University Programs

Will serving as a campus ambassador help me get into the Peace Corps?

Serving as a campus ambassador will not directly increase your chances of being selected for Peace Corps service. It can, however, indirectly support your application for future service. As a campus ambassador, you will work closely with a Peace Corps recruiter who can review your résumé and advise you before you submit an application. And, having Peace Corps campus ambassador on your résumé can help you stand out in a competitive applicant pool.

Will the Coverdell Fellows Program give me money to go to the university of my choice?

The Coverdell Fellows Program is not a scholarship program. The program includes financial support for fellows, but the partner university decides the type and amount of assistance. Visit the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program to learn more.

Are Virtual Service Participants eligible for Coverdell Fellowships?

No. Participants are not Volunteers but rather private donors. For this reason, Virtual Service does not qualify Participants for the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows program. If a Participant has previously completed Peace Corps service, please read “Are educational benefits available to Returned Volunteers forever?” in this FAQ section for more information about eligibility.

Can I serve abroad as a Peace Corps Coverdell fellow?

All Peace Corps Coverdell fellows are required to complete an internship in an American community within the United States and/or U.S. territories allowing them to bring home and expand upon the skills they learned as Volunteers.