Funder: Weiss Fund for Research in Development Economics
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Host-institution hiring subsidy for a two-year predoctoral position; GRE exam fees covered for pre-finalists
Summary: Supports promising researchers from low- and lower-middle-income countries through endorsement and subsidized predoctoral positions in development economics.
Key Information: Fellowship endorsement does not guarantee placement; host universities conduct independent vetting.
Description
The Kabir Banerjee Predoctoral Fellowship, run by the Weiss Fund for Research in Development Economics, seeks to expand representation in leading predoctoral programs. It supports candidates with substantial interest and potential for an academic career in development economics, particularly those with limited access to mentorship and training from leading economists. Successful candidates receive endorsement and may be invited to apply to pre-approved, two-year research positions at leading universities.
These positions bridge undergraduate study and a Ph.D. in Economics. Fellows can develop coding, research, and communication skills, gain management and field experience, explore research interests, and receive guidance on doctoral applications. They may also collaborate on publications and potentially co-author papers while working directly with leading development economists.
