Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship
Provided by Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research
About this Scholarship
The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation offers the Humboldt Research Fellowship to support highly qualified postdoctoral scholars conducting research in Germany for stays of 6 to 12 months.
Applicants propose their own research projects and select hosts at German institutions.
The fellowship is open to all fields of study.
Applicants must hold the Ph.D. or equivalent degree and must be less than 40 years of age.
There is no citizenship requirement.
Humanities scholars should have sufficient proficiency in German to conduct the proposed research.
Scholars in the sciences must provide proof of sufficient English proficiency.
The monthly stipends range from 2,100 to 3,000 euros.
Allowances are available for accompanying family members, travel expenses, and German language instruction.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility criteria for the Humboldt Research Fellowship include:
- Applicants must hold the Ph.D. or equivalent degree.
- Applicants must be less than 40 years of age.
- There is no citizenship requirement.
- Humanities scholars should have sufficient proficiency in German to conduct the proposed research.
- Scholars in the sciences must provide proof of sufficient English proficiency.
How to Apply
<ol><li>Propose your own research project and select a host at a German institution.</li><li>Check the application deadlines and submit your application.</li><li>Applications are accepted throughout the year.</li><li>The selection process requires several months.</li><li>For more information and application forms, visit the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation website.</li></ol>
Scholarship at a glance
| Study level | Phd |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Provider | Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research |
Common questions
Who is eligible for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship?
To apply you need to meet these conditions: Eligibility criteria for the Humboldt Research Fellowship include: Applicants must hold the Ph.D. or equivalent degree. Applicants must be less than 40 years of age. There is no citizenship requirement. Humanities scholars should have sufficient proficiency in German to conduct the proposed research. Scholars in the sciences must provide proof of sufficient English proficiency.
How do I apply for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship?
Apply in 5 steps: Propose your own research project and select a host at a German institution.; Check the application deadlines and submit your application.; Applications are accepted throughout the year.; The selection process requires several months.; For more information and application forms, visit the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation website..
Which students can apply for the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research Fellowship?
This scholarship is open to phd students and is run by Alexander von Humboldt Foundation,Humboldt Research.
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