Apply for the Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship and gain research support, mentorship, and academic resources at Columbia University. Apply below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline is March 19.
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Tell Me About The Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program:
The Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program offers year-long fellowships to early-career scholars in the humanities and humanistic social sciences who have been forcibly displaced or hold refugee status. Through Columbia Global Centers, the fellowship provides scholars with research support, professional development, and access to Columbia University’s academic resources, helping them advance their careers while remaining connected to their host regions. Fellows receive workspace, mentorship, training, and funding to support their research and academic growth.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
All fields
Type:
Fellowship
Who can Apply for the Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program?
Eligible candidates are scholars in the humanities and humanistic social sciences who have been forcibly uprooted from their home countries and respective academic institutions. They could be postdoctoral scholars in the early stages of their careers or Ph.D. candidates who have had their education disrupted. Creative writers, artists, curators, and scholars working on interdisciplinary projects are encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
- Must be displaced.
- Must have a Ph.D. in the humanities (with rare exceptions, candidates with a non-terminal M.A. or who were on track to get a PhD may be considered).
- Must be based in the region of the Global Center to which they wish to apply (Sub-Saharan Africa for Nairobi; Middle East or North Africa for Amman; Latin America or the Caribbean for Santiago).
- Must demonstrate at least an intermediate level of English language proficiency.
- Must have received their highest academic degree within the last 12 years. Exceptions to this timeline will be considered to accommodate career-specific trajectories or other circumstances.
- While it is preferred that fellows remain in person at the relevant Columbia Global Center for the duration of the fellowship, there is a minimum in-person requirement of six months if it is not feasible for the fellow to remain in person due to immigration, family-related, or other circumstances.
- Researchers working on interdisciplinary research projects are welcome to apply.
- Fellows are expected to participate in scholarly presentations, workshops, and roundtable discussions. Through the Global Center, they will be connected to a global network of academics and scholars from Columbia University and beyond.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Scholars from any country are eligible to apply as long as they meet the displacement criteria and are currently based in one of the eligible regions (Sub-Saharan Africa, Middle East/North Africa, or Latin America/Caribbean).
Where will the Award be Taken?
Columbia Global Centers in Amman, Nairobi, or Santiago.
How Many Awards?
Not specified
What is the Benefit of the Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program?
Also, selected applicants will benefit the following:
- Hosting and workspace at one of the Columbia Global Centers (Amman, Nairobi, or Santiago).
- A stipend.
- Dedicated mentorship from esteemed Columbia faculty.
- A small research/travel fund to support their scholarly endeavors.
- Training that meets their academic needs in areas such as academic writing.
- Access to a broad selection of online courses.
- Full integration into the vibrant life of one of the Columbia Global Centers.
- Inclusion in an alumni network.
How Long Will the Award Last?
One year
How to Apply:
Visit the official application webpage to begin your application.
