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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 for the Centre for the Governance of Al Summer Fellowship 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the European University Institute (EUI) Policy Leader Fellowship (PLF) 2025- 2026. The Policy Leader Fellowship (PLF) is a residential programme for mid-career policy professionals from a range of policy fields: politics, civil service, media, non-governmental organisations and others. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Knight-Bagehot Fellowship in Economics and Business Journalism 2025-2026. The Knight-Bagehot Fellowship offers experienced journalists the opportunity to enhance their understanding of business and economics, finance and technology. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Fellowships for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE) Medical Awards to international applicants for 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2024
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Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zürich (ETH Zürich) accepts applications for a Student Summer Research Fellowship (ETH SSRF). Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Ida B. Wells Society Investigative Fellowship 2025. This no-cost, intensive program will bring professional journalists to Atlanta to sharpen their investigative reporting skills under the guidance of some of the most accomplished reporters and editors in the industry. The fellowship is intended for journalists not presently assigned to investigative teams. Up to 12 fellowships will be awarded.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the National Press Foundation Widening the Pipeline Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC) Fellowship 2025. With the support of sponsors and partners, the conference is offering fellowships to journalists from the Global South, and those from historically underrepresented groups to participate in the prestigious event. Competition is keen, so you need to convince them that you will make great use of the training that GIJC25 offers.
Date Posted: 14 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
The Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Germany is calling for applications for its 2025 Berlin Fellowship Program for Digital Security for Journalists. RSF will invite six journalists from crisis areas to Berlin for a period of six months (May 2025 until the end of October 2025).
Date Posted: 05 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Research Institute for Humanity and Nature (RIHN) Visiting Research Fellow Scheme 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University 2024-2025. The Obama Foundation Scholars Program at Columbia University brings together rising leaders from the United States and around the world who have demonstrated a commitment to finding solutions to challenges in their communities and countries. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
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.