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The World Bank - Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program

The World Bank 1.840 €

Next deadline

31.07.

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Institution

The World Bank

Program

Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program

Amount

1.840 €

Eligible countries

All countries are eligible

Official website
web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/WBI/EXTWBISFP/EXTRSMFP/0,,contentMDK:21588578~menuPK:552352~pagePK:64168445~piPK:64168309~theSitePK:551843,00.html

About this scholarship

General Description

The World Bank has established the Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program to provide support to young researchers working in academic and research institutions from eligible countries and preparing a doctoral thesis. A maximum of 25000 US dollars (currently about 18400 euro) can be awarded; funding will be provided for 5 to 10 months to work in a renowned university or research center.

Requirements

Eligible candidates are required to be working on a doctoral thesis. They are evaluated by external reviewers based on three criteria: academic performance, teaching and research experience, and relevance of the proposed research program. Candidates should be under 45 years of age.