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Empowering Voices with the Knowledge to Lead Change
The HBCU Changemaker Fellowship at the Kroc School of Peace Studies aims to cultivate a new generation of leaders deeply committed to driving innovative solutions to help shape more peaceful and just societies. This transformative fellowship empowers graduates with the comprehensive knowledge, skills and values necessary to effectively address complex social issues and make lasting contributions to positive change in their communities and beyond.
Tuition + Stipend
Community Engagement, Programming & Paid Internship Opportunities
Research or Project Deliverable
Access to a Global USD Alumni Network
Study in Sunny San Diego
How the HBCU Changemaker Fellowship Works
Current HBCU seniors or alumni from any graduating year can apply to the Juris Doctor and Master of Arts in Peace and Justice Dual Degree, Master of Arts in Social Innovation, and Master of Science in Conflict Management and Resolution for the Fall 2026 term and be eligible for the Kroc School HBCU Changemaker Fellowship Program. Fellowship applicants must be a student or alumnus/a of an HBCU institution.
The Kroc School's HBCU Changemaker Fellowship is a highly coveted opportunity designed for distinguished students and graduates of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs), as defined by the U.S. Department of Education. This immersive fellowship offers a comprehensive experience that integrates cutting-edge academic theory, hands-on experiential learning, personalized mentorship, programmatic engagement, professional development, and personal transformation. By leveraging these elements, the fellowship aims to prepare and empower graduates to emerge as transformational leaders at the nexus of social innovation, entrepreneurship, business, and peacebuilding.
Learn more about Our HBCU Changemaker Fellowship
Learn more about the HBCU Changemaker Fellowship offered for the MA in Social Innovation, MS in Conflict Management & Resolution, and JD/MA in Peace & Justice from the Kroc School team!
Explore the Kroc School's Academic Programs
Those HBCU alumni applying to one of the programs below will be eligible for the HBCU Changemaker Fellowship Program, providing them with full tuition support and a living stipend.
How to Start Your Path to USD
We streamline the application process for students who want to take advantage of the Kroc School's HBCU Changemaker Fellowship. While the Kroc School does not require the GRE or a graduate school application fee, students still need to apply for their program of interest.
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Questions?
Connect with the Kroc School's admissions team to learn more about our degree programs