Summary

The NPGH Global Health Fellowship 2027 invites applications from international students for a year-long program aimed at aspiring global health professionals. This fellowship offers practical experience and mentorship in various health-related research areas, focusing on infectious diseases, mental health, and public health systems.

  • 🌍 NPGH Global Health Fellowship 2027 invites international applicants for a 1-year global health research program in the USA and partner countries.
  • đŸ§Ș Focus areas include infectious diseases, cancer, mental health, environmental health, data science, HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and public health systems.
  • 🎓 Open to PhD students and postdoctoral researchers aiming for careers in global health research, academia, medicine, or policy.
  • đŸ€ Fellows are paired with mentors from both U.S. universities and international partner institutions for collaborative research guidance.
  • đŸ„ Research placements are hosted across Africa, Asia, and Latin America at institutions like University of Nairobi, JNU, Makerere University, and others.
  • 💰 Funding support includes up to US$10,000 for postdoctoral fellows and up to US$7,500 for predoctoral research expenses.
  • 📌 This is a research training fellowship, not a degree program, emphasizing fieldwork and real-world global health problem-solving.
  • 📄 Required documents include application form, CV/degree certificate, transcripts, passport/ID, research proposal, mentorship plan, budget, and recommendation letters.
  • ✅ Eligibility requires enrollment in or completion of a doctoral/terminal degree, plus affiliation with approved partner institutions and two mentors.

Designation

NPGH Global Health Fellow

DetailsInformation
Duration1 Year
Scholarship CoverageFully Funded
Eligible NationalityAll Nationalities
Award CountryUnited States
Research AreasInfectious diseases, cancer, mental health, environmental health, data science, public health systems, and more.
International Research SitesHospitals, research facilities, and universities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Postdoctoral Researchers: Must have completed a doctorate or terminal professional degree within the last six years.
  • Predoctoral Candidates: Must be enrolled in a doctoral-level program and have completed at least a year of coursework.
  • Must be connected with one of the program’s authorized partner institutions.
  • Requires two mentors: one from the overseas research site and one from a participating U.S. consortium university.

Job Description

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The fellows will engage in full-time research supervised by experienced mentors from prestigious universities. They will focus on real-world health issues during their research at authorized overseas partner institutions, gaining extensive practical experience while working on dynamic health challenges.

How to Apply

  1. Prepare a robust application.
  2. Contact potential supervisors for mentorship several months before the application deadline.
  3. Submit the following documents:
  • Completed online application form
  • Degree certificate
  • Academic transcript
  • Passport or national identity document
  • Medical certificate
  • Research proposal
  • Mentorship plan
  • Personal statement
  • Project budget
  • Recommendation letters from both mentors.

Last Date to Apply

15th September 2026

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For more information and to apply, visit the official website.

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