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Harvard LEAD Fellowship 2027-2028 in the USA | Fully Funded

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Location
United States
Opportunity type
fellowship
Published
October 9, 2026

Quick summary

Applications for the Harvard LEAD Fellowship 2027-2028  in the USA are now open. It is offered by Harvard Global Health Institute, in collaboration with the Department of Global Health and Population at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. This fully funded fellowship 2027 will run virtually and in-person from 1st September, 2027 to 31st August, 2028. The LEAD (Learn, Engage, Advance, Disrupt) will bring together post-doctoral, global health leaders, and Harvard junior faculty to enhance their careers, and join a diverse community of health professionals.

Eligibility: Criteria for Harvard LEAD Fellowship in the USA: Applicants from all continents, regions, disciplines, sectors, genders, and gender identities are eligible to apply. Applicants must nominate themselves by submitting an online application. Applicants should at least have a master’s degree in relevant field. Applicants should be currently working in the field of global health and have minimum 10 years of professional experience.

Benefits: of Harvard LEAD Fellowship in the USA: The fellowship covers the in-person residency at Harvard, including housing, round-trip flights to Cambridge, Massachusetts, course fees, and a daily allowance for meals and local transportation during the six-week stay. An opportunity to attend a fully funded fellowship in a prestigious institute of USA.

How to apply: for Harvard Fellowship USA: Apply through online application form. First, create a new account. Enter your personal information. Mention your contact information. Provide your educational educational details. Select the years of your professional experience. Upload the required documents. Write answers to all 4 essay questions in the given space.

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Overview

Applications for the Harvard LEAD Fellowship 2027-2028 in the USA are now open. It is offered by Harvard Global Health Institute, in collaboration with the Department of Global Health and Population at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. This fully funded fellowship 2027 will run virtually and in-person from 1st September, 2027 to 31st August, 2028. The LEAD (Learn, Engage, Advance, Disrupt) will bring together post-doctoral, global health leaders, and Harvard junior faculty to enhance their careers, and join a diverse community of health professionals.

These Harvard fellowships 2027 will begin virtually in the fall semester, where fellows will discuss their plans and attend virtual mentorship meetings. Offering an executive education course, leadership workshops, mentorship, team-building, and public speaking opportunities, the fellowship will include a six-week in-person experience at Harvard University in April 2028. During this period, fellows will receive a living stipend, while the Harvard Global Health Fellowship will cover housing, flights to and from Cambridge, visa fees, and course fees. This international leadership fellowship in the USA also provides financial support for living expenses during the stay and offers valuable professional development and global health leadership training.

These fully funded fellowships abroad aims to promote emerging leaders in global health. Fellows will work with an executive coach and will also receive career advice from mentors. If you are an emerging leader, having interest in global health, then LEAD program is an amazing opportunity for you. This is your chance to build networks, present your work and enhance your skills. Apply now to secure your spot before the deadline.

Harvard LEAD Fellowship 2027-2028 in the USA

Host Country

USA

Host University

Harvard Global Health Institute

Program Location

Both online and in-person (Cambridge, Massachusetts)

Program Duration

12 Months (1 September 2027 – 31 August 2028).

6 Weeks In-Person at Harvard University (April 2028).

Benefits of Harvard LEAD Fellowship in the USA

The fellowship covers the in-person residency at Harvard, including housing, round-trip flights to Cambridge, Massachusetts, course fees, and a daily allowance for meals and local transportation during the six-week stay.

An opportunity to attend a fully funded fellowship in a prestigious institute of USA.

Access to Harvard’s world-class libraries, courses, and events

Personalized leadership and career development training

One-on-one mentorship from global health experts

Networking with Harvard faculty and international health leaders

Opportunity to collaborate on research and impactful projects

Check MOPGA Fellowship Program 2027 in France | €2,500 Monthly Allowance

Eligibility Criteria for Harvard LEAD Fellowship in the USA

Applicants from all continents, regions, disciplines, sectors, genders, and gender identities are eligible to apply.

Applicants must nominate themselves by submitting an online application.

Applicants should at least have a master’s degree in relevant field.

Applicants should be currently working in the field of global health and have minimum 10 years of professional experience.

Applicants should have support of their employers.

Applicants are required to take a leave of absence from their workplace during the in-person program of 6 weeks in April 2027.

Applicants must a J-1 visa for travelling to USA and should be allowed to reside in Boston.

Fellows should not have participated in a full-time fellowship of 4 or more months, in the last 2 years.

How to apply for Harvard Fellowship USA

Apply through online application form.

First, create a new account.

Enter your personal information.

Mention your contact information.

Provide your educational educational details.

Select the years of your professional experience.

Upload the required documents.

Write answers to all 4 essay questions in the given space.

Enter the details of your references.

Review your information and click ‘submit’ to submit your application form.

Harvard Fellowship Deadline

The last date to apply is 15 November, 2026.

Apply Now Official Link

Eligibility

Criteria for Harvard LEAD Fellowship in the USA

Applicants from all continents, regions, disciplines, sectors, genders, and gender identities are eligible to apply. Applicants must nominate themselves by submitting an online application. Applicants should at least have a master’s degree in relevant field. Applicants should be currently working in the field of global health and have minimum 10 years of professional experience. Applicants should have support of their employers. Applicants are required to take a leave of absence from their workplace during the in-person program of 6 weeks in April 2027. Applicants must a J-1 visa for travelling to USA and should be allowed to reside in Boston. Fellows should not have participated in a full-time fellowship of 4 or more months, in the last 2 years.

Benefits

of Harvard LEAD Fellowship in the USA

The fellowship covers the in-person residency at Harvard, including housing, round-trip flights to Cambridge, Massachusetts, course fees, and a daily allowance for meals and local transportation during the six-week stay. An opportunity to attend a fully funded fellowship in a prestigious institute of USA.

Access to Harvard’s world-class libraries, courses, and events

Personalized leadership and career development training

One-on-one mentorship from global health experts

Networking with Harvard faculty and international health leaders

Opportunity to collaborate on research and impactful projects

Check MOPGA Fellowship Program 2027 in France | €2,500 Monthly Allowance

How to apply

for Harvard Fellowship USA

Apply through online application form. First, create a new account. Enter your personal information. Mention your contact information. Provide your educational educational details. Select the years of your professional experience. Upload the required documents. Write answers to all 4 essay questions in the given space. Enter the details of your references. Review your information and click ‘submit’ to submit your application form.

Harvard Fellowship Deadline

The last date to apply is 15 November, 2026.

Apply Now Official Link

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