Application Deadline
October 26, 2026
Coverage
100%
Amount
$15,000 and $25,000 USD
Duration
12 months
Country
United States Of America
Princeton in Africa (PiAf) is a nonprofit organization that offers year-long paid post-graduate fellowship opportunities with a variety of organizations working across the African continent. Fellowshi...
Fully Tuition
Monthly Stipend
Housing Support
Mentorship
Must hold (or complete by June preceding the fellowship start) a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree
Must be no older than 35 years old during the fellowship year.
Must have full professional fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing)
Must be available for the full 12-month commitment. Applicants cannot be enrolled in any other academic degree programs during the fellowship term
Must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months past the end of the fellowship term
Application Form & Essays: Detailed background info, short answer responses, and statement essays
Resume/CV: Standard professional resume (max 2 pages)
Official University Transcripts: Documentation of undergraduate/graduate academic records
Letter of Recommendation: One professional or academic reference
Online Submission
Create an account on the application portal and submit all application materials prior to the deadline
First-Round Notification
Applicants are notified whether they have been selected to advance to the interview stage
Interviews
Selected applicants complete interviews with the PiAf selection committee during late fall/early winter
Placement & Final Offers
Offers are extended on a rolling basis from February to May as host organizations match with final candidates
Application Assistance
Personal guidance through every step
Essay Review
Professional feedback on your statement
Interview Prep
Mock interviews and coaching sessions
Mentorship Network
Connect with past scholarship recipients