Doctorate Degree Applications
- Applicants must have earned their highest academic degree, either in the U.S. or abroad, with a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. The degree should be equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s degree or higher
- Scholarly excellence, as demonstrated by academic records and achievements, recognition from peers, professors, and/or institutions, and other forms of distinction
- Research that demonstrates originality in its design and has the potential to make significant contributions to the relevant academic or professional field
- Demonstrated commitment to 1) applying their expertise, professional skills and leadership in the context of their home countries, and 2) supporting other women and girls through service in their communities, professions or fields of research
- Feasibility of the research plans, the funding of those plans and the proposed timeline for their completion
- Fellow’s position on return to home country
