Marshall Memorial Fellowship
The Marshall Memorial Fellowship offers emerging leaders a year-long transatlantic program blending virtual seminars, research, and immersive travel to foster collaboration and understanding between Europe and North America.
Funder: German Marshall Fund of the United States
Due Dates: July 14, 2026 (registration deadline) | July 15, 2026 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: GMF invests $50,000/€45,455 per fellow; fellows pay a registration fee ($5,000–$8,000 US, €2,700–€7,200 Europe, with other rates by country/sector); 24–27 fellowships awarded annually.
Summary: A year-long transatlantic leadership fellowship for emerging mid-career leaders, combining immersive travel, leadership development, and a robust alumni network.
Key Information: Registration must be completed by July 14, 2026, to be eligible to submit an application by July 15, 2026.
Description
The Marshall Memorial Fellowship (MMF) is the flagship leadership development program of the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF), established in 1982 to foster transatlantic leadership and collaboration. This year-long fellowship brings together emerging leaders (typically ages 30–42) from Europe and North America for an intensive program of virtual seminars, leadership development, peer learning, and networking. The experience culminates in a 24-day immersive travel component across the United States and Europe, designed to deepen understanding of transatlantic relations and cultivate a diverse, action-oriented network of leaders committed to democratic values, public diplomacy, and cross-sector collaboration. Fellows join a prestigious alumni community and are encouraged to remain engaged in transatlantic issues throughout their careers.
