In addition, the program is designed to promote an exchange of information and opinions between Americans and Germans on social and political topics. For this reason, applicants will be expected to show an ability and willingness to engage in political dialogue. The selection of those applicants to whom the fellowships will be awarded is the sole responsibility of the Friedrich Ebert Foundation. In making its selections, the Friedrich Ebert Foundation will avail itself of the services of competent American and German scholars.
All fellowships are to be awarded directly to individual persons.