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About the fellowship
The Amelia Earhart Fellowship, established in 1938 by Zonta International in honour of the famed pilot, supports women pursuing PhD/doctoral degrees in aerospace engineering and space sciences. Up to 30 fellows receive US$10,000 each year, usable at any accredited university. Since 1938, Zonta has awarded over 1,700 fellowships worth more than US$11 million to women from 80+ countries.
Eligibility
- Woman of any nationality.
- Pursuing a PhD/doctoral degree in aerospace engineering or space sciences (full-time).
- Completed at least one year of the PhD, or hold a Master's in an aerospace-applied field.
- Strong academic record with active research involvement.
- Not eligible: part-time students, post-doctoral researchers, previous fellows.
Benefits
- US$10,000 — tuition, books, fees, supplies, research equipment, travel.
- Usable at any accredited university.
- Can be combined with other grants.
Documents required
- Academic transcripts
- Research proposal
- Three letters of recommendation
- Proof of PhD enrolment
How to apply
- Go to the Zonta International websiteAmelia Earhart Fellowship page.
- Prepare documentsTranscripts, research proposal, three recommendation letters.
- Submit the online applicationBefore 15 November 2026.
- Results by end of April 2027
FAQs
Up to 30 per year.
Yes — any university offering accredited postgraduate courses in these fields.
Only if you hold a Master's in an aerospace-applied field; otherwise complete one PhD year first.
No — previous fellows are not eligible.
Verified 16 Oct 2026 via StudyOpportunities (US$10,000; up to 30 women; 15 Nov 2026; est. 1938; 1,794 fellowships), Ambitio (eligibility: full-time PhD, 1+ year or Master's; three recommendation letters; notified by April 2027) and GreatYOP.
