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Step 1: Fellowship Announcement
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All announcements are posted on
the Borlaug Fellowship Program Website.
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Applicants generally have 30 days to
submit complete applications.*
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Step 2: Prospective Fellows Apply
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Applicants must use the application
provided on the Borlaug Fellowship
Program website.
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Step 3: Application Review
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A panel comprised of Borlaug
Fellowship Program staff, USDA
in-country posts, and subject matter
specialists review all completed
applications.
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Panel recommends candidates for
interviews.
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Step 4: Interviews
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Recommended candidates are
interviewed by one or more Borlaug
Fellowship Program specialists.
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Interviews are conducted in person,
by telephone, or by video conference.
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Step 5: Selections
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Selected candidates receive a letter
of acceptance from a Borlaug Fellowship
Program manager. They will also provide the selected
candidate with anticipated program
timeline and program staff
contact information.
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Candidates not selected for the
fellowship will also receive a letter of
notification.
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Step 6: Preparing for the Fellowship
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The host institution (university,
research institution, government entity)
will contact the selected candidate to
discuss travel arrangements,* housing,
stipend, and assigned mentor.
* Please
note, the application periods vary amongst
countries and program category; therefore,
announcements may be shorter or longer than
30 days.
* Your
passport must be valid for at least 6 months
from the date you enter the U.S.
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