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Are you interested in creating transformational change by design? Learn how to use design as a tool for problem-solving by applying for the 2025 DwB Africa Fellowship today!
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Leverhulme Early Career Fellowships 2025. The College of Social Sciences (CoSS) at the University of Birmingham invites expressions of interest from outstanding candidates who want to pursue significant and high-quality research through the Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship scheme.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the AAAS Mass Media Science & Engineering Fellowship 2025. This 10-week summer program places science, engineering, and mathematics students at media organizations nationwide. Fellows use their academic training as they research, write, and report today's headlines, sharpening their abilities to communicate complex scientific issues to the public.
Date Posted: 12 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 University of Pretoria’s Future Africa Institute Early Career Research Fellowship. The Future Africa Research Leadership Fellowship is a two-year research-oriented fellowship programme supported by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and hosted at Future Africa. The programme focuses on future-looking science leadership and developing the next generation of African scientists and academics.
Date Posted: 11 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 CatchLight Global Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships 2025. Fellowships are open to young professionals, mid-career and new executives from Africa with relevant work experience and a master’s degree. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 American University Cairo (AUC) Tomorrow’s Leaders Graduate Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Nov, 2024
The Pulitzer Center is now accepting applications for its fifth cohort of the Rainforest Investigations Network (RIN). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Nov, 2024
The EPFL Summer Fellowship 2025 in Switzerland offers international students a fully funded research experience at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne. Dive into cutting-edge research projects with a three-month fellowship at one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
Date Posted: 08 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the One Young World Programmes Fellowship 2025. One Young World is seeking three new Programmes Fellows to help make their ambitious plans for One Young World 2025 Munich a reality. One Young World Fellows are each assigned to a department for the course of their Fellowship so that they can build their skillset and experience.
Date Posted: 08 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the 2025 Ford Philanthropy Mobility Fellowship. This program is fully-funded, thanks to the generous support of the Ford Philanthropy.
Date Posted: 07 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Al Jazeera Fellowship Programme in Arabic are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Al Jazeera Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the CEGA Fellowship Program 2025-2026. In this call, the Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA) invites researchers from East and West Africa interested in developing their skills in quantitative social science research (including impact evaluation) to apply for a 16-week in-person fellowship at the University of California, Berkeley (offered both Fall 2025 and Spring 2026) or at Northwestern University (offered Spring 2026 only).
Date Posted: 07 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship Program 2025-2026. The Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship is an 11-month fellowship to develop a deep understanding of effective solutions to hunger and poverty and their own roles in achieving Zero Hunger in the United States.
Date Posted: 07 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Marquette University O'Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism 2025-2026. Backed by Marquette University, the O'Brien Fellowship helps news professionals dig deep while mentoring student journalists. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the VIB-IPBO 2024-2025 Open Doors Fellowship Program for African Women Researchers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2026 DAAD Artists-in-Berlin Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the International Court of Justice Judicial Fellowship Programme 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Iso Lomso Fellowships. This opportunity is opportunity to all African early-career researchers. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Nov, 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.