Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship
The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation’s Humboldt Research Fellowship supports early-career researchers from across the world who hold a PhD or equivalent degree and wish to conduct research in Germany for 6 to 12 months.…
Awarded by Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research.
About this Scholarship
The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation’s Humboldt Research Fellowship supports early-career researchers from across the world who hold a PhD or equivalent degree and wish to conduct research in Germany for 6 to 12 months. Open to all academic disciplines, the fellowship funds self-designed research stays at German host institutions without citizenship restrictions. Applicants propose their own projects and select a host researcher at a German university or research institute.
Language requirements vary: humanities scholars need sufficient German proficiency, while applicants in the sciences must demonstrate adequate English proficiency to carry out their research effectively.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree and be under 40 years of age at the time of application. There are no citizenship restrictions. Applicants must identify and secure a host researcher at a German research institution who agrees to support their proposed project.
The fellowship is open to scholars in all fields of study, including the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
How to Apply
Begin by identifying a host researcher in Germany whose work aligns with your research interests and securing their agreement to supervise your project. Prepare a detailed research proposal, a detailed CV, and letters of recommendation. Submit the complete application through the Humboldt Foundation’s online portal before the official deadline.
Ensure all required documents, including language proficiency proof, are included. The selection process includes independent peer review and final decision by the Humboldt Foundation.
Scholarship at a Glance
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship?
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To apply you need to meet these conditions: Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent degree and be under 40 years of age at the time of application. There are no citizenship restrictions. Applicants must identify and secure a host researcher at a German research institution who agrees to support their proposed project. The fellowship is open to scholars in all fields of study, including the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
How do I apply for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship?
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Apply in 1 steps: Begin by identifying a host researcher in Germany whose work aligns with your research interests and securing their agreement to supervise your project. Prepare a detailed research proposal, a detailed CV, and letters of recommendation. Submit the complete application through the Humboldt Foundation’s online portal before the official deadline. Ensure all required documents, including language proficiency proof, are included. The selection process includes independent peer review and final decision by the Humboldt Foundation..
Which students can apply for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship?
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This scholarship is open to phd students and is run by Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research.
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