Rotary Foundation Peace and Conflict Resolution Scholarships - Programmes Available

Two Year Masters Programme

The Rotary Foundation offers individuals committed to peace and cooperation the opportunity to pursue a two-year masters level degree in international studies, peace studies, and conflict resolution at one of the seven university based Rotary Centres for International Studies in peace and conflict resolution.

Rotary World Peace Scholars are expected to impact world peace and conflict resolution in a significant, positive fashion during their future careers as well as excelling academically in their selected programmes leading to a masters degree or certificate at the conclusion of their scholarship period. They are also required to participate in a range of Rotary activities and serve as ambassadors of goodwill wherever they go.

Three Month Certificate Programme

Applicants for the Rotary World Peace Scholarships must have:

• The academic background, training, and work experience required for a masters level programme at the partner universities
• Excellent leadership skills
• A demonstrated commitment to peace and international understanding through their personal and community service activities and/or academic and professional achievements
• Proficiency in at least one language other than their native tongue
• Citizenship in a country in which there is a Rotary club

Note: Persons associated with Rotary including children and grandchildren of Rotarians are generally not eligible.

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