Open Society Fellowships for International Students, USA.

Scholarship Description:

The Open Society Fellowship is designed to support individuals pursuing innovative and unconventional approaches to fundamental open society challenges.

About Open Society Foundation:

The Open Society Foundations, established by philanthropist and investor George Soros, stand as a globally influential network of initiatives dedicated to promoting open societies, human rights, democratic governance, and social justice. With a presence in numerous countries, these foundations have been instrumental in fostering positive change by providing financial support, expertise, and advocacy to a wide array of causes. Through partnerships with civil society organizations, governments, and grassroots movements, the Open Society Foundations work to challenge oppressive systems, advocate for marginalized communities, and champion the principles of transparency, accountability, and inclusivity.

At its core, the Open Society Foundations aim to create societies characterized by fairness, tolerance, and equality, where individuals are empowered to participate in the decision-making process and where institutions serve the common good. The foundations' endeavors span diverse areas including human rights, public health, education, and justice reform, reflecting a commitment to shaping a world where all individuals can live dignified lives free from discrimination and oppression.

Objective and Focus

Established in 2008, the Open Society Fellowship was conceived to provide backing to individuals embarking on innovative and nontraditional pathways to address core challenges in open societies. The fellowship endeavors to finance endeavors that contribute to public comprehension of these challenges, thereby sparking inclusive and thought-provoking dialogues within the Open Society Foundations and the broader global community.

Creative Freedom and Outcomes

Recipients of the Open Society Fellowship have the liberty to create outputs according to their preferences, which might include endeavors such as composing a book, producing journalistic or scholarly articles, engaging in artistic projects, or arranging a series of constructive gatherings. Moreover, fellowship cohorts have the opportunity to formulate collaborative work outcomes. Should the need arise, fellowship staff will offer assistance in brainstorming potential outputs for cohorts.

Degree Level:

Open Society Fellowships for International Students, USA. is available to undertake Fellowship level programs at USA Universities.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Scholarship Benefits:

• Stipends for fellows vary, with amounts of $80,000 or $100,000, taking into account factors like work experience, seniority, and present income. This stipend isn't necessarily aligned with the applicant's current salary.

• The program often guides fellows on effective communication of their work to wider audiences and shaping ongoing discussions. Efforts are made to integrate fellows into networks of OSF's partners, grantees, and the fellowship cohort.

• In addition to the stipend, fellows are provided a project budget covering costs like travel, visa expenses, research assistance, conference fees, and health insurance. However, operational and programmatic expenses, such as employee wages and infrastructure, aren't covered.

• The fellowship does not sponsor academic enrollment, whether for degrees or non-degree studies, including dissertation research.

• Notably, the fellowship cannot fund projects involving lobbying activities due to U.S. private foundation tax regulations.

• Application consideration is subject to funding availability within the fellowship program.

Eligible Nationalities:

This fellowship is open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Ideal candidates are specialists characterized by their ability to transcend narrow boundaries of their field, coupled with the determination to accomplish projects of extraordinary significance.

• Proposals are welcomed from individuals worldwide, with the stipulation of a strong command of spoken and written English.

• Applicants are expected to exhibit a profound comprehension of the central concepts embedded within the proposition. They should also be open to collaborating within a group of fellows representing diverse occupational, geographical, and ideological backgrounds.

• Successful candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm for leveraging the extensive resources made available by the Open Society Foundations. Additionally, they should be ready to engage in meaningful interactions within our global network.

  Ineligibility Criteria

  The fellowship does not fund enrollment for degree or nondegree study at academic institutions, including dissertation research.

  This is a fellowship for individuals only; proposals from organizations or individuals acting on behalf of organizations will not be accepted.

Application Procedure:

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