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The University of 易胜博官网 has expanded its partnership with the Peace Corps to offer the to returned Peace Corps volunteers who wish to pursue a .

鈥淧eace Corps volunteers are changemakers, motivated to make a difference in communities at home and abroad, which is the mission of our master鈥檚 program,鈥� says , associate professor of political science at 易胜博官网. 鈥淲e are proud to partner with the Coverdell Fellows program to offer financial support to students who want to build a career in humanitarian relief, global development, peacebuilding and more.鈥�

Launched in 1985 at Teachers College, Columbia University, the provides graduate school scholarships to students who have completed their tenure abroad with the Peace Corps. Fellows selected for the Coverdell program at 易胜博官网 will receive an education award of more than $4,000鈥攃overing about 25 percent of the total tuition cost for the .

Designed for working professionals and full-time students alike, the cultivates a deep understanding of the chal颅lenges facing conflict-affected societies. Taught by faculty who are leaders in the field, students learn to assess human security threats and promote social, economic and political development while building durable peace.

Coverdell Fellows will apply the skills they acquired during Peace Corps service to internships in underserved communities, building professional experience with nonprofits and government organizations while pursuing a master鈥檚 degree at a reduced rate.

In addition to , the Coverdell Fellows program is also available for 易胜博官网 master鈥檚 programs in , and at the Carsey School of Public Policy.