Early-career academics from African colleges are invited to Ann Arbor, Michigan, via the University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program (UMAPS).
By introducing students to international academic networks and strengthening U-M’s dedication to international research and teaching collaborations across a variety of disciplines, including engineering, literature, and economics, this program fosters the development of the next generation of African academics.
The lodging (private room and bath in a suite), health insurance, research allowance, and a small living stipend will all be fully covered for the chosen scholars. Every year, the UMAPS program runs two cohorts: one from August to December and another from January to May. Both cohorts are filled through a single application cycle. While it is not a guarantee, applicants have the option to indicate throughout the application process the cohort they would prefer to be accepted into.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a faculty member in the early stages of their career with fewer than ten years of experience instructing in higher education.
- presently working as a permanent employee at an African institution or university.
- must submit a letter of reference expressing the support of your home institution from the department head, dean, or vice chancellor.
- The ability to live in Ann Arbor for five months is required.
Host Country: United States of America (USA)
Eligible Countries: All African Countries
Reward: Full Scholarship | Accommodation | Monthly Stipends | Round-trip Airfare Ticket
Benefits:
- Residency at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA, for four to six months
- matched with an academic mentor and given complete access to the resources of the institution
- round-trip airfare to Ann Arbor, Michigan from one’s native country
- Free lodging in a suite with a separate room and bathroom
- health insurance, a stipend for living expenses, and a research allowance
- Space for a lab or an office is given
- Chance to showcase findings to the University of Michigan community
- During their visit, scholars collaborate with a faculty member to progress their research, work toward an academic degree, publish their work, or create funding submissions.
Deadline: October 15, 2024
