Wadsworth African Fellowship
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The Wadsworth African Fellowship from the Wenner-Gren Foundation supports African doctoral students in anthropology at South African universities, advancing research and training in the field.
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Funder: Wenner-Gren Foundation
Due Dates: December 15, 2026: Full application deadline (all application materials and both home and host sponsor letters must be submitted by this date)
Funding Amounts: $20,000 per year for up to 3 years (plus possible 4th year for dissertation write-up); covers tuition, living expenses, research, and related costs.
Summary: Supports African students pursuing doctoral degrees in anthropology at South African universities, fostering advanced training and research in the field.
Key Information: Applicants must submit both home and host sponsor letters by the deadline; only students in their first year of doctoral study are eligible.
Description
The Wadsworth African Fellowship is designed to support African students who wish to pursue a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in anthropology at a South African university. The fellowship aims to provide international-level training in anthropology—including archaeology and biological anthropology—to scholars who may not otherwise have the opportunity to undertake such advanced studies. The program seeks to develop future leaders in anthropology, promote inclusivity, and strengthen the discipline within Africa and globally.
