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Are you a young visionary ready to shape the future of education and advocacy for children? Apply now for the UNICEF Youth Foresight Fellowship 2025.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Public Health Entomology for All (PHEFA) Fellowship 2025. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will host PHEFA Fellows in its field offices in Fort Collins, Colorado; Atlanta, Georgia; and San Juan, Puerto Rico for one year beginning in summer 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the United Nations SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the New Voices Citizen Fellowship (NVCF) 2025. The New Voices Citizen Fellowship (NVCF) is a citizen-participatory programme of the Raising New Voices Initiative geared towards encouraging and supporting citizens in the grassroots communities advocating for local community issues. The Fellowship will commence in March and end in November, 2025.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Policy Innovation Centre Institute Research Fellowship 2025. The Fellowship offers scholars a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research that advance gender equity and socio-economic development.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Institute of International Education Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) International Youth Fellowship Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Sundace Ignite X Adobe Fellowship 2025. The Sundance Institute and Adobe are teaming up to find the next 10 Sundance Ignite × Adobe Fellows-emerging filmmakers who are creating stories that bring their passion, voice, and perspective to life.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Higher Ed Media Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Vera List Center Fellowships 2025-2027. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Michael Collyer Memorial Fellowship in Screenwriting 2025. The Michael Collyer Memorial Fellowship in Screenwriting is a one-year fellowship that is awarded to an outstanding emerging screenwriter. This program, now in its 17th year, is a partnership between the Writers Guild Initiative and the King Family Foundation, and this is its ninth year being hosted on blcklst.com.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) Writing Fellowship 2025 are now open. The Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) invites applications for its ninth Writing Fellowship programme, which will run from 1 April - 30 June 2025.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Charles R. Wall Conservation Leadership & Management Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Are you a young visionary ready to shape the future of education and advocacy for children? Apply now for the UNICEF Youth Foresight Fellowship 2025.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Dennis and Shirley Feldman Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Megatrends Afrika Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the MEST Africa-Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Commonwealth Startup Fellowship 2025. The Commonwealth Startup Fellowship will run for six months and is designed to ignite and elevate high-potential startups from low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the UN Ocean Conference Fellowship 2025. As part of Internews' Earth Journalism Network's UN Ocean Project, they are pleased to announce a new fellowship program for journalists interested in attending and reporting from the United Nations Ocean Conference 2025, with support from the Bloomberg Ocean Fund. This edition of the conference will be focused on mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Impact Toolbox Youth in Development Fellowship 2025. The Youth in Development Fellowship is a six-month virtual program designed to equip young leaders with the skills, tools, knowledge, and connections to launch and scale impactful social enterprises. Apply now!
Date Posted: 19 Dec, 2024
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.