Faculty for the Future
The Schlumberger Foundation's Faculty for the Future fellowships support women from developing countries to pursue advanced STEM research abroad and foster STEM advancement in their home nations.
Funder: Schlumberger Foundation
Due Dates: November 7, 2025 (Full application) | November 14, 2025 (Reference letters) | November 6, 2026 (Full application for 2027–2028 fellowships)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000/year for PhD; up to $40,000/year for postdoc; renewable annually based on progress.
Summary: Fellowships for women from developing or emerging economies to pursue PhD or postdoctoral STEM research abroad and contribute to their home countries.
Key Information: Women with dual citizenship including a developed country are ineligible; only PhD/postdoc studies are funded.
Description
Faculty for the Future is an international fellowship program funded by the Schlumberger Foundation, dedicated to supporting women from developing and emerging economies who are pursuing PhD or postdoctoral research in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The initiative aims to empower female scientists and academics by enabling advanced study abroad, with an emphasis on returning to their home countries to foster socio-economic development, inspire future generations, and advance gender equality in STEM. The program values academic excellence, leadership, community outreach, and a demonstrated commitment to advancing STEM education and policy.
