Why Peace Corps?

  • Currently 34% of volunteers are people of color
  • Certain public student loans may be eligible for deferment or for Public Service Loan Forgiveness while you serve in Peace Corps
  • Special graduate school opportunities are available, including scholarships designated only for returned Peace Corps volunteers
  • The benefit of a global network of other returned volunteers lasts a lifetime
  • Transition and job support are provided after Peace Corps service is completed
  • Volunteers receive full medical and dental coverage, monthly living and housing allowance while they serve
  • A “readjustment” allowance of at least $10,000 (pre-tax) is awarded to returned volunteers upon completion of service
  • Returned Peace Corps Volunteers have gone on to successful careers in all kinds of fields, from international development to business to the arts
  • Peace Corps currently partners with communities in 61 different countries

    Join the more than 240,000 Americans who have served in Peace Corps since its founding in 1961!

    Find out more: https://www.peacecorps.gov