Georgetown University’s Global Human Development (GHD) Program offers a prestigious, fully funded two-year Master’s degree scholarship for eligible international students.
This program aims to equip students with the necessary quantitative skills, subject matter expertise, and practical experience to excel in international development careers.
The Georgetown University GHD Scholarship Program offers a unique opportunity for international students to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree in Global Human Development. With its focus on practical skills and international experience, this program prepares students for impactful careers in international development.
Overview of Georgetown University GHD Scholarship
The GHD Program provides merit-based scholarships to international students from specific regions:
- Sub-Saharan Africa: At least one full-tuition scholarship and several partial scholarships, supported by the Amre and Caroline Heinz-Youness Family and the William and Catherine McGurn Family.
- Philippines: The Father Bienvenido Nebres, S.J. Scholarship covers full tuition for one student.
- Asia: A partial tuition scholarship is available.
- Latin America: The Beeck Latin America Endowed Scholarship covers 50% of tuition for one student.
- Middle East: A partial tuition scholarship is offered.
Benefits
The scholarship is fully funded for a two-year period, covering tuition and providing valuable academic and professional development opportunities.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the GHD Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree and have completed courses in introductory macro- and microeconomics and statistics with a grade of B or better
- Language Proficiency: English and one other language
- Should have 1-2 years of full-time work experience post-undergraduate degree (strongly recommended)
- Expected to have experience living, studying, or working outside the United States (strongly recommended)
Application Process
Interested candidates should carefully review the eligibility requirements and application steps below:
- Visit the scholarship’s official webpage at https://ghd.georgetown.edu/admissions/finaid/international-scholarships/
- Proceed to the GHD program’s Application webpage
- Fill out the Application Form and;
- Attach all the below listed required documents
Required Documents
- Online application
- Personal statement
- Supplemental data sheet
- The official transcripts and test scores (GREs and TOEFL/IELTS)
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
Application Deadline
January 15, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do AP economics courses satisfy the economics requirement?
No, AP credit will not be counted towards the economics requirement.
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Do I need to fulfil the prerequisites by the application deadline?
You need to complete the quantitative prerequisites before the program begins in August, not by the application deadline.
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Is international experience mandatory for applying?
While we strongly recommend it, the admissions committee considers the overall application and excellence in other areas if you have limited international experience.
- Is there an application fee waiver?
All applications submitted by December 1 at 11:59 p.m. EST will have the application fee waived. After this date, fee waivers may be available for those who meet specific requirements.
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