[Institute of International Education](https://www.iie.org)

September 2026 (Project Request application deadline)

Fellowship covers travel and subsistence for selected scholars; number of fellowships varies each cycle.

Supports African higher education by enabling diaspora scholars to collaborate on educational projects at African institutions.

--- ## Description The Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) is designed to strengthen African higher education through international scholarly exchange. Managed by the Institute of International Education (IIE) and funded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York, the program facilitates academic collaborations by supporting African-born scholars based in North America and the United Kingdom to undertake educational projects at African universities and colleges. Since 2013, CADFP has awarded hundreds of fellowships, fostering academic partnerships, mentoring, curriculum development, and research collaborations. --- ## Due Dates - September 2026: Project Request application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The fellowship typically covers the cost of international travel and a stipend for subsistence during the project period. - The number of fellowships awarded each cycle depends on available funding; 749 fellowships have been awarded since the program's inception. --- ## Eligibility - **Scholars:** Applicants must be academics of African descent currently residing in the United States, Canada, or the United Kingdom, holding a terminal degree, and employed at an accredited college or university. - **Host Institutions:** Accredited higher education institutions located in Africa. - Projects should be collaborative and focus on capacity building, curriculum co-development, research, or mentoring. --- ## Application Process - The application cycle for project requests typically opens annually. Institutions in Africa submit project requests, and eligible diaspora scholars apply to be matched to these projects. - Both host institutions and scholars must submit applications through the CADFP portal during the open call. - For updates and to join the contact list, email [AfricanDiaspora@iie.org](mailto:AfricanDiaspora@iie.org). --- ## Additional Information - The program is highly competitive, reflecting the sustained commitment to advancing African higher education. - Application cycles may vary; always check the official program page for the most current information. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview and Application Details](https://www.iie.org/programs/carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship-program/) - [Institute of International Education](https://www.iie.org) - [Carnegie Corporation of New York](http://www.carnegie.org/) - [CADFP Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CarnegieADF) - [CADFP LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |-------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries/Updates | [AfricanDiaspora@iie.org](mailto:AfricanDiaspora@iie.org) | | IIE Main Contact | [Contact Form](https://www.iie.org/contact) |

Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program

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