USA

Fellows/USA

Looking for a way to finance your graduate education after your Peace Corps service is over? Take advantage of Fellows/USA.

Fellows/USA works with more than 40 universities that offer financial assistance to returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) who pursue graduate studies in a variety of subject areas. Through internships, RPCVs help meet the needs of underserved U.S. communities.

Mission

Fellows/USA advances the Peace Corps' third goal, "to help promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans," by developing and maintaining educational partnerships that place returned Volunteers in internships in underserved U.S. communities. Through a collaboration of universities, public school systems, community organizations, funders, and the Peace Corps, returned Volunteers use the knowledge and skills they developed during their overseas service to improve people's lives here at home. As Peace Corps Fellows, they earn graduate degrees and/or certification at reduced cost, advancing their professional development for careers in a wide range of fields.

Program Overview

Read about the structure and history of Fellows/USA.

Participating Universities

Search our database of programs, or view a list of all participating universities.

Benefits

Learn how Fellows/USA benefits RPCVs while they help others.

Admissions

Volunteers who satisfactorily complete their Peace Corps service are eligible for Fellows/USA. Learn admission requirements and how to apply to a Fellows/USA program.

Fellows/USA News

Read recent issues of Fellows/USA newsletters.

Fellows in the Community

Read about Fellows' internships and the positive effects they have on communities.

Become a Partner University

Are you interested in developing a partnership with Fellows/USA at your university? Learn more about the steps to start a program.

Last updated Aug 28 2008