Applications are open for the Yehuda Elkana Fellowship (CEU) – 2027. This fellowship supports scholars admitted to CEU doctoral programs whose research focuses on higher education policy.
The program is hosted by the Yehuda Elkana Center for Teaching, Learning, and Higher Education Research at Central European University in Vienna, Austria. In addition, selected fellows receive a tuition waiver for up to 48 months and a monthly stipend.
Key Details:
Application Deadline: January 15, 2027 (23:59 Central European Time)
Program Duration: 48 months (generally 4 years)
Program Location: Vienna, Austria (Central European University)
Funding/Benefits: 2002 EUR gross per month stipend; 48 months tuition waiver
Award Provider: Central European University (Yehuda Elkana Center for Teaching, Learning, and Higher Education Research)
About this Program
The Yehuda Elkana Fellowship is for outstanding young scholars who want to pursue doctoral study related to higher education policy. Applicants must first seek admission to one of CEU’s doctoral degree programs.
Moreover, the fellowship is linked to research that addresses higher education policy. Fellows also engage with the Yehuda Elkana Center, which offers academic events, guest speakers, networking opportunities, and research development support.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must gain admission to one of CEU’s doctoral degree programs.
- The proposed research topic must relate to higher education policy.
- The call describes the fellowship as intended for outstanding young scholars interested in doctoral study in higher education policy.
What Fellows Receive: Tuition waiver for 48 months, monthly stipend of 2002 EUR gross, and support from the Yehuda Elkana Center through academic events, guest speakers, networking opportunities, and research development assistance.
Program Components Regular doctoral study at CEU, research focused on higher education policy, and participation in academic and research support activities offered by the Yehuda Elkana Center.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a regular CEU application for a doctoral program through the university’s application system. In addition, they should include a research proposal related to higher education policy.
Applicants must also submit a Statement of Purpose beginning with: “Please consider this application for the Yehuda Elkana Fellowship.” Since requirements may change, review the official page carefully before applying.
👉 Visit the official fellowship page for details
