The Schlumberger Foundation & The Faculty for the Future Fellowship empowers women from developing countries to pursue advanced STEM degrees and become leaders in their communities. This program creates a global network of female scientists, engineers, and innovators who return home to drive socio-economic development.<\/p>\n
This fellowship is specifically designed for female students and researchers<\/strong> from eligible developing countries pursuing advanced STEM education.<\/p>\n Academic Level<\/strong><\/p>\n Citizenship<\/strong><\/p>\n University Status<\/strong><\/p>\n Academic Excellence<\/strong><\/p>\n Teaching Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n Leadership<\/strong><\/p>\n Applications are accepted from female citizens of these developing and emerging countries:<\/p>\n Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Congo (DRC), C\u00f4te d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Dominica, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Sao Tome & Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Suriname, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.<\/p>\n Note:<\/strong> The eligible country list is reviewed annually and may change based on development status fluctuations.<\/p>\n Successful applications go through four selection rounds. Reviewers focus on:<\/p>\n Academic Performance<\/strong> Quality of References<\/strong> Quality of Host University<\/strong> Commitment to Return Home<\/strong> Teaching & Entrepreneurship<\/strong> Research Relevance<\/strong> Inspiring Women in STEM<\/strong> Plan Ahead<\/strong> Have a Clear Strategy<\/strong> Read Instructions Carefully<\/strong> Meet Eligibility Criteria<\/strong> Include Funding Information<\/strong> Applications Open:<\/strong> September 1, 2025 The Faculty for the Future Fellowship represents a unique opportunity for female students from developing countries to pursue advanced STEM education abroad while building the foundation to return home as leaders and innovators in their fields.<\/p>\n For more information CLICK HERE<\/a><\/p>\nEligibility Requirements<\/h3>\n
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Eligible Countries (2025-2026)<\/h2>\n
Selection Criteria<\/h2>\n
\nDemonstrated excellence in academic achievements and research potential<\/p>\n
\nStrong recommendations from academic and professional references<\/p>\n
\nReputation and quality of the host institution abroad<\/p>\n
\nClear plan and commitment to return to home country after studies<\/p>\n
\nCommitment to teaching, STEM entrepreneurship, or policy making<\/p>\n
\nHow your research will benefit your home country’s development<\/p>\n
\nTrack record and commitment to encouraging girls and women into STEM<\/p>\nApplication Tips for Students<\/h2>\n
\nProducing a quality application takes time. Final selection is based partly on the standard of your application and accompanying materials.<\/p>\n
\nMake sure all parts of your application form an integrated whole. Highlight aspects that give reviewers a focused yet well-rounded view of your candidature.<\/p>\n
\nThe instructions are your guide to producing a comprehensive and competitive application.<\/p>\n
\nEnsure you meet all criteria and application deadlines before applying.<\/p>\n
\nProvide information about available funding from other sources (fellowships, scholarships, sponsorships).<\/p>\nImportant Warnings<\/h2>\n
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Application Timeline<\/h2>\n
\nApplication Deadline:<\/strong> November 7, 2025 (Midnight, Anywhere on Earth)
\nApplication Method:<\/strong> Online system only<\/p>\n