Selection for the USPS 2023 programme

The Ukrainian School of Political Studies is one of Ukraine’s most successful educational and networking projects. USPS belongs to the network of schools of political studies, founded under the auspices of the Council of Europe in 2005 as a democratic achievement of the Orange Revolution and on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of Ukraine’s accession to the Council of Europe.

In 17 years, we have brought together more than 500 successful leaders from various fields – civil servants, lawyers, businessmen, scientists, politicians, journalists, representatives of creative professions, and public figures. The Ukrainian School of Political Studies is not just about studying, we are creating a Community of like-minded people united by common values and a mission to develop a democratic Ukraine.

If you share the School’s values and want to join the largest Community of value-oriented leaders in Ukraine – be sure to apply.

• have significant professional achievements in the field of politics, journalism, civil service, military service, legal, social, scientific, creative and entrepreneurial activities;
• take an active civil position and can apply the acquired knowledge in their daily activities;
• are citizens of Ukraine under the age of 45 who have the appropriate educational level for the chosen field;
• knowledge of foreign languages is an additional advantage.

• Selected participants must be able to participate in all three training sessions of the School.
• From the beginning of their studies, programme participants have the opportunity to attend other School events (in particular, within the Alumni Club).
• The costs of participation (accommodation, food, training, distribution materials, flight to Strasbourg, etc., except travel within the territory of Ukraine) are covered by the School and its partners.
• USPS, at its own discretion, sets the registration fee for participation in the Annual Programme, which is aimed at the development of its institutional activities. Starting in 2019, USPS provides the Annual scholarship for civic stance named after Kateryna Handzyuk (for participation in USPS). The decision on the selection of a Scholar is made by the USPS, involving public activists and experts in the selection process.