Top Fully Funded Fellowships for 2025-2026 Announced

Researchers and professionals seeking international experience can explore numerous fully funded fellowship opportunities for the 2025-2026 academic year. Scholarships Corner has compiled a list of top fellowships in countries including the USA, France, Australia, Switzerland, Brazil, Japan, and Austria, offering researchers a chance to advance their careers and contribute to diverse fields.

Opportunities for Global Research and Collaboration

These fellowships aim to eliminate financial barriers to research, allowing fellows to focus on advancing their current research or exploring new topics. The programs also emphasize career development through collaboration with leading researchers and idea-sharing among participants. Fields covered by these fellowships are wide-ranging, encompassing climate change, human rights, innovation, scientific computing, healthcare, journalism, global critical issues, science, engineering, and technology.

Historical Context and the Importance of Fellowships

Fellowships have long been a cornerstone of academic and professional development. Historically, they provided crucial support for scholars to pursue research free from financial constraints. Today, fellowships continue to play a vital role in fostering innovation, promoting cross-cultural understanding, and addressing global challenges. The increasing number of fully funded fellowships reflects a growing recognition of the importance of investing in research and development, especially in a rapidly changing world.

Expert Perspective on the Value of International Fellowships

"International fellowships are invaluable for researchers," says Dr. Anya Sharma, a professor of international education. "They provide opportunities to access resources, expertise, and perspectives that may not be available in their home countries. This exposure not only enhances their research but also fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing, ultimately contributing to global progress."

Featured Fellowships for 2025-2026

Here are some of the top fully funded fellowships available for the 2025-2026 academic year:

Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship in US and France Type: Fully Funded Host Countries: USA and France Host University: Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs, Yale University Scholarship Coverage: All costs for 2 in-person programs including round-trip airfare, accommodation, transfers, and per-diem. Program Duration: 5 months Deadline: August 1, 2025 More Info: YALE Fellowship 2025 UN OHCHR Fellowship 2025 in Switzerland Type: Fully Funded Host Country: Switzerland Host Organisation: United Nations Scholarship Coverage: Air tickets, basic health insurance, and a stipend for accommodation and living expenses. Program Duration: November 10 - November 28, 2025 Deadline: June 30, 2025 More Details: UN OHCHR Fellowship 2025 Forrest Foundation Fellowship in Australia Type: Fully Funded Host Country: Australia Host Organisation: Forrest Research Foundation Scholarship Coverage: Salary of $108,362 plus 17% superannuation, accommodation allowance of $25,116 per annum, research and travel allowance of $12,000. Program Duration: Up to 3 years Deadline: June 30, 2025 Details: Forrest Fellowship 2025 McDonald Fellowships 2026 Type: Fully Funded Host Country: A Neighboring country or the participant’s home country Host Institute: The institute can be outside or within the participant’s home country. Scholarship Coverage: Funding for two years, with €55,000 awarded each year, and an additional contribution of GBP 2,000 per year. Program Duration: 2 years Deadline: December 1, 2025 More Info: McDonald Fellowship COP30 CCMP Reporting Fellowship Program in Brazil 2025 Type: Fully Funded Host Country: Brazil Host Organisations: Earth Journalism Network (EJN), and the Stanley Center for Peace and Security Scholarship Coverage: Air tickets, accommodation, meals, travel medical insurance, ground transportation, Visa cost reimbursement, and a stipend. Program Duration: November 10 - November 21, 2025 Deadline: July 15, 2025 More Information: COP30 Fellowship JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship in Japan 2026/2027 Type: Fully Funded Host Country: Japan Host University: Japanese universities or research centers Scholarship Coverage: Round-trip air ticket to and from Japan, monthly allowance of 362,000 JPY (with Ph.D.) or 200,000 JPY (without Ph.D.), settling-in allowance of 200,000 JPY, travel insurance, research support of up to 70,000 JPY per month. Program Duration: 1-12 months Deadline: August 15, 2025 More Details: JSPS Fellowship Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship 2026-27 in USA Type: Fully Funded Host Country: USA Host Institute: Harvard Radcliffe Institute Scholarship Coverage: $78,000 award, $5,000 for project expenses, relocation fund, housing fund, childcare fund, and healthcare assistance. Deadline: September 11, 2025 (humanities, social sciences, and creative arts); September 30, 2025 (science, engineering, and mathematics) Details: Harvard Fellowship ETH Zurich Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 in Switzerland Type: Fully Funded Host Country: Switzerland Host University: ETH Zurich Scholarship Coverage: Fellows’ salaries fully covered, CHF 10,000 per year for research-related expenses, and an allowance for traveling and mobility. Program Duration: 2 years Deadline: September 1, 2025 More details: ETH Fellowship ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowships in Austria 2025-26 Type: Fully Funded Host Country: Austria Host University: Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) Scholarship Coverage: Full-time employment contract for 2 years with a competitive pay of minimum 72,100 Euros gross, social security benefits, an allowance for costs including travel expenses, membership fees, SSU costs, consumables, external services expenses, and conference fees, on-site daycare facility, and visa support. Program Duration: 2 years Deadline: September 16, 2025 Click here for more:

Originally sourced from: Scholarships Corner

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