About United Nations Millennium Fellowship Program
The United Nations Millennium Fellowship Program is a semester-long leadership development program that takes place right on your campus.
Co-presented by the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN), the program is designed to elevate your leadership and help you create tangible social impact aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
As part of a cohort of 8–20+ Millennium Fellows on your campus, you will convene to learn from, inspire, and challenge one another through interactive sessions and peer-led activities.
Fellows meet at least eight times throughout the semester to collaborate on their projects and leadership goals.
Together, you will:
- Develop a plan of action for your sessions and collective impact.
- Exchange best practices and share lessons learned.
- Organize campus-wide or community-based initiatives that promote sustainability, equity, and social progress.
When your Fellowship Campus meets its goals and fulfills the Fellowship’s graduation requirements, you will receive a Certificate of Recognition from the United Nations Academic Impact and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN).
Millennium Campus Network (MCN)
Millennium Campus Network (MCN), Inc. is a global student-driven organization dedicated to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through education, innovation, and community leadership.
Celebrating over a decade of impact, MCN has empowered over 5,500 young leaders from 300+ universities worldwide. Its alumni network continues to shape the future, with 75% now working in social impact careers, and more than half confirming that MCN programs directly prepared them for success.
MCN’s Advisory Board includes global changemakers such as Dr. Sakena Yacoobi, Dr. Jeffrey Sachs, Dr. Paul Farmer, and John Legend. Partner universities include Georgetown University, Brandeis University, and Lynn University.
Founded in 2008, MCN launched its flagship Millennium Campus Conference at world-class institutions such as Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and even at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
The United Nations Millennium Fellowship Program, launched in 2013, expanded MCN’s reach to provide structured training and mentoring for undergraduate changemakers worldwide.
MCN is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with its global headquarters based in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
United Nations Millennium Fellowship Program Benefits
- Leadership training from UNAI and MCN experts.
- Networking opportunities with global changemakers and young leaders.
- Recognition and certification from the United Nations Academic Impact and MCN.
- Access to lifelong alumni opportunities in global development and social entrepreneurship.
United Nations Millennium Fellowship Program Eligibility Criteria
- To qualify for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2026, applicants must:
- Be a current undergraduate student enrolled at an accredited institution.
- Be passionate about creating positive social impact in your community and beyond.
- Have an existing or proposed social impact project or idea aligned with one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Application Guidelines
- Before applying, please carefully review these essential guidelines:
- Honesty and Authenticity:
Provide genuine, accurate, and sincere information about yourself, your experiences, and your goals. - Thoroughness:
Complete each section of the application form carefully, ensuring all responses are detailed and complete. - Originality:
Use your own words and ideas. Plagiarism or AI-generated content is strictly prohibited and may result in disqualification. MCN values authenticity and seeks real passion-driven applicants. - Your integrity and commitment to authenticity are key to a successful application.
Application Deadline: Applications for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2026 are currently open on a rolling basis — meaning selections are made as applications arrive.
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