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Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

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Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ. Applications are open for the Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028, supporting women from eligible low- and middle-income countries who are pursuing PhD or postdoctoral research in STEM disciplines at leading universities abroad. Awards can cover up to US$50,000 per year for PhD study and up to US$40,000 per year for postdoctoral research, based on actual eligible costs. The 2027โ€“2028 application cycle opened on 1 September 2026 and closes on 7 November 2026 at 12:00 noon Central Standard Time (UTC-6).

โš ๏ธ Important Accuracy Note

The Faculty for the Future programme is specifically for:

๐Ÿ‘ฉ WOMEN

who are citizens of eligible low- or middle-income countries where women are underrepresented in:

SCIENCE

TECHNOLOGY

ENGINEERING

and:

MATHEMATICS โ€” STEM.

It funds only:

๐ŸŽ“ PhD programmes

and:

๐Ÿ”ฌ Postdoctoral research.

It does:

โŒ NOT FUND MASTERโ€™S DEGREES.

Applicants must also have:

โœ… already applied to

โœ… been admitted to

or:

โœ… already be enrolled at

a recognised host university or research institution outside their home country. Applications are not accepted from candidates who have not yet applied to a host institution.

The grant amounts are maximums, not automatic flat awards:

๐Ÿ’ฐ UP TO US$50,000 PER YEAR FOR PhD STUDY

and:

๐Ÿ’ฐ UP TO US$40,000 PER YEAR FOR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH.

Awards are based on actual eligible expenses.

๐ŸŒ Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Quick Overview

DetailInformation
OrganisationSchlumberger Foundation
ProgrammeFaculty for the Future
Cycle2027โ€“2028
Who Can ApplyEligible Women from Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Study LevelPhD or Postdoctoral Research
Masterโ€™s DegreeNot Eligible
FieldsSTEM
Priority AreasPhysical Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science & Mathematics
Host InstitutionLeading University / Research Institute Abroad
PhD FundingUp to US$50,000 per Year
Postdoc FundingUp to US$40,000 per Year
Initial Grant DurationOne Academic Year
RenewalPossible, but Not Automatic
Home-Country Return CommitmentRequired
Teaching / Research / STEM Leadership CommitmentImportant
Leadership & Community OutreachRequired
Girls & Women in STEM AdvocacyRequired
Applications OpenedSeptember 1, 2026
Application DeadlineNovember 7, 2026
Deadline Time12:00 Noon CST (UTC-6)
Reference Letter DeadlineNovember 14, 2026
Results ExpectedEnd of March 2027
ZimbabweListed as Eligible
StatusApplications Open

The application portal confirms that both new and renewal applications close on 7 November 2026, while referees have until 14 November 2026 to submit their letters.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ About the Schlumberger Foundation

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

The Schlumberger Foundation is an independent nonprofit organisation focused on advancing education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Its flagship:

FACULTY FOR THE FUTURE

programme supports women scientists and engineers from developing and emerging economies to pursue advanced research abroad and later contribute to:

๐ŸŽ“ HIGHER EDUCATION

๐Ÿ”ฌ RESEARCH

๐Ÿš€ STEM ENTREPRENEURSHIP

and:

๐Ÿ›๏ธ EVIDENCE-BASED PUBLIC POLICY

in their home countries and regions.

In April 2026, the Foundation announced that the programme had reached more than:

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ 1,000 FELLOWS WORLDWIDE.

๐ŸŽฏ What Is the Faculty for the Future Fellowship?

Faculty for the Future is designed to help highly qualified women from eligible countries gain advanced STEM qualifications and research experience at strong universities outside their home countries.

The long-term goal is to strengthen:

WOMENโ€™S REPRESENTATION IN STEM

UNIVERSITY TEACHING

RESEARCH CAPACITY

SCIENTIFIC LEADERSHIP

and:

SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

in countries where women remain underrepresented in scientific disciplines.

๐Ÿ’ฐ How Much Funding Is Available?

The grant can provide up to:

๐Ÿ’ต US$50,000 PER YEAR FOR PhD STUDY

and:

๐Ÿ’ต US$40,000 PER YEAR FOR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH.

Funding is based on actual expected costs.

๐Ÿ’ณ What Can the Grant Cover?

The Foundation says the grant may typically support costs such as:

๐ŸŽ“ University tuition

๐Ÿงช Bench fees

๐Ÿ  Accommodation

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Living expenses

๐Ÿ“š Books and supplies

๐Ÿฅ Medical insurance

๐Ÿš Transport

โœˆ๏ธ Initial travel to the host country

๐Ÿ›‚ Visa charges

and:

๐ŸŽค Conference expenses.

This means the fellowship can be substantial, but applicants should not assume they automatically receive the maximum.

๐Ÿ‘ถ Is Childcare Support Available?

โœ… YES, IN SOME CASES.

At the Foundationโ€™s discretion, an exceptional childcare grant may be awarded to eligible Fellows.

Current published limits include:

๐Ÿ’ต up to US$3,000 per year per eligible child under 6

and:

๐Ÿ’ต up to US$1,500 per year per eligible child aged 6โ€“15,

with a total annual childcare cap of:

US$10,000 PER GRANTEE.

The fellowship does not cover school tuition fees for children.

โณ How Long Does the Fellowship Last?

The initial grant period is:

๐Ÿ“… ONE ACADEMIC YEAR.

However, grants may be renewed.

๐Ÿ”„ Can the Grant Be Renewed?

โœ… YES, BUT RENEWAL IS NOT AUTOMATIC.

Renewal depends on factors including:

academic progress

quality of references

recommendation from the host-university supervisor

and:

the Foundationโ€™s renewal assessment.

๐ŸŽ“ Who Can Apply?

Applicants must meet a strict set of eligibility conditions.

๐Ÿ‘ฉ 1. Applicants Must Be Women

The programme is specifically for:

WOMEN SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS.

The Foundation confirms that Faculty for the Future is a women-only programme.

๐ŸŒ 2. Eligible Country Citizenship

Applicants must be citizens of:

LOW- OR MIDDLE-INCOME COUNTRIES

where women are underrepresented in STEM.

โš ๏ธ Dual Citizenship Rule

Applicants are not eligible if they also hold citizenship of a:

DEVELOPED COUNTRY.

If a Fellow obtains developed-country citizenship after receiving the grant, the funding can be discontinued from the date that citizenship is obtained.

๐ŸŽ“ 3. PhD or Postdoctoral Research Only

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

Applicants must be preparing for:

๐ŸŽ“ A PhD

or:

๐Ÿ”ฌ POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH

in STEM.

โŒ Masterโ€™s students are not eligible.

๐Ÿซ 4. Host University Must Be Abroad

Applicants must be:

enrolled

admitted

or:

have applied

to a recognised and well-ranked university or research institution outside their home country.

You cannot apply if you have not yet applied to a host institution.

๐ŸŒ Can the Host University Be in Another Developing Country?

โœ… YES.

The host institution does not necessarily need to be in Europe or North America.

The Foundation says applicants may study in another low- or middle-income country provided the host institution is:

academically strong

and:

outside the applicantโ€™s home country.

๐Ÿงฉ Are Sandwich PhD Programmes Eligible?

โœ… IN SOME CASES.

Sandwich programmes may be accepted where part of the research is conducted abroad.

However, the final PhD must generally be:

awarded by the foreign host institution

or:

jointly awarded,

rather than being awarded solely by the home-country institution.

๐Ÿ“š 5. Excellent Academic Record

Applicants must demonstrate:

STRONG ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE.

Academic quality is one of the main factors used during selection.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ 6. Teaching Experience

Applicants should have:

A PROVEN RECORD OF TEACHING EXPERIENCE IN THEIR HOME COUNTRY.

The programme aims to strengthen the number and influence of women teaching and leading in STEM.

๐Ÿ  7. Commitment to Return Home

Applicants must demonstrate a strong intention to:

RETURN TO THEIR HOME COUNTRY OR REGION

after completing their studies.

This is one of the most important selection considerations.

๐Ÿš€ 8. Career Contribution After Returning Home

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

Applicants should show how they plan to contribute through one or more of the following pathways:

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ Academic teaching or research

๐Ÿš€ STEM entrepreneurship

or:

๐Ÿ›๏ธ STEM-related public-policy leadership.

๐Ÿค 9. Leadership and Community Engagement

Candidates must demonstrate:

LEADERSHIP

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

and:

ACTIVE ENGAGEMENT

beyond their own academic work.

๐Ÿ‘ง 10. Supporting Girls and Women in STEM

Applicants need a record of:

ENCOURAGING YOUNG PEOPLE, PARTICULARLY GIRLS AND WOMEN, INTO STEM.

This can include:

mentoring

school outreach

STEM clubs

public engagement

science camps

university programmes

or:

community initiatives.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Which STEM Fields Are Eligible?

The programme covers STEM and related interdisciplinary fields.

The Foundation particularly encourages applications in disciplines where women remain strongly underrepresented, including:

โš›๏ธ PHYSICAL SCIENCES

โš™๏ธ ENGINEERING

๐Ÿ’ป COMPUTER SCIENCE

and:

โž— MATHEMATICS.

Other relevant STEM disciplines may also qualify.

๐Ÿงช Is Medicine Automatically Eligible?

Eligibility depends on whether the proposed research falls within the programmeโ€™s STEM focus.

Applicants should carefully assess whether their:

discipline

research proposal

and:

host programme

fit the Foundationโ€™s scientific scope.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Are Schlumberger Employees Eligible?

โŒ NO.

Current Schlumberger employees are not eligible for Faculty for the Future grants.

๐ŸŽ‚ Is There an Age Limit?

โŒ NO FORMAL AGE LIMIT.

Women of any age may apply.

However, the selection process may consider how many teaching or research years the applicant is likely to have after completing the PhD or postdoc.

๐ŸŒ Can Africans Apply?

โœ… YES.

A large number of African countries appear in the Foundationโ€™s published eligible-country list, including:

Zimbabwe

Zambia

South Africa is notably not shown on the published list

Kenya

Uganda

Tanzania

Ghana

Nigeria is notably not shown on the current published list

Ethiopia

Malawi

Mozambique

Botswana

Namibia

Rwanda

Senegal

Sierra Leone

and many others.

Applicants should always check the live eligibility list because it can change between application cycles.

๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ผ Can Zimbabwean Women Apply?

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

โœ… YES.

Zimbabwe is explicitly included in the Foundationโ€™s current published eligible-country list.

A Zimbabwean woman may potentially qualify if she:

โœ… is pursuing or preparing for PhD or postdoctoral STEM research

โœ… has applied to, been admitted to or is enrolled at a strong institution abroad

โœ… has an excellent academic record

โœ… has teaching experience

โœ… demonstrates leadership and community engagement

โœ… has supported girls or women in STEM

and:

โœ… intends to return to Zimbabwe or the region after completing her studies.

โš ๏ธ Country-List Note

The current 2027โ€“2028 application page is live, but the eligible-country table on the programme website is still labelled:

2026โ€“2027 ELIGIBLE COUNTRIES.

Zimbabwe is included on that published list.

Applicants should nevertheless confirm the live application system before submission in case the Foundation updates the country list for the new cycle.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Language Requirements

Applicants must have sufficient proficiency in the language needed to study at their host institution.

They must also have enough:

ENGLISH

to complete an interview in English and participate in the Foundationโ€™s international network.

๐Ÿซ How Important Is the Host University?

Very important.

The Foundation explicitly evaluates:

THE QUALITY OF THE HOST UNIVERSITY.

Applicants are encouraged to seek institutions known for strong research in their discipline.

There is:

โŒ NO OFFICIAL FIXED LIST OF APPROVED UNIVERSITIES.

Applicants are responsible for selecting and applying to their host institution themselves.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Do Applicants Need to Find Their Own Supervisor?

โœ… YES.

Applicants are responsible for securing:

their own host university

and:

their own host-university supervisor.

๐Ÿ“„ What Does the Application Include?

The application is completed through the official Faculty for the Future online system.

Important elements include:

๐Ÿ“‘ Personal Essay

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Proposal Statement

๐ŸŽ“ Study Programme Information

๐Ÿ’ฐ Financial Information

๐Ÿ“Ž Uploaded Supporting Documents

and:

โœ‰๏ธ References.

The Foundation warns that poor or incomplete:

PERSONAL ESSAYS

and:

RESEARCH PROPOSAL STATEMENTS

are common reasons applications are unsuccessful.

โœ‰๏ธ Reference Letters

Referees receive access to submit recommendation letters after the candidate submits her application.

For the 2027 cycle, reference letters must be submitted by:

๐Ÿšจ 14 NOVEMBER 2026.

This is one week after the applicant deadline.

๐ŸŒ Do Documents Need Official English Translation?

โŒ NOT NECESSARILY.

The Foundation says diplomas and university admission letters do not have to be officially translated into English.

โš ๏ธ Can You Change the Host University After Applying?

Generally:

โŒ NOT WITHOUT FOUNDATION APPROVAL.

Once an application is submitted, the award is assessed based on the stated:

host institution

and:

research project.

Applicants should therefore choose both carefully.

๐Ÿ”„ Can You Edit the Application After Submission?

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

โŒ NO.

Applicants can save and revise the online form before submission, but once it is formally submitted:

IT CAN NO LONGER BE MODIFIED.

๐Ÿงฎ How Competitive Is the Fellowship?

The Fellowship is highly competitive.

For the 2026โ€“2027 academic year, the Foundation says it received:

๐Ÿ“ฅ 597 APPLICATIONS

and awarded:

๐Ÿ† 54 NEW GRANTS.

That illustrates why applicants need a strong:

academic record

research proposal

host-university choice

reference package

and:

home-country return plan.

๐Ÿง  What Does the Selection Committee Look For?

Selection considers factors including:

๐Ÿ“š Academic performance

โœ‰๏ธ Quality of references

๐Ÿซ Quality of host university

๐Ÿ”ฌ Scientific interest of research proposal

๐ŸŒ Relevance of research to the home country

๐Ÿ  Commitment to return home

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ Commitment to teaching

and:

๐Ÿ‘ง Commitment to encouraging women and girls into STEM.

๐Ÿงญ Selection Process

The Foundation describes a multi-stage selection process.

Round 1 โ€” Eligibility Screening

Applications are checked for:

COUNTRY ELIGIBILITY

DISCIPLINE

and:

APPLICATION QUALITY.

Round 2 โ€” Detailed Scoring

Applications are assessed on factors such as:

academic performance

references

research proposal

commitment to teaching

relevance to home country

and:

host-university quality.

Round 3 โ€” Scientific Committee Review

The scientific committee focuses heavily on:

research quality

scientific interest

and:

home-country relevance.

Round 4 โ€” Interview

Finalists are interviewed in English by members of the Foundationโ€™s leadership.

Final Selection

Grant recipients are selected by the:

SCHLUMBERGER FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS.

๐Ÿ“… When Will Results Be Announced?

Results are normally available by:

๐Ÿ“… THE END OF MARCH 2027.

Successful applicants receive a personal email.

๐Ÿ“… When Must Studies Begin?

For this cycle, the Foundation explains that the grant is valid until:

SPRING 2028

and the successful candidate must have begun studies at one of the host universities listed in her application by then.

๐Ÿ’ก Can Applicants Already Studying Abroad Apply?

โœ… YES.

Women who have already started their PhD or postdoctoral research abroad may still apply if they need financial support to continue.

๐Ÿ“ How to Apply for the Faculty for the Future Fellowship 2027โ€“2028

Step 1 โ€” Check Country Eligibility

Confirm that your citizenship appears on the Foundationโ€™s current eligible-country list.

Step 2 โ€” Confirm Your Study Level

You must be applying for or already pursuing:

PhD study

or:

postdoctoral research.

Masterโ€™s programmes are not eligible.

Step 3 โ€” Identify a Strong Host University Abroad

Choose a university or research institute recognised for high-quality research in your field.

Step 4 โ€” Apply to the Host Institution

You must already have:

applied

been admitted

or:

be enrolled

before submitting the Faculty for the Future application.

Step 5 โ€” Find a Supervisor

Identify a host-university supervisor who can support your research programme.

Step 6 โ€” Prepare Your Research Proposal

Clearly explain:

THE RESEARCH QUESTION

WHY IT MATTERS

YOUR METHODOLOGY

EXPECTED SCIENTIFIC CONTRIBUTION

and:

WHY THE RESEARCH IS RELEVANT TO YOUR HOME COUNTRY.

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

Step 7 โ€” Prepare Your Personal Essay

Show:

leadership

teaching

community impact

commitment to return home

and:

advocacy for girls and women in STEM.

Step 8 โ€” Prepare Financial Information

Provide accurate information about:

tuition

living expenses

travel

insurance

research expenses

and:

any other funding sources.

Step 9 โ€” Register on the Online Portal

Applications are accepted only through the official online system.

Step 10 โ€” Submit Before the Deadline

The application closes on:

๐Ÿšจ 7 NOVEMBER 2026 AT 12:00 NOON CENTRAL STANDARD TIME โ€” UTC-6.

Your referees then have until:

๐Ÿšจ 14 NOVEMBER 2026

to submit their letters.

๐Ÿ“‹ Application Checklist

Before submitting, confirm:

โœ… Woman Applicant

Required.

โœ… Eligible Country Citizenship

Required.

โœ… Developed-Country Dual Citizenship

Not Allowed.

โœ… PhD or Postdoc

Required.

โœ… Masterโ€™s

Not Eligible.

โœ… STEM Field

Required.

โœ… Host University Abroad

Required.

โœ… Already Applied / Admitted / Enrolled

Required.

โœ… Excellent Academic Record

Required.

โœ… Teaching Experience

Required.

โœ… Return-Home Commitment

Required.

โœ… Leadership

Required.

โœ… Community Outreach

Required.

โœ… Girls & Women in STEM Engagement

Required.

โœ… Research Proposal

Important.

โœ… Personal Essay

Important.

โœ… Financial Information

Required.

โœ… References

Required.

โœ… Applicant Deadline

November 7, 2026.

โœ… Reference Deadline

November 14, 2026.

๐ŸŽฏ How to Strengthen Your Application

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

๐Ÿ”ฌ Make the Research Relevant to Your Home Country

The programme strongly considers:

RELEVANCE OF RESEARCH TO THE APPLICANTโ€™S HOME COUNTRY.

Do not submit a technically strong proposal without explaining how it can contribute to:

local universities

national research capacity

industry

public policy

environmental challenges

health

infrastructure

or:

other development priorities.

๐Ÿ  Build a Credible Return Plan

Avoid simply writing:

โ€œI plan to return home.โ€

Explain:

WHERE YOU PLAN TO WORK

WHICH INSTITUTIONS YOU ARE CONNECTED TO

WHICH RESEARCH GROUPS YOU WILL COLLABORATE WITH

and:

HOW YOUR NEW EXPERTISE WILL BE USED.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ Show Teaching Experience

Include:

lectures

tutorials

laboratory demonstrations

student supervision

workshops

or:

community STEM teaching.

๐Ÿ‘ง Show Evidence of Supporting Women in STEM

Strong examples include:

mentoring female students

STEM camps

girlsโ€™ science clubs

women-in-engineering initiatives

career talks

or:

public outreach.

๐Ÿซ Choose the Host University Carefully

The quality of the host university is directly assessed.

Explain why the institution is especially suited to your:

research topic

laboratory needs

supervisor expertise

and:

long-term career goals.

โœ‰๏ธ Choose Strong Referees

Reference quality matters substantially.

Select referees who can discuss:

YOUR RESEARCH ABILITY

ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE

LEADERSHIP

TEACHING

and:

LONG-TERM POTENTIAL.

โš ๏ธ Common Application Mistakes

Avoid:

  • Applying for a Masterโ€™s degree
  • Applying before applying to a host institution
  • Choosing a host university in your home country outside an eligible sandwich arrangement
  • Holding developed-country dual citizenship
  • Providing weak evidence of intent to return home
  • Submitting a generic research proposal
  • Failing to explain home-country relevance
  • Ignoring teaching experience
  • Omitting STEM outreach activities
  • Failing to show support for girls and women in STEM
  • Submitting incomplete financial information
  • Missing the November 7 applicant deadline
  • Assuming referees also have the November 7 deadline
  • Waiting until the last day to submit

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

What is the Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship?

It is a fellowship programme supporting women from eligible low- and middle-income countries to pursue PhD or postdoctoral STEM research abroad.

When are applications open?

Applications opened on:

๐Ÿ“… 1 SEPTEMBER 2026.

When do applications close?

๐Ÿšจ 7 NOVEMBER 2026 AT 12:00 NOON CST โ€” UTC-6.

When are reference letters due?

๐Ÿ“… 14 NOVEMBER 2026.

How much funding is available?

Up to:

๐Ÿ’ฐ US$50,000 PER YEAR FOR PhD STUDENTS

and:

๐Ÿ’ฐ US$40,000 PER YEAR FOR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHERS.

Is the grant fully funded?

It can cover a substantial range of actual eligible costs, but the award is calculated according to individual expenses and should not automatically be described as a guaranteed fixed โ€œfull scholarship.โ€

Does the Fellowship fund Masterโ€™s degrees?

โŒ NO.

Only PhD and postdoctoral research are funded.

Which disciplines are eligible?

STEM fields, with particular encouragement for:

Physical Sciences

Engineering

Computer Science

and:

Mathematics.

Can applicants already studying abroad apply?

โœ… YES.

Current PhD or postdoctoral researchers abroad may apply.

Can applicants study in their home country?

Generally no.

The programme is designed for study or research abroad, except certain eligible sandwich arrangements.

Is there an age limit?

โŒ NO.

Can African women apply?

โœ… YES, if their country appears on the eligible-country list.

Can Zimbabwean women apply?

โœ… YES.

Zimbabwe appears on the Foundationโ€™s current published eligible-country list.

Are Nigerian women eligible?

Nigeria does not appear on the current published eligibility list shown on the Foundation website, so applicants should not assume eligibility and should check the live portal before applying.

Is South Africa eligible?

South Africa does not appear on the current published eligible-country list. Applicants should verify the latest live list before applying.

Is teaching experience important?

โœ… YES.

The programme specifically asks for a proven teaching record in the applicantโ€™s home country.

Must successful Fellows return home?

Applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to return to their home country or region after completing their studies.

Can the fellowship be renewed?

โœ… YES, POTENTIALLY.

Renewal is subject to progress, references and Foundation approval.

When will results be released?

Normally by:

๐Ÿ“… THE END OF MARCH 2027.

๐Ÿš€ Final Thoughts

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ. The Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028 provide substantial support for women scientists and engineers from eligible developing and emerging economies who want to pursue advanced STEM research abroad.

Successful Fellows may receive up to:

๐Ÿ’ฐ US$50,000 PER YEAR FOR PhD STUDY

or:

๐Ÿ’ฐ US$40,000 PER YEAR FOR POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH.

The programme is particularly interested in women working in fields such as:

โš›๏ธ PHYSICAL SCIENCES

โš™๏ธ ENGINEERING

๐Ÿ’ป COMPUTER SCIENCE

and:

โž— MATHEMATICS.

Strong applicants need more than excellent grades.

They must also demonstrate:

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ teaching experience

๐ŸŒ research relevance to their home country

๐Ÿ  a credible return-home plan

๐Ÿค leadership and community engagement

Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships 2027โ€“2028: Applications Close on 7 November ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒ

and:

๐Ÿ‘ง a track record of encouraging girls and women into STEM.

For Zimbabwean women in STEM, the opportunity is particularly relevant because:

๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ผ ZIMBABWE IS INCLUDED IN THE CURRENT PUBLISHED ELIGIBLE-COUNTRY LIST.

Applications close on:

๐Ÿšจ 7 NOVEMBER 2026 AT 12:00 NOON CST โ€” UTC-6

with references due by:

๐Ÿšจ 14 NOVEMBER 2026.

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๐Ÿ”‘ Key Details

Organisation: Schlumberger Foundation
Programme: Faculty for the Future
Cycle: 2027โ€“2028
Applicant Group: Women from Eligible Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Study Level: PhD or Postdoctoral Research
Masterโ€™s Funding: Not Available
Fields: STEM
Priority Disciplines: Physical Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science & Mathematics
PhD Funding: Up to US$50,000 Per Year
Postdoc Funding: Up to US$40,000 Per Year
Initial Duration: One Academic Year
Renewal: Possible but Not Automatic
Host Institution: Strong University / Research Institute Abroad
Host University Application: Must Already Have Been Submitted
Academic Record: Excellent
Teaching Experience: Required
Leadership: Required
Community Outreach: Required
Women in STEM Advocacy: Required
Return-Home Commitment: Required
English: Sufficient for Interview and Fellowship Network
Age Limit: None
Zimbabwe: Eligible on Current Published List
Applications Opened: September 1, 2026
Application Deadline: November 7, 2026
Deadline Time: 12:00 Noon CST (UTC-6)
Reference Deadline: November 14, 2026
Results: Expected by End of March 2027
Status: Applications Open

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