Fellowship to conduct research/ prepare proposal for doctoral research in West Africa.
West Africa
WARA fellowships and internships funded by grants from the US Department of State through CAORC make it possible for a broad range of educators and students to experience professional exchanges and carry out research projects in West Africa. The WARA Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, for 2 to 3 months research in West Africa during the summer for the purpose of: 1) preparing a doctoral research proposal; or 2) carrying out research related to the completion of another terminal degree program (e.g., MFA or MPH). $3,500 + airfare (up to $2,500)
US Citizen
Any
* Applicant must be currently enrolled in graduate programs at institutions of higher education in the US * It is advisable that applicants be conversant in an African language spoken where they will be conducting research * Priority will be given to applicants who are at the pre-dissertation stage, that is, who will be returning to their institution to complete course work and exams, before beginning their fieldwork