The Arab Fund Fellowships Program

By building bridges between Arab and foreign academic institutions, this program drives mutual growth and facilitate the transfer of global expertise, knowledge and technology into Arab region.

Since its inception, the program has awarded about 191 scholarships to Arab researchers from different nationalities and various areas of specialization.

What’s in it for you?

• Full Financial Support: A fixed maintenance allowance so you can focus entirely on your academic activity.
• Global Mobility: Round-trip airfare tickets for the beneficiaries and the eligible members of their families.
• Benefits: Health and personal accident insurance for the duration of your stay.

How We Build the Arab Academic and Innovation Excellence?

This fellowship is a transformative bridge for outstanding Arab Ph.D. holders, providing the platform to lecture or conduct cutting-edge research at world-renowned universities. The grant is usually awarded for a period of twelve months (shorter periods may be considered only in very special cases).

Are You Our Next Fellow? Check if you’re Eligible

Previous beneficiaries are not eligible to re-apply for the Fellowship.

How to Apply?

Applications are submitted through the following website at zamalat.arabfund.org.

Applications must be submitted at least one year prior to the expected starting date of the stay at the foreign university.

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