Young Professionals Program
The East-West Center Young Professionals Program supports graduate students in developing leadership and cross-cultural skills while studying at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
Funder: East-West Center
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Application opens) | July 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Covers full tuition and fees at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, housing, partial food/incidental stipend, health insurance subsidy, and book allowance for 1–2 years.
Summary: Provides emerging leaders from the U.S., Asia, and the Pacific with academic, professional, and cross-cultural development while pursuing graduate study at the University of Hawai‘i.
Description
The East-West Center’s Young Professionals Program (Graduate Degree Fellowship) supports outstanding graduate students from the United States, Asia, and the Pacific who are committed to regional engagement and leadership. Fellows pursue master’s or doctoral degrees at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa while participating in specialized academic, leadership, and community-building programs designed to foster cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. The program aims to create a vibrant network of leaders dedicated to addressing key issues in the Asia-Pacific region.
