Hansen Leadership Institute 2026 in USA (Fully Funded)

Call for Applications—Hansen Summer Exchange Program in the USA. The Hansen Leadership Institute 2026 is a Fully Funded 3-week summer exchange opportunity for all international students and U.S. Citizens at the University of San Diego, California. IELTS is not needed. Hansen Summer Institute will cover all the Expenses. No application fee. As the name indicates, it is a leadership program. Your educational background does not make a difference. Demonstrate your leadership qualities and thoughts, and connect them with the aim of the program. The Vision of the HLI is to establish a Peaceful world through International Cooperation. This program will be based on Internal Cooperation, leadership skills development, and how to build a Peaceful world. Candidates in any area of study of interest can apply for the Hansen Leadership Institute.

Information About Hansen Leadership Institute 2026 (USA)

Host Country: United States

Location: University of San Diego, California

Duration: July 1-22, 2026

Financial Coverage: Fully Funded

Deadline:

15th January 2026 (For International)

March 15, 2026 (For U.S. Citizens)

Hansen Leadership Institute Financial Benefits

The Fred J. Hansen Foundation funds the Hansen Summer Institute. The program includes:

International Airfare Tickets

Room and Board

All Program Expenses, including Local Tours

Paid U.S. Visa Fee.

The Hansen Leadership program is a combination of classroom teaching, practical workshops, and fieldtrips.

Students are taught about a range of leadership subjects, such as conflict resolution, mediation, intercultural dialogue and management, social entrepreneurship, and public speaking.

Eligibility Requirements for Overseas Applicants (NON-US)

Undergraduate students with two years of higher education.

Master student with professional interest in international relations, diplomacy, international economic development, and allied fields.

Students should be between 20 and 25 years of age at the program commencement.

Demonstrate your leadership activities.

GPA is not included in the selection process.

Letter of Recommendation from Academic Advisor.

Possess a valid international passport.

Preference shall be given to candidates who have never traveled to the United States.

Eligibility Criteria for U.S. Students

Any student of any university of the United States.

Undergraduate with 2 years of college/university education.

Graduate student having professional interest in international relations, diplomacy, international economic development, or related areas.

Students should be between the ages of 20 and 25 at the beginning of the program.

Selection and Result

The selection panel will begin to review international student applications during February, and all applicants will receive results by email in mid to late March.