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The U.S. Embassy in Cameroon is pleased to announce the open competition for the Fulbright Foreign Student Program (FFSP) for academic year 2026-2027. Citizens of Cameroon can apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 WIPO (Patent Cooperation Treaty) PCT Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for EMBL CPP Fellowships for scientific visitors. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the EMBL-UNESCO Residency in Infection Biology Research 2025. The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), in partnership with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are calling for applications from young women scientists working on infection biology to conduct a short-term research project at EMBL during 2025.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the WIPO PCT Fellowship Program for Graduate Students 2025. The PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Translation Division of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) organizes a Fellowship Program for assistant terminologists, translators, post-editors, translation technologists, and technical specialists, with the aim of providing training and on-the-job experience at an international organization.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Health Policy Research Scholars Program 2025. The Health Policy Research Scholars (HPRS) is a four-year national leadership development program for full-time doctoral students from a wide range of nonclinical, research-focused disciplines in which policy is a key lever for change.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2025
Application for the King Abdulaziz Scholarships in Saudi Arabia is open to international Masters and Ph.D. applicants for 2025/26. Apply now!
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2025
Are you a master’s, PhD, or medical student seeking an international research experience to complement your studies? The Bayer Foundation Fellowships 2025 provides an opportunity for students in natural sciences, medical sciences, and agricultural sciences to undertake research placements in different countries, fostering cross-border scientific exchange.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Organization of American States Academic Scholarships Program 2025. The Organization of American States (OAS) offers academic scholarships for study or research at the Master's or PhD level that lead to a degree at a university or educational institution in an OAS Member State, except within Canada (the nominating country).
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) Digital Policy Hub Program 2025-2026. The new Digital Policy Hub at the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) hosts a diverse group of emerging, innovative thinkers from the social, natural and applied sciences, providing opportunities for them to further develop their own research, analytical and policy skills.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program 2025. The Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) provides opportunities for Canadian post-secondary institutions to host students from Latin America and the Caribbean.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Nordic Africa Institute African Scholarship Programme 2026. The purpose of the African Scholarship Programme is to provide opportunities for early career researchers based in Africa to work and develop their ongoing research at the Nordic Africa Institute. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
Get your best ideas about greenhouse gas removal off the shelf. Apply now for the Homeworld Collective Garden Grants 2025. The Homeworld Collective is funding ambitious, early-stage projects at the intersection of biotechnology and greenhouse gas removal.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships 2025/2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the FENS/BRO-PERC Exchange Fellowships 2025. Directed at Master and PhD students as well as early-career postdocs in Europe, this program aims to foster and broaden their scope of methodological training by supporting goal-directed laboratory visits in established European laboratories.
Date Posted: 01 Feb, 2025
Applications for the Romanian Government Scholarship are open to undergraduate and graduate students for the academic year 2025. International students with good results of at least 7 (seven) corresponding to the scoring system of Romania or the “Good” score are eligible to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom Talent Promotion Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Institute for Peace and Security Studies (IPS) MA and PhD in Global Studies 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Artificial Intelligence for Development in Africa- AI4D Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Scholarship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jan, 2025
1. What are PhD Scholarships?
PhD scholarships are financial awards provided to students pursuing a doctoral degree or PhD, to support their studies and research.
2. Can I Apply for Multiple PhD Scholarships?
Yes, you can apply for multiple PhD scholarships as long as you meet the eligibility criteria for each. However, some scholarships may not allow you to combine them with others. Ensure that you check the terms and conditions for each scholarship before applying.
3. How Competitive are PhD Scholarships?
PhD scholarships are usually very competitive due to the limited number of available awards and the high academic standards required. The selection process generally evaluates academic merit, research potential, and the quality of your research proposal. However, thorough preparation, a strong application, and relevant research experience can increase your chances.
4. Do I Need to Secure Admission Before Applying for a PhD Scholarship?
In most cases, you need to secure admission to a PhD program before applying for scholarships. However, some scholarships may allow you to apply for admission and the scholarship at once. Always check the scholarship's application guidelines for clarity.
5. Can I Work Part-Time While on a PhD Scholarship?
This depends on the scholarship's terms and the country in which you are studying. Some scholarships restrict or limit the number of hours you can work part-time, especially if you are an international student on a student visa. Always check the specific conditions of your scholarship before taking up part-time work.
6. What GPA Do I Need for a PhD Scholarship?
Many PhD scholarships require a minimum GPA of around 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, although some may require a higher GPA depending on the institution or scholarship program. However, research experience, a strong proposal, and other achievements can sometimes compensate for a lower GPA.