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ESMT Berlin and the BMW Group are partnering to offer scholarships for three ESMT programs: the Master in Global Management, the Full-time MBA, and the Global Online MBA (October 2025 intake).
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Embark on a transformative journey in educational leadership with the 10-month Education Pioneers Impact Fellowship. Apply now!
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
The African Investigative Journalism Conference is running two Fellowship tracks in 2025 - one for practicing early-career journalists under the age of 30 with five or less years' experience, and one for mid-career journalists with five or more years' experience. #AIJC2025 will be held at Wits University in Johannesburg from 5 to 7 November 2025.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Are you ready to impress me and become a catalyst for change? Apply for the BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship - NYC & Philly 2025. The BGV Emerging Leaders Fellowship is a 12-week, fully virtual leadership development program designed for early to mid-stage entrepreneurs in New York City and Philadelphia.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Tekano for Health Equity in South Africa Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
The Lake Chad Climate Justice Youth Fellowship, implemented by the Development of Educational Action Network (DEAN Initiative) and funded by the Climate Justice Resilience Fund (CJRF) is designed to empower young grassroots leaders from communities around the Lake Chad Basin to engage in climate justice advocacy, community mobilization, and local climate solutions.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
The Adinkra Fellowship unites a dynamic group of exceptional leaders aged 40 and under from Africa and African diaspora communities each year, representing diverse sectors. This unique fellowship is committed to building constructive ties between Africa and the African Diaspora.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Earth Journalism Network (EJN) Grants for Video Content Production & Distribution to Build Awareness About Renewable Energy in India 2025. To improve public awareness about India's efforts to decarbonize and scale its renewable energy capacity in a just and equitable way, EJN is providing fellowships for the production of video content on policy, financing, payment and infrastructure hurdles-and effective solutions to overcome them.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
Applications are open for the |JP George Weidenfeld Bursary 2025 for Journalists. The German-British Programme of the IJP was founded in 1995. It is of particular importance given the sometimes bizarre portrayals of the relationship between Germany and the UK in the media. Brexit has intensified this phenomenon and thus made a journalistic exchange between Great Britain and Germany even more important.
Date Posted: 06 May, 2025
Are you are a new graduate degree-seeking student who want to undertake a fellowship at the American University of Cairo (AUC)? If yes, apply for AUC International Graduate Fellowships!
Date Posted: 06 May, 2025
Applications are open for the |JP Fellowships 2025 for Journalists from the Middle East & Germany. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 May, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship 2025 for Postdocs and Experienced Researchers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
The Asia Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2025 William P. Fuller Fellowship in Peacebuilding. This prestigious program will select three early—to mid-career professionals from Asia and the Pacific who are actively engaged in peacebuilding through research, advocacy, policy, or community work.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the 2025 UN Human Rights Commission Fellowship Programme. The Fellowship programme for people of African descent is an intensive human rights training for people of African descent, from the diaspora, who are engaged in promoting the rights of people of African descent.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 APNI Young African Phosphorus Fellowship. Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
The Catalyst Fellowship Program is a major initiative dedicated to advancing the Catalyst's mission - to empower Canadians and Canadian businesses to seize the opportunities and tackle the challenges of cybersecurity - through original research and industry engagement.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
The Climate Action and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Fellowship Program is a transformative 12-week journey designed to empower 150-200 young changemakers across the Arab States. Applications are now open for the Climate Action and Disaster Risk Reduction Fellowship Program 2025.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
The African Social Innovation Fellowship (ASIF) is proud to announce the launch of the ASIF Campus Enterprise Leadership Program (CELP) 2025, an exclusive initiative designed to equip influential student leaders in tertiary institutions across Nigeria with venture-building and portfolio management skills. This program seeks to harness the leadership capacity of Student Union executives, Faculty Presidents, and other campus influencers to drive entrepreneurship and innovation within their institutions.
Date Posted: 05 May, 2025
Applications are invited for the Next Generation Foresight Practitioners (NGFP) Fellowship 2025. Every year they invite a diverse group of visionary young professionals who have just begun to explore the futures and foresight field to apply to the NGFP Fellowship journey. They welcome applications from individuals and teams aged 18-35 who are beginning to explore the futures and foresight field and those over 35 with less than one year of experience in the sector.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2025
Applications are invited for the Ahimsa Fellowship 2025. Through this prestigious 8-month programme, individuals will gain the skills and knowledge to address pressing animal welfare issues and play a key role in shaping a more compassionate, sustainable future for India and the world.
Date Posted: 02 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.