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Applications are ongoing for the Sydney Brenner Research Fellowship. It is one of three opportunities offered by the CSHL Center for Humanities & History of Modern Biology.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2025
ITTO offers fellowships through the Freezailah Fellowship Fund to promote human resource development and to strengthen professional expertise in member countries in tropical forestry and related disciplines
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2025
The Centre for Sustainable Development (CSD) at the School of Politics and International Relations, University College Dublin, invites applications for a Visiting Fellowship to support the Centre’s research and engagement activities.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2025
Two dedicated fellowships are available, one for Native American visual artists and one for writers.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2025
The FATE Institute Fellowship Program is a two-year, non-residential fellowship designed to engage policy experts, economists, academics, and development professionals in producing evidence-based research and insights
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2025
African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is pleased to announce the launch of the inaugural African Women in Data Science Fellowship.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for the Global Good Fund Fellowship 2026. This 12-month hybrid leadership program is open to social entrepreneurs around the world.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
The BuzzFeed Viral Fellowship is a year-long program for aspiring and hungry writers eager to hone their skills, and to learn by doing. The program is a crash course in how to consistently create content that captures readers’ attention, pushes the cultural conversation forward, and reaches a massive audience.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
The British Academy is inviting applications for funding for policy-led Innovation Fellowships: Route B, through which applicants must apply to work with one of their partners
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
UICC's Technical Fellowships provide cancer professionals the chance to gain new knowledge, skills and techniques in cancer control through short learning visits of two weeks to two months' duration. This specific fellowship opportunity was originally launched in 1976 and was called the International Cancer Research Technology Transfer awards (CRETT) and has facilitated knowledge exchange for the last four decades.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
The Africa Research Excellence Fund is pleased to launch the call for the 2025/26 AREF Research Development Fellowship Programme.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 2025
Invitation of excellent researchers from all disciplines to Bonn for short stays (up to 12 days).
Date Posted: 04 Jun, 2025
The Commonwealth Startup Fellowship (CSF) is a six-month programme designed to ignite and elevate high potential startups from low and middle-income countries across the Commonwealth.
Date Posted: 04 Jun, 2025
Applications are invited to the USF’s International Fellowships for urban scholars from the Global South
Date Posted: 04 Jun, 2025
The Global Good Fund creates a better world by investing in the leadership of entrepreneurs working relentlessly to solve our world’s most pressing social issues.
Date Posted: 04 Jun, 2025
The Fellowship Program annually selects and supports artists, scholars, and public intellectuals who bring both a record of achievement and exceptional promise to the Institute.
Date Posted: 03 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for the Global Diversity Foundation (GDF) Conservation and Communities Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2025
Applications are invited for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2026-2027. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2025
Africa Dyslexia Organization is excited to recruit the second cohort of Africa Dyslexia Advocates. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2025
Join a diverse community of over 260+ Atlantic Fellows from over 60 countries worldwide dedicated to protecting the world's aging populations from threats to brain health. Apply now!
Date Posted: 31 May, 2025
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.