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The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is offering the International Postdoctoral Research Fellowships for 2026, aimed at supporting women scholars who are non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents. This prestigious fellowship provides an opportunity to conduct postdoctoral research in the United States while contributing to education and empowerment in their home countries.
Key Details:
* Funding Type: Partial Funding
* Location: USA
* Degree Level: Post Doctorate, Research, Fellowship
* Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
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Available Subjects
The fellowship supports postdoctoral research in various fields, including:
* Natural and Physical Sciences
* Biology, Chemistry, Physics
* Earth & Environmental Sciences
* Health, Medicine, and Psychology
* Agriculture, Architecture, and Engineering
* Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, and Technology
* Materials Science and Zoology
* Data Science and Information Technology
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Benefits of the Fellowship
Selected fellows will receive:
* Stipend: $50,000, disbursed in two equal payments.
* Funding for Research-Related Expenses: Includes travel, living costs, and other eligible expenses.
* Recognition: Prestigious visibility in academic and policy communities.
* Internship Opportunities: Eligibility to apply for internships at Apple or other partners (if available).
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply, candidates must meet the following requirements:
1. Identify as a woman.
2. Be a non-U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
3. Hold a completed academic or professional doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., J.D., Ed.D., etc.).
4. Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 or submit an equivalent conversion.
5. Be admitted to a postdoctoral research program in the U.S. by the application deadline.
6. Begin the fellowship by September 1, 2026, and continue through at least May 30, 2027.
7. Commit to full-time postdoctoral research during the fellowship term.
8. Demonstrate a strong record of academic excellence and commitment to empowering women and girls.
9. Not hold a similar industry-sponsored full fellowship during the fellowship term.
Selection Preferences
AAUW gives preference to applicants who:
* Reside in their home country at the time of application.
* Come from underrepresented countries among past awardees.
* Are pursuing their first international postdoctoral experience.
* Can demonstrate a clear plan to contribute to their home country upon completion of the fellowship.
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Application Procedure
TIMELINE FOR THE 2026 FELLOWSHIP
* Application Submission Period: August 1 – September 30, 2025
* Fellowship Award Notification: April 15, 2026
* Fellowship Term Duration: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
1. Two letters of recommendation (not from dossier services).
2. Copy of doctoral degree certificate.
3. Official transcript (with course list and grades).
4. CGPA proof (minimum 3.5/4.0) or credential evaluation.
5. Proof of English proficiency: TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge, or Duolingo.
6. Admission letter from a U.S. postdoctoral program.
7. GWI membership proof (if applying to study in a country other than the U.S.).
8. Certified English translations for all non-English documents.
9. Explanation for any name discrepancies in documents.
Important Notes:
* Applications must be complete and accurate—no corrections or additional documents allowed after submission.
* AAUW does not provide feedback on applications.
* No deadline extensions are granted under any circumstance.
* The fellowship is not applicable to those pursuing an academic degree during the fellowship term.
* Recipients are responsible for obtaining their own visa for the U.S.
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How to Apply
AAUW is transitioning to a new awards management system. While the application portal is not yet open, applicants can:
1. Visit the AAUW Fellowships & Grants page [https://www.aauw.org/resources/programs/fellowships-grants/funding-opportunities/international-postdoctoral-research-fellowships/] regularly for updates.
2. Begin preparing required documents.
3. Contact the AAUW team at awards@aauw.org [awards@aauw.org] for questions.