Deadline: The Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service
March 17, 2026
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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On behalf of The Obama Foundation, we are pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholarship for Public Service are now open! Created by President Barack Obama and Brian Chesky, Co-Founder and CEO of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship is a two year leadership and development scholarship program designed for students who are interested in pursuing careers in public service. Current college sophomores or community college students with demonstrated financial need who plan to enroll full time as juniors at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States in Fall 2026 are encouraged to apply.
Students who are selected will have access to the following benefits:
- Up to $25,000 per year in “last dollar” financial aid across junior and senior years
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A $10,000 stipend and free housing in Airbnb listings (up to $4,200) to support a summer work/travel experience
- Ten years of Airbnb travel credit following graduation
- The opportunity to connect at an in-person summit during their junior year
- A rich network of leaders and mentors to help them excel.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend a virtual information session to learn more about the application process and hear from current Voyagers:
- February 19, 2026 3:00pm – 4:00pm ET
- February 25, 2026 12:00pm – 1:00pm ET
- March 6, 2026 12:00pm – 1:00pm ET
- March 10, 2026 6:00pm – 7:00pm ET
If interested in a virtual information session, please register here: https://obamafoundation.zoom.us/meeting/register/bfLIZC_gSxCnF3IiQrnuag#/registration
For more information and application details please visit: https://www.obama.org/programs/voyager-scholarship/
For further questions, please e-mail: Voyagers@obama.org
Applications close on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time
Date posted
Feb 19, 2026
Date updated
Feb 25, 2026