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Ford Foundation Fellowship Programs

Ford Foundation (National Academies of Sciences, USA)
Due 1 Dec 2026

Fellowship for individuals committed to diversity in the US academic professoriate. Covers stipend and expenses for pre-doctoral, dissertation and postdoctoral study at US universities.

Funding
Full
Deadline
1 Dec 2026
Study levels
PhD
Fields
Any
Study in
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ United States
Open to
11 countries

Requirements (approximate)

  • โœ“Enrolled at or applying to a US university for a research-based doctoral programme
  • โœ“Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education
  • โœ“US citizenship or permanent residency not required for all categories
  • โœ“Apply via the National Academies of Sciences online portal

These are indicative. Confirm exact requirements (grades, English test scores, age, documents) on the official site before applying.

How to apply

  1. 1Check you meet the eligibility (nationality, academic results, language test).
  2. 2Prepare core documents: passport, transcripts, IELTS/TOEFL, reference letters.
  3. 3Get admission or a conditional offer from an eligible university if required.
  4. 4Submit your application on the official portal before the deadline.

Last verified 5 Jun 2026. Source. Always confirm details on the official website before applying.