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Princeton in Africa

 

Description

Princeton in Africa matches talented and passionate college graduates with organizations working across Africa for yearlong service placements. Our program is open to graduating seniors and young alumni from any college or university accredited in the U.S. Our Fellows have helped improve education and public health, source fresh water and alternative energy, increase family incomes, and so much more. We work closely with our fellowship organizations to select highly qualified and motivated graduating seniors and young alumni for our yearlong fellowships. Princeton in Africa creates an excellent opportunity for both fellowship organizations and Fellows, where organizations enjoy access to an exceptionally motivated and talented group of young people, and Fellows gain a unique experience in Africa that translates into a lifelong commitment to African affairs and service. During their year of service, our Fellows create connections that last their lifetime. Some stay and continue to work in Africa; others leverage their experience to launch careers in international development. No matter where they go, our Fellows' experiences with Princeton in Africa transform their lives and perspectives about the world and their role within it. Princeton in Africa is committed to offering opportunities on a need-blind basis. We are an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We are affiliated with Princeton University, and grateful for donated office space and other support, but we are not funded directly by the University. We rely on the continued generosity of corporations, foundations, and individuals like you to make these fellowships possible. By supporting Princeton in Africa, you are not just impacting the life of one individual, but lives within our own communities and across the continent of Africa.

 

Eligiblity Information

Academic Level:
Senior, Recently Graduated

Age minimum or maximum:*
No

Open to international students:
Yes

Required to demonstrate financial need:
No

Discipline Area(s):

Demographic Information (preferred or required):

Award type:
Travel Grant, Fellowship

Amount Awarded:

 

Application Information:

Application Deadline:
October

Date application is available:
August

USC endorsement required:
No

Award Details:

Is there an interview:
Yes

Approximate date finalists are notified:
Spring

Approximate date selected candidates are notified:
Spring

Average number of applications received:

Number awarded:

Sponsor:

Princeton University

 

Contact Information:

Primary Contact:
Princeton University

Position:

Phone:
609-258-7215

Email:
piaf@princetoninafrica.org

Website:
http://www.princetoninafrica.org/

Address:
Louis A. Simpson International Building, Princeton University
Princeton, NJ 08544
United States