Are you a refugee aspiring to make a difference in public health? Have you been displaced due to conflict and want to pursue an advanced degree? The Peter Salama MPH Tuition Scholarship for Refugees offers individuals from conflict-affected regions a unique opportunity to further their education and contribute to global health initiatives.

This prestigious scholarship is provided by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH) in partnership with the Johns Hopkins Center for Humanitarian Health. The scholarship specifically aims to support refugees displaced due to conflicts in countries such as Afghanistan, Syria, Venezuela, and others. It covers full tuition for the 11-month Master of Public Health (MPH) program, empowering recipients to gain the skills needed to address pressing global health challenges.

This scholarship is a critical step toward empowering displaced individuals to build a brighter future for themselves and their communities by offering financial relief and an advanced education in public health. It fosters academic growth and provides a platform for future global health leaders.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
• Required Materials Deadline: December 15, 2026
• Funding Type: Full tuition scholarship
• Organizer: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH)
• Host University: Johns Hopkins University
• Eligible Countries: Refugees from Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Myanmar, occupied Palestinian Territories, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Venezuela, Ukraine
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Refugees with official status or temporary protected status, asylum seekers, or pending asylum applicants
• Field: Public Health (MPH program)
• Study Level: Master’s Degree
• Number of Opportunities: 1
• Duration: 11-month full-time MPH program
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: United States

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Benefits and Financial Aids

• Full tuition coverage for the 11-month Master of Public Health (MPH) program at BSPH
• Access to world-class education and global health expertise
• Networking opportunities with leading health professionals and experts
• Assistance for international applicants with SOPHAS application fee waivers

Note: Applicants are responsible for Housing, travel, and living assistance.

Eligibility Criteria

What are the requirements for the Peter Salama MPH Tuition Scholarship for Refugees?

• Applicants must be refugees displaced from Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Myanmar, the occupied Palestinian Territories, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Venezuela, or Ukraine, and who:
  • Have refugee status living outside their country of origin or
  • Those residing in the United States under Temporary Protected Status, as asylees or pending asylum applicants
• Provide a minimum TOEFL score of 100 or an IELTS score of 7.0
• Commit to start full-time MPH studies in June 2026

Required Documents

The following are the required documents for this scholarship:

• Completed application form
• Proof of refugee status or relevant U.S. immigration status (e.g., Temporary Protected Status, asylee, or pending asylum)
• TOEFL or IELTS scores
• Supporting documents as per application guidelines (to be submitted by December 15, 2025)

How to Apply?

• Submit your application by December 1, 2025
• Complete all required application materials by December 15, 2025
• Apply through the official application portal via the link below

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Apply for Application fee waivers

Further details and information are available on the official Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (BSPH) website, and any questions can be emailed to mphprog@jhu.edu.

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