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Fellowship opportunities are prestigious, merit-based awards for advanced study, research, or professional development, often providing funding and unique networking access. These opportunities are designed for undergraduate and postgraduate scholars, researchers, and professionals seeking to pursue a specific project or gain experience without the formal structure of a degree. With a world of knowledge at your fingertips, you could undertake a fellowship in different countries, from public policy fellowships in Washington D.C. to scientific research fellowships in Germany or artistic residencies in South Korea.
Find a curated list of updated postgraduate opportunities across various disciplines from around the world here.
The Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship is aimed at mid-career professionals with demonstrable leadership potential in the field of cyber security or cyber policy in the Western Balkans. The fellowship is funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. The fellowship is delivered at Cranfield University at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom (Shrivenham Campus).
Date Posted: 07 Aug, 2025
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy (YPFP) is an independent international organization that engages, builds, and amplifies an international community of young, dynamic, diverse leaders from all sectors of international affairs, to accelerate their impact on critical global challenges.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
The Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship (SAJP) is aimed at mid-career journalists from South Asian countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. The fellowship is hosted by the University of Westminster. This fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
The Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship is a partnership between the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Clore Leadership, offering mid-career professionals in the arts and culture sector an exceptional opportunity to undertake an individually tailored leadership programme in the UK. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office funds up to five international fellows to join a cohort of approximately 20 fellows, from across the UK and internationally,
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Chevening Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Fellowship (OCIS) and OCIS Abdullah Gül Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 AWJP/DW Akademie Gender + AI Fellowship. Click her to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2025
The CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship supports you - postdoctoral researchers and experienced researchers - with your research in Germany.
Date Posted: 05 Aug, 2025
Are you a journalist with a great idea for a high-impact story that “Follows the Money” but few resources to get it done? The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism would like to hear from you.
Date Posted: 04 Aug, 2025
The Walters Kundert Fellowship offers awards annually to support field research in physical geography within Arctic and/or high mountain environments, with preference for field studies that advance the understanding of environmental change past or present.
Date Posted: 04 Aug, 2025
ACLS invites applications for Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships, which provide a year of support for doctoral students preparing to embark on innovative dissertation research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences. This program is made possible by a grant from the Mellon Foundation.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2025
ACLS invites research proposals from scholars in all disciplines of the humanities and interpretive social sciences. In the 2025-26 competition cycle, the program will award up to 60 fellowships to scholars across all stages of the scholarly career. Approximately half of this year's awards will support early-career scholars.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2025
The WashU Law Al Fellowship Program offers a unique opportunity for WashU Law students to engage directly with some of the most important and fast-moving issues in law and technology.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 United Nations OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2025
Department of Plant and Environmental Science, Section for Crop Science invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in Growth curve analysis for faba beans. The project is part of the research project “Decoding faba bean yield stability: From in-field image data to mechanistic models (DIGIFABA)”, which is financed by Novo Nordisk Fonden.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2025
Applications for the Horizon Fellowship 2026 are now open. The Horizon Fellowship places experts in Al, biotechnology, and other emerging technologies in federal agencies, congressional offices and committees, and leading think tanks in Washington, DC for up to two years. Fellows receive comprehensive training, networking opportunities, and access to a supportive community of 85+ other fellows and alumni to launch their careers in public service.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2025
For a fifth time, Algorithm Watch is looking for new Algorithmic Accountability Reporting fellows. Apply now if you have research ideas concerning the relation between Artificial Intelligence and power and its consequences.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 AMWAJ Fellowship Programme. The AMWAJ Fellowship Programme for Journalists will give young professional journalists a boost in their early careers.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2025
Are you a journalist passionate about human rights, gender justice, and youth voices? Do you want to tell compelling and impactful stories about Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) that challenge stereotypes, stigma, and spark change? Journalists for Human Rights (JHR) invites journalists, editors, producers, media networks, and Guilds from the East and Southern Africa regions to apply for the Journalists for SRHR Masterclass, a dynamic six-month journalism fellowship focused on impactful, ethical, and solutions-oriented reporting on sexual and reproductive health rights.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the South Park Commons Founder Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 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.