The Rotary Foundation Scholarships are offered to secondary, undergraduate, or graduate students. These scholarships are usually provided to deserving students using academic merit to judge them.
This practice has ensured that many, especially from African countries, are able to benefit from free education in a conducive environment. There are two categories of scholarships available to students, one is Clubs and districts tailored to secondary, undergraduate, or graduate study, and the other is Rotary Foundation which we will largely be on.
The Rotary Foundation provides scholarships for individuals who have completed their college education or are professionals, enabling them to pursue studies focused on promoting peace and resolving conflicts.
Rotary peace fellowships are open to individuals who wish to engage in a master’s degree or certificate program at any of the approved universities in partnership with Rotary.
Program of Study
Graduate students studying abroad in one of Rotary’s causes, such as promoting peace, fighting disease, providing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene, saving mothers and children, supporting education, growing local economies, and protecting the environment.
Eligibility
To check the full eligibility requirements, kindly visit the scholarship page of the Rotary Club or District where you plan to apply. However, below are to be noted by applicants:
Candidates must have a minimum of three years between their most recent academic degree completion and the intended start date of the fellowship. Current undergraduate or graduate students are ineligible to apply.
Rotary Peace Fellows who have previously completed the certificate program, Master’s program, or a Global Grant Scholarship must wait three years before applying for another fellowship.
For the certificate program at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda, candidates must either be from Africa, have worked in Africa, or be involved with African communities or initiatives outside the continent.
Target Countries
Non-members/Rotaract members and any of their relatives from any part of the world are not eligible for the Scholarship or Fellowship. Others can apply.
Host Institution
Any approved university located in a country where there is a host Rotary club or district, as long as it is outside of your home country.
Scholarship Value
The value of the Scholarship is $30,000 and could also go high depending on various factors such as the availability of funds.
Application Instruction
To apply for a Rotary Peace Fellowship, follow these steps:
- Review eligibility restrictions and relevant experience guide.
- Research curriculum and programs at Rotary Peace Centers.
- Engage with Rotary by connecting with a local club or district.
- Submit the application between February and 15 May.
- Prepare for an interview with a Rotary endorser.
- Await selection results in November.
- If chosen, apply for admission to the assigned Peace Center university.
Deadline
The closing date for The Rotary Foundation Scholarships is May 15, 2024
Scholarship Link
For more information about the Scholarship, kindly visit the Official Website.
