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Applications are open for the CMB Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in China 2024-2025. This is a unique training program to support U.S. scholars in the biomedical sciences who seek outstanding mentored research training and the opportunity to build collaborative partnerships in China.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Eisenhower Fellowships Global Program 2025. Eisenhower Fellowships identifies, empowers and connects innovative leaders through a transformative fellowship experience and lifelong engagement in a global network of dynamic change agents committed to creating a world more peaceful, prosperous and just.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Charles Bullard Fellowship in Forest Research 2025-2026. Harvard University awards a limited number of Bullard Fellowships annually to individuals representing a variety of disciplines and approaches to the study of forested ecosystems. These full-time residential fellowships allow individuals to foster their scientific and professional growth and to contribute to research on forests at Harvard.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity in South Africa based at Tekano 2024. Join the community of dynamic changemakers coming together to enhance their knowledge, leadership capabilities and action for greater social justice and health equity impact.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Maine Public Emerging Voices Fellowship 2024. Maine Public's Emerging Voices Fellowship is an initiative that will prepare and support developing journalists from communities that are traditionally underrepresented in the reporting industry, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color), members of the LGBTQIA+ community, immigrants, people with disabilities, and others.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities International Fellowship. This opportunity is open to research fellows who have completed their PhD and have up to six years of post-doctoral experience.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship 2024/2025 are now open. The Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships provide a year of support for doctoral students preparing to embark on innovative dissertation research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
The GI-TOC Resilience Fund is pleased to announce the launch of a new fellowship aimed at supporting journalists in investigating illicit economies and instability in West Africa. The initiative seeks proposals for in-depth investigative pieces, specifically from Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Togo, Benin, and Nigeria.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy Innovation Fellowships Scheme 2024-2025. The Innovation Fellowships scheme will provide funding and support for established early-career and mid-career researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to partner with organisations and business in the creative, cultural, public, private and policy sectors, to address challenges that require innovative approaches and solutions.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
The GEF Small Grants Office (SGP) Ethiopia is calling for nominations for the OP7 SGP Indigenous Peoples Fellowship Initiative Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) invites applications for Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art 2025, which support graduate students pursuing research on the history of art and visual culture of the United States.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Bowseat True Blue Fellowship 2024. The True Blue Fellowship aims to connect and empower youth around the world to leverage the creative arts to enact change in local communities to safeguard the ocean, waterways, and the climate.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
ACLS is now accepting applications for the HBCU Faculty Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Recruitment for the February 2025 cohort of NHS Global Fellowships is now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Camargo Fellowship 2025-2026. This fellowship is open to artists, scholars and thinkers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program at Harvard University. Radcliffe fellows are exceptional scientists, writers, scholars, public intellectuals, and artists whose work is making a difference in their professional fields and in the larger world.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Schaeffler India Social Innovator Fellowship Program 2024. The Schaeffler India Social Innovator Fellowship Program is a future-forward initiative of Schaeffler India to recognize and reward individuals who are developing unique sustainable solutions that have the potential to positively impact society.
Date Posted: 26 Jul, 2024
Are you looking for a new, fresh way to cover your community’s chronic problems? Do you want to meaningfully engage your audiences and hold politicians accountable by asking and answering the question, “Who is doing it better?” Then the Building Democracy Fellowship may be for you.
Date Posted: 26 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 TWAS-SISSA-Lincei Research Cooperation Visits Programme. This opportunity is open to young scientists from least developed countries who hold an MSc (or higher degree).
Date Posted: 26 Jul, 2024
Applications for the IAS 2024 Research for Cure Academy Fellowship are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 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.