Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2026
Scholarship Amount
About This Scholarship
The Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2026 is a prestigious financial award offered by Zonta International. This fellowship is specifically designed to support outstanding women who are pursuing Ph.D. or doctoral degrees in the fields of aerospace engineering and space sciences.
The fellowship aims to encourage and empower women to continue their advanced studies and contribute significantly to these critical areas of scientific and technological development.
Selected candidates will receive an annual fellowship of up to USD 10,000. This award is intended to assist with various expenses related to their studies, including tuition fees, purchasing books, and covering living expenses.
Candidates for this esteemed fellowship are evaluated based on several key criteria, ensuring that the most deserving and promising individuals are selected. These criteria include:
• A superior academic record demonstrated through past performance.
• The quality of their research in aerospace engineering or space sciences.
• Their potential contribution to the advancement of their chosen field.
The application deadline for the Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2026 is 15 November 2025. Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to prepare and submit their applications well in advance of this date to ensure consideration.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2026, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
• The applicant must be a woman of any nationality.
• She must be registered in a full-time Ph.D./doctoral program in aerospace engineering or space sciences, and have completed at least one year of study by the time the application is submitted.
• Alternatively, she must have received a master's degree in an aerospace-applied field at the time of application submission.
• Applicants must not graduate from their doctoral program before April 2027. This ensures that the fellowship supports ongoing doctoral work.
Important Note: Post-doctoral research programs are not eligible for this fellowship. The fellowship is specifically designed to support Ph.D./doctoral candidates in their pursuit of advanced degrees.
Required Documents
Applicants for the Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2026 are required to submit the following documents:
• Passport: A valid passport demonstrating nationality.
• Biographical Information: Comprehensive personal details and background information.
• Recommendations: Three (3) letters of recommendation are required. These should be from university professors or supervisors who can attest to the applicant's academic abilities, research potential, and character.
• Academic Transcripts and Certificates: Official academic records from all higher education institutions attended, along with relevant certificates.
• Research Proposal or Description: A detailed proposal of current or planned research, outlining its scope, methodology, objectives, and expected contributions to aerospace engineering or space sciences.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): A comprehensive CV detailing academic history, research experience, publications, presentations, awards, and any other relevant professional experience.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply for the Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2026 by following these steps:
1. Visit the official website of Zonta International and navigate to the Amelia Earhart Fellowship section.
2. Register for an account on the application portal if you are a new user. If you have previously registered, simply log in using your existing credentials (e.g., Gmail, Mobile number, or Email ID).
3. Once logged in, locate the specific application form for the Zonta Amelia Earhart Fellowship 2026.
4. Carefully fill in all the required details in the application form. Ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete.
5. Upload all the necessary supporting documents as specified in the "Required Documents" section. Make sure all files are in the correct format and legible.
6. Review your entire application thoroughly to check for any errors or missing information.
7. Tick the check box to acknowledge and accept the terms and conditions or agreement related to the application.
8. Submit your completed application before the stated deadline of 15 November 2025.