Amelia Earhart Fellowship for Women

About the program:
The Amelia Earhart Fellowship by Zonta International supports women pursuing PhD or doctoral degrees in aerospace engineering and space sciences. Up to 30 fellows are selected each year

Requirements:
Applicants must be women of any nationality enrolled full-time in a PhD or doctoral program related to aerospace engineering or space sciences. They must demonstrate a strong academic record and have either completed at least one year of their doctoral program or already hold a master’s degree in an aerospace-related field. Applicants must not graduate before April 2028. Postdoctoral researchers are not eligible

Funding:
Each selected fellow receives US$12,000 to support her doctoral studies. The fellowship can be used at any university or college offering accredited postgraduate programs in the relevant fields

Eligibility:
The fellowship is open to applicants of any nationality. Previous Amelia Earhart Fellows cannot receive the fellowship for a second year. Zonta International members and certain employees or individuals involved with the organization are also excluded from applying

Application process:
Applications are reviewed by the Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowship Committee, which recommends candidates to the Zonta International Board. Applicants are notified of the results by the end of April

Deadline:
15 November 2026 for the 2027 fellowship