The Yale World Fellows Program seeks applications
from early mid-career emerging leaders who have distinguished themselves within
their own professions, regions, countries, or at an international level.
World Fellows are selected from a wide range of
fields and disciplines including government, business, non-governmental
organizations, religion, the military, media, and the arts.
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must:
- BE
IN THE MID-CAREER STAGE Fellows are at least five, and typically
not more than twenty, years into their careers, with demonstrated work
accomplishments, and a clear indication of future contributions and
excellence. The average age of a World Fellow is 39, though there is
no minimum or maximum age limit.
- BE
FLUENT IN ENGLISH An excellent command of the English language is
essential.
- BE
A CITIZEN OF A COUNTRY OTHER THAN THE UNITED STATES While dual
citizens are eligible, preference is given to candidates whose work is
focused outside the US.
Selection criteria include:
- An
established record of extraordinary achievement and integrity;
- Commitment
to engagement in crucial issues and to making a difference at the national
or international level;
- Promise
of a future career of leadership and notable impact;
- Special
capacity for critical, creative, entrepreneurial, and strategic thinking;
- Likelihood
to benefit from participation in the Program and to contribute to global
understanding at Yale;
- Commitment
to a rigorous program of activities, to full-time residence at Yale for
the entire duration of the program, and to mentoring students and speaking
frequently on campus
The application deadline for the 2014 Yale World
Fellows Program is Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at 11:59 PM EST
