International Mathematical Union (IMU) is currently accepting applications for its Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program
The International Mathematical Union, with the assistance of FIMU, maintains a fellowship program to support postgraduate studies, in a developing country, leading to a PhD degree in the mathematical sciences.The IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowships offers a limited number of grants for excellent students from developing countries.
Benefits of IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program
Amount of Support
- The awarded grant is limited to a maximum of US$10,000 per year
The stipend may be used to cover the following costs:
- Tuition Fees
- Travel Expenses to Institution of Study
- Housing
- Basic living expenses
IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program Requirements
Requirements for Nominators
Nominators must meet the following criteria:
- Be a university professor in mathematics with a PhD, based at a university or research center
- Be currently supervising mathematics Master’s or PhD students.
- Individual PhD candidates cannot apply themselves for the fellowship.
- It is advisable that the nominator has mentored the nominee previously
Requirements for Student Nominees
Students nominated under this program must:
- Be undertaking their PhD in either a recognized university or a research institution in one of the developing countries as defined by the IMU.
- Demonstrate an outstanding academic track record in mathematical sciences and aspire to a career in mathematical teaching and research
- Be a citizen of and resident in one of the developing countries as defined by the IMU
- Have already been accepted (or pre-accepted) into a recognized doctoral program
- Have a thesis advisor and a research project
Note: Students who are part of a joint graduate program involving institutions in countries outside of IMU's definition of developing countries are not eligible for nomination.
Application Date and Process
The following documents must be uploaded as part of the application by the application deadline:
Letters of Nominations and Recommendations
- Letter of Nomination
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
Student Documents
- Proposed Research Project
- Letter of Motivation and Future Plans
- CV of Student Nominee
- Official letter of (pre-)acceptance in the PhD program
- Transcripts of coursework (certified copies)
- A) BSc degree or equivalent
- B) MSc degree or equivalent
PhD Supervisor Documents
Note: All documents must be submitted in English. Only PDF documents can be uploaded.
Application Deadline
30 May, 2026
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