Fellowships for the Social Sciences
Fellowships for the Social Sciences
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A wide range of social sciences fellowships are open to students and graduates of any nationality. Explore the resources below to get started!
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Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program at Stanford - direct application deadline
Graduating seniors and recent graduates, in any field and from any country.
The Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program is an exciting new scholarship and leadership development program which seeks to prepare leaders to address global challenges in the 21st century and beyond! With applications launched for the very first time in 2017, each year the Knight-Hennessy Scholars program will identify a group of up to 100 high-achieving students from around the world with demonstrated leadership and civic commitment to receive full funding to pursue any graduate or professional degree in any field offered at...
Princeton in Africa - expected direct application deadline
Eligible: seniors and recent graduates; U.S. citizenship NOT required.
A Princeton in Africa (PiAf) fellowship experience is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for personal and professional development and growth. It is often described as a way to get a foot in the door of the field of development on the African continent. It is also an opportunity to join a growing community of passionate PiAf alumni.
The fellowship experience varies greatly depending on placement and organization. Some Fellows work closely with a supervisor or colleague(s); others work more independently. Some Fellows work in offices that are filled with local staff; others work with a high...
Princeton in Asia - expected direct application deadline
Eligible: seniors and recent graduates; U.S. citizenship NOT required.
Princeton in Asia (PiA) is an independent non-profit organization affiliated with and located on-campus at Princeton University. Founded by Princeton students in 1898, the program fosters mutual appreciation and cross-cultural understanding between the United States and Asia through immersive work fellowships in host organizations and communities, particularly in the fields of education, media/journalism, international development (NGOs) and business, with a majority of fellows working as English teachers at universities and high schools. PiA...