H.J. Heinz Company Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh | $20,000 Stipend for Master’s Students from Developing Countries

H.J. Heinz Company Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh: Overview

The H.J. Heinz Company Fellowship, offered by the University of Pittsburgh’s Global Studies Center, supports talented students from developing countries who wish to pursue a master’s degree at Pitt. The fellowship is aimed at individuals who show strong potential as future leaders in public, government, non-profit, or private sectors.

The program runs for one year (renewable up to two years) and provides fellows with a living stipend of $20,000 (paid in monthly installments).

H.J. Heinz Company Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh: Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be admitted to a master’s program at one of the following schools:

  • Graduate School of Public Health (GSPH)

  • Graduate School of Public and International Affairs (GSPIA)

  • School of Law

  • School of Education

  • School of Nursing

• Have completed an undergraduate degree.

• Be proficient in English (speaking, reading, and writing).

• Be in the early or mid-career stage with a focus on practical policy and professional domains.

• Note: The fellowship is not intended for pure academic research, sabbaticals, or medical research.

H.J. Heinz Company Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh: Benefits

• Living stipend: $20,000 (paid monthly).

• Opportunity to study at a top U.S. university.

• Professional development through presentations, outreach, and engagement.

• Heinz Fellowship Certificate upon successful completion.

H.J. Heinz Company Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh: Fellowship Components & Guidelines

• Fellows must deliver at least one presentation related to their professional experience.

• Active community outreach participation (e.g., talks about their home country for high school students or adults).

• Commitment to complete the full tenure of the fellowship. Early termination may require repayment.

• Submission of a final report at the end of the program, outlining experiences, achievements, and future plans.

• Fellows receive a Heinz Program Certificate upon completion.

Application Requirements

• Apply first to an eligible master’s program at the University of Pittsburgh.

• State your interest in the Heinz Fellowship in your application.

• The respective school/department nominates students for fellowship consideration.

Selection Criteria

• Academic excellence and leadership potential.

• Alignment of applicant’s background with fellowship goals (practical policy and leadership impact).

• Strong communication skills and commitment to community outreach.

Application Process & Timeline

• Master’s application deadline: Varies by school and program year.

• May: Fellowship winner notified.

• August 1: Fellowship year begins.

• June 30: Fellowship year ends.

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the H.J. Heinz Company Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh