Overview
The Inter-American Foundation (IAF) Fellowship supports PhD candidates at US universities who need to conduct dissertation fieldwork in Latin America and the Caribbean. The research must focus on grassroots development topics.
Awards cover research costs, a monthly living stipend, travel, insurance, and a conference, with research starting between 1 June 2014 and 31 May 2015.
Awarded by
Universities in the United States of America.
Subjects and level
Social sciences, physical sciences, technical fields and the professions as they relate to grassroots development issues.
Awards available
About 15 fellows.
Who can apply
Citizens of the United States, Latin American and Caribbean countries.
What the award covers
The fellowship provides:
- A research allowance of up to $3,000.
- A monthly stipend of $1,500 for four to 12 months.
- International round-trip transportation to the research site.
- Health insurance.
- Attendance at a mandatory mid-year conference.
Eligibility requirements
To apply, you must:
- Be a PhD candidate currently enrolled at a US university.
- Be a citizen of the United States or of an independent country in Latin America or the Caribbean, except Cuba.
- Have advanced to candidacy for a PhD in the social sciences, physical sciences, technical fields or other disciplines related to grassroots development issues in Latin America or the Caribbean before starting the funded research.
How to apply
The deadline for the 2014-2015 cycle was 6 January 2014 and has passed. Check the official website in the fall for details on the 2015-2016 application.
Visit the official website (link below) for full application instructions.
Official website
Official Scholarship Website: http://www.iie.org/Programs/IAF-Grassroots-Development-Fellowship-Program
At a glance
- Host: Universities in the United States
- Level: PhD research
- Study destination: Latin America and the Caribbean
- Deadline: 6 January 2014 (annual)
- Awards: About 15 fellows
- Coverage: Research allowance up to $3,000, $1,500 monthly stipend, round-trip transportation, health insurance, mid-year conference
- Research start: Between 1 June 2014 and 31 May 2015
Who should apply
This fellowship is for PhD candidates who are enrolled at a US university and are citizens of the US, Latin America, or the Caribbean (except Cuba). You should be ready to conduct dissertation fieldwork on grassroots development topics in Latin America or the Caribbean.
If your research focuses on social sciences, physical sciences, technical fields, or professional areas related to grassroots development, and you have advanced to PhD candidacy, this award can fund your fieldwork.
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for the IAF Grassroots Development Fellowship? PhD candidates enrolled at a US university who are citizens of the United States or an independent Latin American or Caribbean country (except Cuba).
- What does the fellowship cover? A research allowance up to $3,000, a $1,500 monthly stipend for four to 12 months, international round-trip transportation, health insurance, and attendance at a mandatory mid-year conference.
- When is the deadline? The 2014-2015 deadline was 6 January 2014. Check the official website in the fall for the next cycle.
- How do I apply? Visit the official website for detailed application instructions.
- What fields of study are eligible? Social sciences, physical sciences, technical fields, and the professions as related to grassroots development issues.
- When can I start my research? Research must begin between 1 June 2014 and 31 May 2015.
How to apply
- Read the official guidelines carefully to ensure your research topic fits the grassroots development focus.
- Prepare your documents early, including proof of PhD candidacy and citizenship.
- Check if you need to meet any language requirements for your research country.
- Contact your university's fellowship office for help with the application.
- Mark the deadline in your calendar and submit well before the due date.