Scholarships & Funding

The University of Fort Hare · South Africa

A cover letter explaining your interest in the Spring School and how it relates to your research or professional work

PHD, MASTERS, POSTDOC

• A two-year opportunity to collaborate and receive mentorship within a close-knit, interdisciplinary network of leading global researchers in a CIFAR research program . • $100,000 CAD in unrestricted research support. These flexible funds can be used for research expenses, teaching release, student or postdoc support, conference travel, and more. They are not tied to a specific project or proposal. • Opportunities to apply for CIFAR seed funds. These time-limited funds support high-risk, high-reward interdisciplinary collaborations with Fellows, Advisors and other Global Scholars. • Membership in the extended community of CIFAR Global Scholars. This network of creative and like-minded peers across cohorts and diverse disciplines offers invaluable support and further opportunity for collaboration. • Targeted training in essential areas of research leadership, including team leadership, t

PHD

The amount of the support will be determined based on the location of the selected candidate and on the duration of their visit and can be up to a maximum of 10,000 euros. It can only cover the candidate’s personal costs, including transportation, accommodation, insurance, visa etc. during the entire visit.

PHD, MASTERS

University of Colorado Boulder

• Postdoctoral Visiting Fellowships are available in two-year terms. The annual salary is $70,000 the first year with a second-year increase in line with campus merit and/or other base-building compensation increases, depending on start date. • A research budget of up to $8,000 is included in the award, along with a modest relocation stipend for the individual (no family costs can be covered). • A laptop will be provided, which is separate from the $8,000 research budget.

PHD, POSTDOC

University

• The scholarship allowance will include: • (i) registration and laboratory fees; • (ii) a monthly subsistence allowance; • (iii) field expenses including travel, surveys or labor related to research activities, acquisition of small research equipment and consumables; • (iv) international travel expenses (participation in conferences, scientific stays); • (v) and supervision fees.

PHD

Spain

Selected students will receive a €700 monthly gross stipend. The fellowship can last for up to four months. CRG also offers travel support. Students traveling from outside Europe can receive up to €1,000 for return flights. European flights are supported up to €400. This support can help students gain research experience at CRG while reducing some of their travel and living costs.

MASTERS

Centre · Spain

If you are looking for a fully funded conference to attend, then apply for the SDG Innovation Summit Malaysia 2026 . Flights, stay, Meals, and visa fees are covered.

MASTERSDeadline: Deadline: 31st December 2026

International Max Planck Research School

• IMPRS-SPCE students benefit from the opportunity to contribute actively to the intellectual life of the MPIfG and its two partner universities in Germany and to spend time at the School’s partner institutions abroad. • Students may also earn a French doctorate by entering the joint doctoral program ( cotutelle de thèse ) with Sciences Po in Paris. With these opportunities and its unique curriculum of seminars, colloquia, and summer schools, the IMPRS-SPCE is an environment in which students can build essential professional skills and make the best possible start to a research career.

PHD

King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme

Successful applicants will receive GBP 200 honorarium.

MASTERS

Canada

• Between 5 and 10 awards will be granted. For each winning proposal, $5,000 will be provided to the lead (or sole) researcher upon formal presentation and submission of the final brief to GAC and SSHRC. • In addition to the financial award, all winners will receive mandatory coaching/mentoring as a team on their research, policy analysis and presentation skills. The coaching/mentoring will include group and one-on-one sessions for which each winner will be paired with a subject-matter expert. Instruction will be provided in the official language of the application, and all sessions will be delivered online. • By the end of the program, winners will have a deeper understanding of GAC, SSHRC and Canada’s international policies relevant to their areas of specialization. During the program, winners will also learn how to prepare a policy brief, develop policy recommendations and present the

PHD, POSTDOC

ALBORADA Trust

PHD, POSTDOC

Canada

Global Affairs Canada covers the cost of travel to and from the destination in China via the most cost-effective route between the scholarship recipient’s point of origin and the final destination.

PHD, MASTERS

South Africa

• Canon Collins will provide funding for up to a maximum of two years for Masters and three years for PhD. The value of the scholarship package will range from R20,000 to R100,000 depending on student circumstances. Canon Collins support both full and part-time study and will consider applications from those who wish to study by distance learning. • Canon Collins also organise an annual conference for current scholars, and hold several smaller events throughout the year. Scholarship holders are expected to participate in these activities and to become part of and contribute to our network.

PHD, MASTERS

Europe Japan-Africa Programme · Japan

Financial support for successful applicants ranges from 22,500 Euro to 27,500 Euro per year and is pro-rated for different periods.

MASTERS

Harvard Kennedy School

Fellows typically have their own funding through their employer or home institution or through an external grant to cover their expenses.

POSTDOC

Harvard Kennedy School

POSTDOC

A $750 USD monthly stipend if you are not eligible for any other grants or scholarships.

MASTERS

MASTERS

University of Cambridge · United Kingdom

PHD, MASTERS

University of California

The fellowship covers candidates’ roundtrip flights, accommodation, meals, visa fees and health insurance for the duration of the fellowship period. In addition, fellows receive a small stipend for miscellaneous expenses and may be sponsored to visit other university campuses. However, the fellowship does not provide a salary for fellows’ time. Fellows will need to make arrangements with their university/organization to take leave with or without pay for the duration of the fellowship.

MASTERS

Central European University Scholarship · Hungary

CEU offers a range of financial opportunities for the undergraduate programs, such as reduced tuition fees. Please read more in the CEU Financial Aid section .

PHD, MASTERS

Centre

Fellowships are fully funded (with the exception of visiting fellows) based on 8–12 month commitments depending on fellowship tie.

PHD, MASTERS, POSTDOC

Hertie School

PHD

UK The Chatham House Academy · United Kingdom

Chatham House Academy Fellowships 2026–2027: Fully Funded Leadership Program in the UK

MASTERS

Institute · United Kingdom

In these sessions, fellows meet and discuss current international affairs challenges with subject matter experts from Chatham House and beyond. The sessions cover the principal substantive and skills-based areas vital for informed and effective international leadership. Fellows usually chair these sessions and are expected to contribute to and learn from one another’s experience.

MASTERS

London School of Economics · United Kingdom

PHD, MASTERS

UK Government · United Kingdom

Looking to pursue a fully funded master’s degree in the United Kingdom? Applications are now open for the British Chevening Scholarship 2027 , one of the world’s most prestigious international scholarship programs funded by the UK Government. The scholarship enables outstanding professionals, future leaders, and changemakers from around the world to study a one-year master’s degree at any eligible university in the UK. Chevening offers applicants the flexibility to choose from thousands of eligible master’s courses across UK universities. Every year, talented individuals from more than 160 cou

MASTERSDeadline: Deadline: 6 October 2026

University of Westminster · United Kingdom

MASTERS

United Kingdom

The Chevening Programme includes a tailored engagement programme creating opportunities for scholars to network with each other as well as alumni, the FCDO, high profile speakers and partner organisations. Award recipients receive:

MASTERSDeadline: Deadline: 6 October 2026

Chinese Government Scholarship Programme · China

The Chinese Government Scholarship offers opportunities to pursue:

PHD, MASTERS