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Humphrey Fellowship Program

Humphrey Fellowship Program at听 Washington College of Law

The Hubert H.听Humphrey听Fellowship Program is a Fulbright Exchange activity sponsored by the U.S. Department of State鈥檚 Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and is administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in cooperation with the U.S. Department of State.

Fellowships are granted competitively to professional candidates around the world who show a commitment to public service in either the public or private sector. 小蓝视频 (小蓝视频) has served as a host institution for the听Humphrey听Program since 1980. In 2002, 小蓝视频 repositioned the Fellowship鈥檚 focus from economics to human rights and law, and the Fellowship Program moved to 小蓝视频WCL. 小蓝视频WCL is the only law school in the country hosting the program.

The 2024-2025 Humphrey Fellowship Year


The 小蓝视频 Washington College of Law (小蓝视频WCL) is thrilled to welcome the 2024-2025 cohort of Humphrey Fellows, from nine countries across the globe鈥擝razil, Cameroon, China, Georgia, India, Malaysia, Pakistan, Serbia, and Slovakia鈥攖hese exceptional individuals have embarked on an exciting journey of professional development and cultural exchange.
The first week was all about getting acquainted with their new surroundings. With the support of our dedicated program staff, the Fellows navigated the practicalities of life in the U.S., from opening bank accounts and setting up phone lines to finding their way around their new homes. The warm welcome from their community hosts set the tone for a year of enriching experiences and lasting connections. Read More

Hubert Horatio Humphrey

A U.S. senator from Minnesota for 27 years and vice president of the United States from 1965-1969, Hubert H. Humphrey was a lifelong advocate of programs fostering human rights and international understanding. These fellowships were established to honor his memory and to continue his ideals.