The following costs will be covered by the Fred J. Hansen Foundation for the chosen candidates:

Travel abroadAccommodation and MealsEvery programmatic expense

**Eligibility Requirements for the Hansen Leadership Institute Program 2025**

**For Non-U.S. Students:**
- Must be an upper-division undergraduate (with at least two years of university/college education) or a graduate student with a professional interest in international relations, economic development, or related fields.
- Age range: 20-25 at the start of the program.
- Must have demonstrated leadership experience outside the classroom in the community, country, or region.
- Must provide an academic advisor to verify English proficiency.
- A professor must confirm the applicant’s English skills in writing.
- Must possess a valid international passport and, if required, a U.S. visa before the program begins.
- Preference is given to those who have not previously visited the U.S.

**For U.S. Students:**
- Must have completed two years of college or university and have a professional interest in international relations, diplomacy, economic development, or related fields (upper-division undergraduates or graduate students).
- Must be between 20-25 years old at the program’s start.
- Must demonstrate leadership experience outside the classroom through community service or work with public service or non-governmental organizations.
- A recommendation form from an organization where the applicant has demonstrated leadership is required.

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