The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program for 2027-2028 is now open for applications from Moroccan mid-career professionals in both the public and private sectors. This prestigious program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE), offers a unique opportunity for accomplished professionals to enhance their leadership skills and professional capabilities through a tailored, 10-month non-degree program at a designated host university in the United States.
Program Benefits
The fellowship provides comprehensive financial support throughout the duration of the program, including:
- Tuition and fees waiver at the designated host university.
- Maintenance allowance (monthly living stipend).
- An allowance for books and professional activities.
- Medical coverage.
- Round-trip airfare to and from the United States.
If you are also interested in other fully funded opportunities to study in the United States, you may want to explore the Fulbright Scholarship Program 2027-2028 for Moroccan Students, which covers Master’s degree programs across most academic fields.
Available Fields of Study
The program is open to experienced professionals working in key development sectors, including:
- Governance and public policy
- Economic and regional development
- Innovation and technologies
- Communication and media
- Law and human rights
- Agriculture and rural development
- Environment and sustainable natural resources management
- Public health and educational policies
The detailed list of available training programs can be found on the official program page: MACECE Humphrey Program Details.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Humphrey Fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- A solid academic background (minimum of a Bachelor’s degree / Licence).
- A good command of the English language.
- A first-rate professional record with at least five years of full-time professional experience, showing progressive responsibilities in either the public or private sector.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities.
According to the U.S. Department of State, fellows are selected on the basis of their overall professional record, their potential for future leadership, and their commitment to public service. Final selections are approved by the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must compile and submit the following documents:
- Online application form.
- Two letters of recommendation (1 academic and 1 professional).
- Copies of obtained degrees and academic transcripts (along with their certified translation into English).
- An employment certificate (along with its English translation).
- An authorization from the home institution permitting participation in the program (required for public sector employees).
- An English language test score (minimum TOEFL ITP score of 550, or equivalent IELTS or Duolingo score). For test registration, contact AMIDEAST Morocco in Rabat or Casablanca.
Note: Please keep in mind that the Humphrey Fellowship is a professional development program and does not result in an academic degree.
Application Procedure and Deadline
The completed application form and all supporting documents must be submitted by email to the Program Coordinator at: [email protected]
Application forms and additional details are available on the website of the Moroccan-American Commission for Educational and Cultural Exchange (MACECE): www.macece.ma
The deadline for submitting application dossiers is July 31, 2026.
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