International Work & Study: The Garden Club of America and the Royal Horticultural Society Interchange Fellowships
Year-long fellowships for recent US and UK graduates in horticulture or related fields to gain hands-on experience and professional development at renowned gardens abroad.
Funder: Garden Club of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (American scholars) | January 2027 (British scholars)
Funding Amounts: American fellows: ~$7,000 USD stipend + travel, visa, and health premiums; UK fellows: £16,000 GBP (housing, food, personal expenses) + travel; both: year-long placement, housing, and additional support
Summary: Year-long fellowships for recent American and British graduates in horticulture to work and study abroad, fostering international collaboration and professional growth.
Key Information: Forecasted dates—check program page for updates; only one GCA fellowship application permitted annually.
Description
The International Work & Study Interchange Fellowships, jointly administered by The Garden Club of America (GCA) and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), support a year-long immersive experience for recent graduates in horticulture, plant sciences, landscape architecture, or related fields. The program enables American scholars to train in the UK and British scholars to train in the US, emphasizing hands-on work, tailored professional development, and cultural exchange. Fellows participate in individualized placements at renowned gardens (such as RHS gardens in the UK and Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania), engage in high-profile horticultural events, and build international professional networks. The program has a legacy of preparing future leaders in horticulture and public garden management.
