Women pursuing advanced studies in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics can apply for the Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship 2027/2028.
The programme provides financial support to women from developing and emerging economies who are pursuing a PhD or postdoctoral studies in STEM fields.
Applications for the 2027 fellowship are currently open and must be submitted by November 7, 2026.
About the Faculty for the Future Fellowship
The Faculty for the Future programme was created to support women in STEM and increase the representation of women in university teaching and research.
Meanwhile, the programme supports women who intend to build academic careers and contribute to STEM education and research in their home countries.
Applicants can apply for support towards eligible PhD or postdoctoral programmes at recognised host universities.
Fellowship Benefits
The programme provides financial support for successful applicants. Also, the value of an award can depend on the actual costs of studying and living in the selected host country and can reach significant levels for eligible scholars.
Funding is intended to help recipients pursue their studies and research while developing their academic careers.
Well, awards may also be renewed, although renewal is not automatic and depends on academic progress and other programme requirements.
Eligibility for Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship 2027/2028
Applicants should carefully check the current eligibility requirements before applying.
The programme is aimed at women from developing and emerging economies who are pursuing or planning to pursue eligible STEM PhD or postdoctoral studies.
Applicants should also demonstrate a commitment to returning to their home country and contributing to academic, research, or other STEM development after completing their studies.
Application Documents
Depending on the applicant’s situation, the application process requires academic and professional information, as well as supporting materials.
Applicants should be prepared to provide information about:
- Their academic qualifications.
- Proposed or current research.
- Host university and programme.
- Academic and professional experience.
- Their plans for contributing to their home country.
Applicants should read the official application instructions carefully before submitting.
How to Apply for Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship 2027/2028
- Check the Faculty for the Future eligibility requirements.
- Confirm that your proposed PhD or postdoctoral programme qualifies.
- Prepare your academic and professional information.
- Select your host university and research programme.
- Prepare your application and supporting documents.
- Register on the official Faculty for the Future application portal.
- Complete the online application.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
- Remind your referees to submit their reference letters before their separate deadline.
The application deadline for new and renewal applicants is November 7, 2026, at 12:00 noon Central Standard Time (UTC-6). Also, reference letters are due by November 14, 2026.
Deadline: November 7, 2026
Study level: PhD and postdoctoral
Field: STEM
Target applicants: Women from developing and emerging economies
Programme: Faculty for the Future
Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship – Official Page
FAQs
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is November 7, 2026. Applications opened on September 1, 2026.
Who can apply for the Faculty for the Future Fellowship?
The programme is for women from eligible low- and middle-income countries who are pursuing PhD or postdoctoral research in STEM fields.
Does the fellowship fund Master’s degrees?
No, the Faculty for the Future programme funds PhD and postdoctoral studies, not Master’s programmes.
What fields of study are eligible?
The fellowship supports STEM disciplines. For the 2027 application cycle, the Foundation is particularly interested in physical sciences, engineering, computer science and mathematics.
Do I need to have admission to a university before applying?
You must have applied to, been admitted to, or be enrolled at a recognized host university or research institute abroad.
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