Apply now for the 2026-2028 Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship
The Obama Foundation is looking for current college sophomores and community college transfer students interested in pursuing a career in public service. The 2026-2028 Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is a transformative leadership development and scholarship program that includes financial aid to ease the burden of college debt, an immersive work-travel experience and access to a powerful network of mentors.
Started by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, the CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship gives students with demonstrated financial need a deeper understanding of the issues they are passionate about, exposes them to new communities and perspectives and inspires them to solve the world's biggest challenges. The application period will close on March 17. Learn more about the Voyager Scholarship program.