The American College of Thessaloniki offers students the opportunity to become immersed in an international learning environment while experiencing the hospitality and history of the Greek culture in the student hub of Greece. Courses are offered in Business, Computer Science, Humanities, and more with practicum options for both business and service learning for even more cultural immersion. The highlight of ACT is our Service Learning program where, in addition to being a non-profit organization itself, the school is partnered with over 40 NGO's throughout the city including youth centers, local schools, and refugee relief centers. All students who participate in Service Learning will receive a custom placement by our service learning experts in the student activities offices on campus. Your Service Learning at ACT takes place in groups of 2-3 students based on interests, skills, career goals and the needs of the local community.

Amigos de las Américas (AMIGOS) is a cultural immersion and community service program for emerging young leaders. AMIGOS offers 2-9 week summer programs, semester and year-long Gap programs, as well as educator professional development in Central and South America. AMIGOS knows young people always rise to the challenge when given the opportunity. AMIGOS also believes that cross-cultural collaboration inspires young people to positively change the world. For over 50 years we have been providing experiences for youth across the Americas to learn and grow by working with US and Latin American peers. All of the AMIGOS programs are done in conjunction with local partner agencies who do incredible work year-round in Latin America. Furthermore, participants are trained in a community asset-based model of service which teaches them to mobilize the resources and skills of the local community and focuses on building capacity within the communities in which they work.  

Bilingual Education for Central America (BECA) is a non-profit organization focused on realizing large hopes and dreams for the children and families of Honduras, and children and families throughout Central America and the USA. BECA exist to provide quality, affordable bilingual education to educationally disenfranchised while fostering meaningful culture exchange. BECA’s model is more than an international teaching program. BECA distinguish themselves by the breadth and depth of their community engagement, their dedication to fostering long-term relationships with communities, and their commitment to ensuring that BECA teachers are trained and supported to unleash the amazing potential of students and to learn from them and their families.

Companion Community Development Alternatives (CoCoDA) is a non-profit organization - based in Indianapolis, Indiana - devoted to the mission of cooperating in projects for democratic, community-based social and economic development in Central America, and promoting awareness and social responsibility in the United States for more just relations with Latin America.  We've worked in El Salvador and Nicaragua for the past 25 years in the focus areas of community capacity building, water and sanitation, public health and education.  CoCoDA has been in the vanguard of using solar power in community based water projects.  With a small, predominantly Central American staff, we connect universities, service clubs and churches to grassroots organizations in Central America in an ethically transparent process which sees Central Americans as agents of change rather than recipients of aid. 

The Congressional Hunger Center works to make issues of domestic and international hunger a priority to policymakers in the U.S. government, and to raise a new generation of leaders to fight against hunger and poverty.

Through the Zero Hunger Initiative, Bonners will be able to deepen their learning around issues of food security, hunger and poverty and be exposed to ways they can become more effective advocates for promoting policies that address food security and reduce hunger in their campus communities.

The Congressional Hunger Center also operates a summer internship program and the Leland International Hunger Fellows Program, which trains emerging leaders in the fight to end hunger worldwide. The Leland Program shares with emerging leaders our vision of a world free from hunger and invests in these leaders to develop the tools they need to work toward this goal throughout their lives. 

Emzingo U partners with pioneering world-class academic institutions and students who have realized we must either reinvent education or risk irrelevance. We aim to prepare the next generation of responsible leaders by engaging top-performing students through impact projects with amazing NGOs and Social Enterprises in Peru, Brazil, South Africa, USA and Spain. Our academic programs combine leadership training with social impact consulting projects in emerging markets. Through intensive leadership training including personal reflection, mentoring and coaching, our fellows are challenged to grow both as leaders and as positive contributors to society.

The Humanity in Action Fellowship explores issues of democracy, pluralism, human rights, and social justice. Each program is tailored to its location. Fellows are challenged to understand their host city’s unique history of injustice, its present struggles to encompass groups with minoritized cultures and identities, and the future of its democratic values. For three weeks during the summer, Fellows engage with local experts and community members, visit museums and historical sites, and engage in constant discourse with one another and program leaders. Each program has a cohort of roughly 22 college students and recent graduates. Fellows come from many different backgrounds—academia, the arts, activism—but share common values. Humanity in Action Fellows are collaborative, passionate and open people, willing to examine and challenge their personal preconceptions and biases. For the next eleven months, Fellows work on their Action Project: an independent venture focused on promoting democratic values in their own communities.

Kalabash Academy is a 501c3 nonprofit organization headquartered in Portland, OR that operates educational and soccer academies in West Africa. Kalabash Academy uses education and sports as a vehicle for social change in underserved communities in West Africa. The organization look to tackle the root cause of poverty through a holistic and interconnected set of programs. The kids Kalabash serves do not have access to quality education nor sport opportunities. Therefore, the dream of even attending university feels out of reach without the role of Kalabash Academy. Kalabash Academy teachers and coaches raise the students to the levels of education they need to get scholarships to universities in Africa, Europe and the United States. This opens a pathway to a better future- a future these youth bring back to their home communities, creating a positive cycle.

Omprakash is a web-based non-profit that connects students directly with locally-led grassroots social impact organizations around the world.  Browse our vetter Partner organizations in 40+ countries, and apply directly to these organizations for internships and volunteer opportunities in fields including education, health, sustainability, human rights, gender-based advocacy, and more.  Unlike the dominant paradigm in this space, Omprakash does not sell 'placements,' and instead offers students and host organizations the chance to build direct relationships grounded in dialogue and transparency.  No packaged tours, flashy 'solutions,' or neocolonial savior projects -- this is a robust network of real social impact organizations who are actively recruiting interns and volunteers to support their mission.  Please join us!

School for International Training (SIT) is a leader in immersive, field-based study abroad programs for undergraduates. We offer programs in Africa, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, as well as comparative programs in multiple locations. In addition to SIT rich history, our programs’ unique qualities – including exceptional locations, independent research, cultural immersion, and deep local networks — make our programs an ideal choice for an extraordinary, transformative study abroad experience. Students on SIT programs step beyond the boundaries of a traditional classroom to analyze the critical issues shaping local communities around the globe.SIT Study Abroad awards need-based scholarships and grants to Bonner students. Average awards range between $500 and $5,000 for our semester programs, and between $500 and $3,000 for our summer programs. Our scholarships and grants are available to all students accepted into an SIT Study Abroad program irrespective of citizenship, national origin, or home school.

The human rights focus of the SHC Italy Center is anchored in academic based social justice travel.  The program integrates traditional classroom learning (in English) with travels that expand one’s global perspective.  During a term abroad students are able to traverse Europe’s great capitals; meet with immigrants; hear from business, religious and political leaders; witness firsthand how Italians are combating climate change; intern for a human rights agency; and discover Italy’s nooks and crannies – all while living in one of Europe’s consistently top rated university towns.

The program offers a selection of twenty courses throughout the academic year.  Approximately seven courses per semester meet core requirements.  Courses are taught by adjunct Italian professors (Univ. of Bologna, Bocconi University) who have either taught or completed doctoral research in the United States and are familiar with American forms of pedagogy.

Unearth the World believes that global travel, cross-cultural exchange and volunteer service can be transformative. So, they help connect students with vetted international nonprofits throughout Latin America and Africa to collaborate in solving real issues - like poor education, food insecurity and environmental problems - in global communities. Their online pre-trip training curriculum focuses on preparing and promoting the next generation of global leaders. And their post-trip programming helps their participants bridge their international experiences into their daily lives so as to truly multiply their impact and promote local civic engagement. Part of Unearth the World’s mission is also about changing the face of those that currently participate in global service learning so we work to creatively find funding for students from underserved communities. As such, Unearth the World has offered a significant discount on their application fee to all Bonner participants.

American University’s School of International Service (SIS) is a top ten school of international affairs, founded with a mission of waging peace and improving the human condition over 60 years ago. Current students report that the number one reason they chose SIS for their graduate study is our ethos of service. Students come to SIS to prepare themselves for careers that matter—whether by influencing environmental policy; developing creative approaches to alleviate poverty; analyzing foreign policy; interrupting cycles of conflict; or advocating for human rights protections, among other ways of making a positive impact on today’s pressing global issues. Students from the Bonner Program will find a strong community of colleagues who share their service mindset at SIS. The Bonner/SIS Partnership encourages current or former Bonner Scholars and Bonner Leaders interested in pursuing graduate education in international affairs to apply to any one of our 15 Master’s Degree programs. SIS offers an application fee waiver for all Bonner Program students. SIS will also award a $10,000 scholarship to up to five Bonner Scholars/Bonner Leaders who are accepted into eligible SIS residential Master’s programs.

The Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis believes that exploring the intersections in social work, public health and social policy creates stronger solutions to complex societal and health issues. Whatever your passion, our innovative programs, supportive community and top faculty will guide you to be an agent of change. The Brown School offers a Masters of Social Work, Masters of Public Health, and Masters of Social Policy. The Brown School has partnered with the Bonner Foundation to offer Dean Scholarships, a $40,000 tuition award, for two Bonner Scholar/Leader alumni. All Bonner Scholar/Leader alumni admitted to the program will be eligible for a minimum $10,000 annual tuition scholarship.

In 2004, President Clinton launched the Clinton School of Public Service, a (non-partisan) graduate program in the University of Arkansas system designed for people around the globe who are passionate about developing public service solutions in a world of need. The Clinton School offers both a 100% Online Masters of Public Service, and an In-Person Masters of Public Service (with distinct scholarships available to admitted Bonner students & alumni). The Clinton School Online (CSO) Masters of Public Service degree for mid-career professionals (those who have had at least 3 years of professional experience – this can be perfect for Bonner Alumni who desire to work full-time and live anywhere in the world while pursuing their Masters degree). The CSO application has no application fee, and does not require the GRE exam -- the Clinton School wants graduate education to be accessible to all who seek to serve the public good. As a partnership with the Bonner network, the Clinton School will award at least $5,000 of merit-scholarship to either Clinton School Masters of Public Service degrees (MPS or CSO) for up to 5 Bonner Alumni who are admitted. And in addition to merit-scholarships, the Clinton School also offers up to $5,000 of employer-match funding for the CSO program.

The Department of Political Science at West Virginia University offers MA and PhD programs that provide advanced training to students who desire to enter research or teaching fields related to American politics, public policy, comparative politics, and international politics, and to those seeking careers as policy analysts in government or the private sector. West Virginia University (WVU) is a comprehensive research university with a mission of creating a diverse and inclusive culture that advances education, healthcare and prosperity for all by providing access and opportunity, by advancing high-impact research, and by leading transformation in West Virginia and the world through local, state and global engagement. In partnership with the Bonner Foundation, the Department of Political Science will waive the university’s graduate application fee for all Bonner Scholars and Bonner Leaders who apply to the MA and PhD programs.

Drexel University’s Kline School of Law located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania launched in 2006 with a bold vision to combine an exceptional academic experience with a thorough immersion in the practice of law. As a pioneer in experiential learning and a comprehensive research university, Drexel was especially well suited to the task of creating a curriculum that incorporates both hands-on professional practice experience and scholarly excellence. Year after year, we attract students who are both entrepreneurial and cooperative – contributing to a community of focused integrity that is a pleasure to observe and take part in. As we’ve expanded our offerings to include an accelerated 2-year JD option, a Global JD and LLM for international students and a Master of Legal Studies program for those pursuing careers in the growing compliance arena, we’ve only enhanced the richness and diversity of this truly remarkable community. The Kline School is partnering with the Bonner Foundation to offer application fee waivers for all eligible applicants, regardless of admission decision. Bonner applicants selected for JD admission and maintain full-time student status will receive a merit-based scholarship at a minimum of $10,000 annually. Bonner applicants selected for MLS admission in the full-time program and maintain full-time status will receive a merit-based scholarship at a minimum of $250 per credit.

The Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy is home to two internationally recognized graduate-level institutions at Carnegie Mellon University: the School of Information Systems and Management and the School of Public Policy and Management. This unique colocation combined with its expertise in analytics set Heinz College apart in the areas of cybersecurity, health care, the future of work, smart cities, and arts & entertainment. In 2016, INFORMS named Heinz College the #1 academic program for Analytics Education. Bonner Scholar/Leaders, alumni or staff interested in pursuing a master’s degree are encouraged to apply for admission to any of Heinz College’s master’s degree programs and will receive the following partnership benefits: Application fee waiver and a minimum scholarship of $30,000 (with further consideration for additional merit-based scholarship support).

The Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota ranks among the country’s top 10 professional public policy and planning schools, widely recognized for its success in advancing the common good through a comprehensive, world-class program. The School offers six distinctive master’s degrees, a doctoral degree, and five certificate programs that match students’ passion with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to solve real-world challenges. Bonner Scholar/Leaders and alumni interested in pursuing a master’s degree are encouraged to apply for admission to any of the Humphrey School's master’s degree programs and will receive the following partnership benefits: All students: Automatic approval for application fee waivers upon request; In state students: A minimum scholarship of $10,000, with further consideration for additional merit-based scholarship support; Out of state students: A minimum scholarship of $10,000 and a Non-Resident Tuition Waiver (a roughly $20,000 value), with further consideration for additional merit-based scholarship support.

The McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University is a top-ranked public policy school located in the center of the policy world in Washington, D.C. Our mission is to teach our students to help design, analyze, and implement smart policies and put them into practice in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, in the U.S. and around the world. The McCourt School flagship degree is the Master in Public Policy. McCourt also offers a Master in International Development Policy, a Master of Science in Data Science for Public Policy, a Master in Policy Management, an Executive Master in Policy Leadership, as well as other dual degree and executive programs. The McCourt School will waive the application fee for all Bonner Scholar and Leader applicants as well as provide up to two admitted Bonner Scholars or Leaders a $25,000 minimum scholarship award.

The Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) is a graduate school of Middlebury College and training ground for developing and implementing practical solutions. It is home to some of the world’s leading experts who will be your mentors, teaching you how to take your education and experience and make the difference you want in the world. Our students are emerging leaders capable of bridging cultural, organizational, and language divides to produce sustainable, equitable solutions to a variety of global challenges. As part of our close-knit and supportive international community of students and faculty, you will learn to make a meaningful impact in your chosen field through exciting and relevant degree programs with intentional focus on key skills. MIIS offers 12 master’s degrees, 3 joint master’s degrees, 3 joint BA/MA degrees, language programs for students and professionals, and certificate and professional development programs. In partnership with the Bonner Foundation, MIIS offers Bonner alumni admitted to onsite master’s degree programs a 20% scholarship each semester.

NYU's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service prepares public service leaders to translate ideas into actions that have an effective and lasting impact on the public good. Our faculty’s research changes the way people frame, understand, and act on important public issues. We provide our students with critical skills, access to all that New York City has to offer, and a deep understanding of context surrounding public service challenges—which they use to improve cities and communities across the globe. NYU Wagner will waive the $85 application fee for all Bonner Scholars and Bonner Leaders who apply to the program.

The Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana offers professional, interdisciplinary graduate degree programs in public affairs, environmental science, arts administration, healthcare management, and environmental sustainability. Graduates leave ready for leadership positions spanning public, private and nonprofit sectors, and are prepared to address the most pressing public issues that confront us both home and abroad. Every program shares the same goal – to prepare graduates to make a difference and be ready for a meaningful career. Bonner Scholar or Bonner Leader program participants and alumni who have successfully met the requirements of their scholarship/service who apply for any of the O’Neill School’s master’s degrees or dual master’s degrees receive the following partnership benefits: 1) Application fee waiver and 2) Award of 25% tuition remission.

School for International Training offers accredited, experiential programs—including undergraduate study abroad programs on all seven continents through SIT Study Abroad and global and hybrid graduate degrees and certificates through SIT Graduate Institute—that address today’s most critical issues. This partnership will extend the opportunity for Bonner Scholar and Leader Alumni to be eligible for a tuition scholarship towards the graduate degree program(s). SIT will commit to providing the following scholarships for eligible Bonner alumni: 1) SIT will waive the admission application fee, 2) $7,500 scholarship for Part-Time Hybrid degree programs, and 3) $10,000 scholarship for Global Masters degree programs. This partnership will also extend the opportunity for current Bonner Staff (Bonner program/campus staff on campuses and Bonner Foundation staff) to be eligible for a tuition scholarship towards the graduate degree program(s). SIT will commit to providing the following scholarships for eligible Bonner staff: 1) SIT will waive the admission application fee, and 2) $7,500 scholarship for Part-Time Hybrid degree programs

The University of Michigan Law School in Ann Arbor is one of the world’s finest institutions of legal education. Housed in the Cook Quadrangle on the University of Michigan’s central campus, the Law School is unmatched for beauty and is superbly functional for its residential and scholarly community. The School has a sizable and diverse faculty, with many preeminent in their fields. The careers of alumni also speak eloquently to the strength of the School; our graduates are leaders serving with distinction in the public, private, and academic sectors in this nation and beyond. The University of Michigan Law School is pleased to partner with the Bonner Foundation by offering application fee waivers to Bonner Scholars/Leaders who apply to the program.

University of Pennsylvania’s Fels Institute of Government is the most practical, personal public administration program in the Ivy League, featuring a small cohort of students taught by high-level practitioners and distinguished Penn scholars. The Master of Public Administration (MPA) is a 9 course, 9 c.u. program one-year program, which includes capstone project and summer internship, designed for early career professionals and individuals looking to pivot into the public administration or nonprofit sectors. The Executive Master of Public Administration (Executive MPA) is a 10-course, 10 c.u. program, which includes a capstone project and practical experience. The low-residency hybrid format offers students the opportunity to complete an Ivy League degree in less than two years while continuing to work full time. Bonner Scholar/Leaders, alumni or staff interested in pursuing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree are invited to apply for Fall 2024 and will have application fees waived, and those accepted are guaranteed a scholarship of at least $15,000.

At the University of Virginia's Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, students enjoy the resources and network of a university that is consistently ranked as one of the top three public schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Graduates of the Batten School are in high demand. They’re recruited aggressively by government agencies, from the intelligence community to Congress, local interest groups and NGOs, and by private-sector employers from consulting firms to investment-risk analysts. The Batten School will provide an application fee waiver for all Bonner Scholars and Bonner Leaders, and for those accepted into the program, a minimum guaranteed fellowship of $10,000/year for Virginia residents and $17,500/year for non-Virginia residents in each of the MPP program’s two years.

One of the smallest of the nation's top-tier law schools, Washington and Lee School of Law is located in a college town in the majestic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, a three-hour drive from Washington, DC and within an hour of several other metropolitan areas. The Washington and Lee University School of Law seeks to cultivate broad-minded, highly skilled, and honorable practitioners of law. We do so within a diverse and collaborative intellectual community exemplifying rigor, trust, and civility. In partnership with the Bonner Foundation, W&L School of Law will offer: An application fee waiver to all eligible applicants, regardless of admission decision. Bonner applicants selected for admission will receive a scholarship from W&L of at least $10,000 for each of their three years of law school, provided the student is enrolled and maintains a standard of behavior representative of prospective member of the legal profession.