Applications are open for the WFSA Paediatric Anaesthesia Fellowships 2025. The University of Nairobi together with the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists is offering up to three 12-month Paediatric Anaesthesia Fellowship positions starting in September/October 2025.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships in Engineering 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the CODESRIA African Fellowships for Research on Indigenous and Alternative Knowledge (AFRIAK) 2025. The programme is offered with the support of the Mastercard Foundation as part of the Foundation's commitment to promoting the education and skills of young people in Africa, and in recognition of the contribution of the late Ghanaian intellectual Sulley Gariba to the valorisation of African knowledge in research and evaluation.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Eisenhower Global Fellowship Program 2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Kinship Nature Cultural Fellowship Program 2025. The Nature Cultural Fellowship (NCF) is a Kinship program developed in collaboration with the Global Youth Biodiversity Network. They invite you to join a three-month immersive learning journey (May-July 2025) with 55 other participants from 30+ countries around the world. From August to November 2025, 40 selected Fellows will receive financial support to implement community-based projects that blend art, ancestral knowledge, intergenerational exchange, and bold imagination.
Date Posted: 26 Apr, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the TWAS-NCP Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme 2025. The fellowship is for young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to pursue postdoctoral research in physical sciences in departments and laboratories of the National Centre for Physics (NCP) in Islamabad.
Date Posted: 25 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Overseas Development Institute (ODI) Global Mission 300 Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the AfricaCDC Biomanufacturing Fellowship Programme 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Social Justice Partners LA Systems Change Fellowship 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the TWAS-ICCBS Postgraduate Fellowship Programme 2025. The International Centre for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS) - comprising the H.E.J. Research Institute of Chemistry and the Dr. Panjwani Centre for Molecular and Drug Research in Karachi, Pakistan - and TWAS offer fellowships to young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to pursue research towards a PhD in chemical and biological sciences.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the PAGES African Mobility Fellowship Program 2025 for Early-Career Researchers in Paleoscience. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Dinah Eng Leadership Fellowship 2025. The Dinah Eng Leadership Fellowship widens opportunities for mid-career Asian American Journalist Association (AAJA) members pursuing the strategies and skills needed to enter news management and advance within its ranks.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Young Leaders of the Americas (YLAI) Fellowship Program 2026. YLAI supports entrepreneurs to strengthen their capacity to launch and advance their entrepreneurial ideas and effectively contribute to economic development in their communities.
Date Posted: 23 Apr, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the IRPP Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2025 in Support of Indigenous, Black and Other Racialized Scholars. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2025
The Literary Laddership Fellowship, founded by Suyi Davies Okungbowa in 2022, is now accepting applications for its fourth edition. This virtual fellowship supports emerging African fiction writers by providing a $500 grant, a three-month virtual residency, and access to a community of practice.
Date Posted: 22 Apr, 2025
Applications are invited for the Vital Voices Global Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Apr, 2025
Applications for the Amahoro Coalition Fellowship 2025 are now open. Amahoro Coalition Fellowship empowers exceptional individuals with lived experience as Forcibly Displaced Persons (FDPs), equipping them to drive bold, transformative change.
Date Posted: 21 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Code for Africa (CfA) WanaData Fellowships. Code for Africa (CfA) is offering stipend‐based Fellowships to fourteen (14) African Data Scientists and storytellers to empower youth voices and promote a secure digital space through gender projects.
Date Posted: 19 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Eisner Prize Fellowship 2025-2026. The Eisner Prize Fellowship supports leaders pioneering innovations in intergenerational connection.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025. Join this fellowship and become part of a global community of changemakers committed to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
1. What is a Fellowship Program?
A fellowship program is a short-term, specialized opportunity for individuals to gain advanced training, research experience, or professional development in a specific field. Fellowships usually provide funding, mentorship, and resources to support career growth and skill-building. They are generally awarded to students, researchers, or professionals based on merit.
2. Who is Eligible to Apply for a Fellowship?
Eligibility for fellowships varies by program, but they are generally open to graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, or professionals with relevant experience. Some fellowships are also available to undergraduates pursuing research or specific projects.
3. What is the Difference Between Fellowships ans Regular Scholarships?
While scholarships are often awarded based on academic merit or financial need, fellowships are usually more specialized. They usually focus on research, leadership, or contributions to a specific field and may include mentorship or professional development opportunities.
4. How Long Do Fellowships Typically Last?
The duration of fellowships varies, but most last between one to three years. Some can be extended depending on the nature of the program or project.
5. Are Fellowships Only for Academic Purposes?
No, fellowships are also available for professionals in various fields such as public policy, journalism, arts, and technology. They can provide opportunities for professional development, research, or leadership training outside traditional academic settings.
6. How Competitive Are Fellowships?
Fellowships are generally highly competitive due to the prestigious nature and substantial financial support they offer. Applicants are typically evaluated based on their academic achievements, research proposals, leadership potential, and relevant experience.
7. Can I Apply for More Than One Fellowship at a Time?
Yes, you can apply to multiple fellowship programs simultaneously. However, ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and deadlines for each program. Also, check the terms and conditions for each fellowship, as some may restrict combining with others.
8. What Are Some Well-Known Fellowship Programs?
Some renowned fellowship programs include the Rhodes Scholarship, American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fellowships, Mira Fellowship, Gates Cambridge Scholarship, and the Chevening Fellowship. There are also numerous fellowships in specific fields like the Humboldt Research Fellowship in Germany.