Ph.D. fellowships at the American Museum of Natural History support interdisciplinary research and training in comparative biology, with access to top faculty, collections, and fieldwork opportunities.
Funder: American Museum of Natural History
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application open) | December 2026 (full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Full tuition, 12-month stipend, health benefits, and research support for 4 years (with possible partial 5th year by petition)
Summary: Integrated fellowships supporting doctoral research and training in comparative biology at the American Museum of Natural History.
Key Information: Applicants must apply to the RGGS Comparative Biology Ph.D. Program to be considered for fellowship support.
The Richard Gilder Graduate School (RGGS) at the American Museum of Natural History offers Ph.D. Student Fellowships to those admitted to its Comparative Biology Ph.D. Program. These fellowships provide comprehensive support, enabling students to pursue advanced, interdisciplinary research in comparative biology, including fields such as anthropology, zoology, paleontology, and physical sciences. Fellows benefit from access to world-class research facilities, extensive scientific collections, and the mentorship of distinguished curatorial faculty. The program is designed to be completed in four years and emphasizes both theoretical and hands-on research, including fieldwork and public science outreach.