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    The Rotary Peace Fellowships, offered by , are fully funded scholarships covering tuition and living expenses. Up to 90 fellows are selected annually based on personal, academic, and professional achievements. Fellows can earn a master's degree or a post-graduate diploma in peace and development studies in host countries like Australia, Japan, Sweden, Uganda, the UK, and the US. The application deadline is May 15.

    May 15

    Scholarship deadline

    Fully funded

    Award amount

    1

    Requirements

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    • Students interested in peace and development studies
    • Individuals seeking a master's degree or post-graduate diploma
    • Applicants with strong personal, academic, and professional achievements

    Key highlights

    • Fully funded scholarship covering tuition and living expenses
    • Up to 90 fellows selected annually
    • Study in host countries: Australia, Japan, Sweden, Uganda, UK, US

    Why apply

    • Gain a fully funded education in peace and development
    • Opportunity to study in diverse international settings
    • Enhance your capacity to prevent and resolve conflicts
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    Who can apply

    • Open to applicants of any nationality
    • Study in specified host countries
    • Selection based on personal, academic, and professional achievements

    Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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    Quick facts

    Status

    Not specified

    Field of study

    Education, English Language and Literature, Legal Professions and Law Studies, Multi Interdisciplinary Studies, Security and Protective Services

    Number of awards

    90

    Payout method

    Not stated on the listing

    Before you apply

    AI guidance

    Things to double-check on the official page.

    Important checks

    • Ensure your field of study aligns with peace and development
    • Verify eligibility based on academic and professional achievements

    Missing or unclear on the listing

    • Specific application steps
    • Details on payout method

    Red flags

    • Highly competitive selection process

    Next steps

    AI guidance

    A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

    1. Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
    2. Prepare the listed materials (2 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
    3. Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
    4. Apply through the official site linked above.

    Application tips

    AI guidance

    Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

    • Highlight your achievements in personal, academic, and professional areas
    • Prepare to demonstrate your commitment to peace and conflict resolution

    Key requirements (23)

    Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

    Documents
    • The fully funded Rotary Peace Fellowship, which covers tuition and living expenses, increases the capacity of existing leaders to prevent and resolve conflict by offering academic training, field experience, and professional networking.
    • Up to 90 fellows are selected every year in a globally competitive process based on personal, academic, and professional achievements.….
    • Over 1,600 program alumni are working in more than 140 countries as leaders in national governments, nongovernmental organizations, education and research, law enforcement, and international organizations such as the United Nations.
    • Master’s degree.
    • 15-24 month program, small-group classroom learning, in fields related to peace and development.
    • Intended for leaders near the start of their careers.
    • 50 fellows selected annually to study at one of five Rotary Peace Centers at partner universities, which offer interdisciplinary curricula with research-informed teaching.
    • 2-3 month field study experience to develop practical skills.
    • Fellows connect with an international cohort of fellows, thought leaders, and a global network of Rotarians.
    • Professional development certificate.
    • Yearlong program for working professionals that blends online learning, in-person classes, and an independent project, based at a Rotary Peace Center in Thailand or Uganda.
    • Intended for social change leaders with extensive experience working in peace-related fields.
    • 80 fellows selected annually to earn a post-graduate diploma or certificate in peace and development studies.
    • Interdisciplinary program includes a two-week online preliminary course, 10 weeks of on-site courses with field studies, a nine-month period during which fellows implement a social change initiative (with interactive online sessions), and an on-site capstone seminar.
    • Applications for this round need to be submitted by 15 May. Please write to the email below with questions.
    • Qualified candidates must:.
    • Have three years of related work experience for the master’s program (five years for the Duke program).
    • Have five years of related work experience for the certificate program and be able to explain how their plan to promote peace aligns with Rotary’s mission (Candidates for Makerere University must either be from Africa, have worked in Africa, or work with African communities or….
    • Be proficient in English.
    • Have a bachelor’s degree.
    • Demonstrate leadership skills.
    • Have a strong commitment to cross-cultural understanding and peace.
    • Candidates must have at least three years between the completion of their most recent academic degree program (undergraduate or graduate degree) and their intended start date for the fellowship.….

    Required documents

    Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.

    • Supporting documents (as listed in requirements)
    • Certificate or enrollment verification

    Applying

    Prepare your application by highlighting achievements and commitment to peace. Apply by May 15 for a chance to study abroad.

    Award & payment

    Amount: Fully funded

    Number of awards: 90

    Payout: Not stated on the listing

    About the provider

    Overview

    Rotary Peace Fellowships provide full funding for tuition and living expenses, allowing students to study peace and development in select countries.

    Sponsor & application

    Information last verified Apr 28, 2026.

    Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

    FAQ

    What does the Rotary Peace Fellowship cover?
    The fellowship is fully funded, covering tuition and living expenses.
    In which countries can I study with the Rotary Peace Fellowship?
    You can study in Australia, Japan, Sweden, Uganda, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
    What fields of study are supported by the Rotary Peace Fellowships?
    The fellowship supports studies in peace and development.