Peace Corps Coverdell Fellowship
The NYU Peace Corps Coverdell Fellowship, for returned Peace Corps Volunteers, consists of a 50 percent tuition scholarship and participation in leadership development programming overseen by the NYU Leadership Initiative. The Coverdell Fellowship award at NYUSPS also includes a book stipend.
Unlock Your Future
Note: All NYU Coverdell Fellows must complete an internship at an organization that serves an underserved community in the greater New York City metropolitan area.
Scholarship Amount
Up to 50% possible
Eligibility
- Peace Corps eligibility requirements
- Minimum 3.50 GPA
One of the required degrees:
- MS in Global Affairs
- MS in Real Estate
- MS in Professional Writing
- MS in Global Hospitality Management
- MS in Travel and Tourism Management
Application Requirements
- Meet the Peace Corps eligibility requirements.
- Complete and submit the NYUSPS application by January 15. In addition to meeting our general admissions criteria, applicants for the fellowship must demonstrate academic excellence and the ability to thrive in a rigorous academic environment. The recommended minimum GPA is 3.50. In addition to academic achievement, applicants must demonstrate professional achievements within their work history.
- Include a copy of the official "Description of Service" as an attachment in your application.
Your Future Starts Here
"Being selected as a Dean’s Scholar at NYU has been a transformative experience, allowing me to give back, grow, and learn with a group of inspiring and supportive people. [It] has opened doors to exciting challenges and opportunities, helping me discover new potential within myself." — Shayidan Ture
