Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowship in Public Health
The Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowship in Public Health, funded by Northwestern University, supports U.S. medical students conducting mentored public health research in resource-limited international settings.
Funder: Northwestern University
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (anticipated application submission deadline; projected)
Funding Amounts: Funding varies by project and host site; typically supports 9–12 months of research, including stipend, travel, and health insurance.
Summary: Enables U.S. medical students to conduct public health research in resource-limited international settings with mentorship and structured training.
Key Information: For U.S. medical students; applications generally submitted early in the M3 year; annual cycle.
Description
The Fulbright-Fogarty Fellowship in Public Health is a prestigious program that supports U.S. medical students in conducting public health and clinical research in resource-limited international settings. Administered through a consortium of U.S. universities and supported by Northwestern University, the fellowship aims to foster international collaboration, build global health research capacity, and provide hands-on, mentored research experience. Fellows contribute to strengthening public health outcomes in host communities while gaining valuable professional and cross-cultural skills.
