Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship 2026 is a partially funded scholarship for international students.
This scholarship is valued at a maximum of USD 50,000 per year for a PhD and a maximum of USD 40,000 per year for a Post-doc and may be renewed through to completion of studies.
The Faculty for the Future program, launched in 2004, awards fellowships to women from developing and emerging economies to pursue PhD or Post-doctoral research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at leading universities worldwide.
The program’s long-term goal is to generate conditions that result in more women pursuing scientific careers by lowering the barriers women face when entering STEM disciplines, thus reducing the gender gap.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: PhD (Doctoral) / Postdoctoral
- Institution(s): Leading universities worldwide
- Study in: Any Country
- Opportunity Focus Areas: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics and Biology
- Deadline: November 10, 2025
Scholarship Coverage
Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships will provide the recipient with the following benefits:
- Faculty for the Future grants are based on actual costs for eligible expenses up to a maximum of USD 50,000 per year for a PhD and a maximum of USD 40,000 per year for a Post-doc and may be renewed through to completion of studies.
- Renewal grants are subject to performance, self-evaluation, recommendations from supervisors and strong evidence of reintegration plans in the home country.
Eligibility Criteria for Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships
To qualify for Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships, candidates must fulfil all of the following requirements:
- Required Language: English.
- Eligible Countries: All countries.
- are a female and are a citizen of a developing country or emerging economy*. You are not eligible to apply if you hold dual citizenship, of which one is the citizenship of a developed country. (N.B. If you have been awarded a Faculty for the Future grant and, after the award, you obtain citizenship of a developed country, the grant will be discontinued as of the date of such additional citizenship);
- are preparing for a PhD degree or post-doctoral research in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Awards in biological sciences are limited to interdisciplinary research between physical and biological sciences. The Faculty for the Future program does not fund Master level studies.
- are enrolled, admitted or have applied to a host university/research institute abroad (applications are no longer accepted where a candidate has not yet applied to a university). If you are applying for a sandwich course the final degree must be awarded by the Host University abroad (i.e., not from the home country university);
- hold an excellent academic record;
- have a proven track record of teaching experience or can demonstrate commitment to teaching;
- can demonstrate active PARTICIPATION in faculty life and outreach programs to encourage young women into the sciences;
- are willing to contribute to the socio-economic development of your home country and region by strengthening the faculties in your home university, pursuing relevant research, or using your specific expertise to address public policy matters.
How to Apply for Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships?
Please follow the following application instructions to Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships:
- Create your own account.
- Validate your account from a verification message sent to your e-mail, check your e-mail.
- Log in to your account.
- Press ”Your Application” for 2026.
- Complete your online application form and attach the required documents, then submit.
Website
To know more about Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowships, please visit the official website
What I find particularly compelling is the focus on supporting PhD and postdoctoral research, while directly addressing one of the biggest barriers—gender disparity in STEM—by helping women from developing and emerging economies access world-class education and leadership opportunities.
The eligibility conditions are clear and fair. It’s amazing that they’re looking for women with excellent academic records who are already enrolled in, accepted to, or have applied to a host university abroad. The catch that dual citizens of developed countries aren’t eligible—and that gaining such citizenship after the award would terminate support—underlines how committed the program is to its goal of empowering scientists from developing nations.
I also appreciate how proud the article makes the program’s impact feel. It mentions a truly impressive network: nearly 1,000 Fellows from 95 countries, and offers up to USD 50,000 per year for PhD study or USD 40,000 per year for postdoctoral work, covering tuition, living costs, travel, conferences, and even childcare under certain conditions.
Importantly, the article doesn’t gloss over the expectations—fellows are encouraged to return home afterward and contribute to their communities through teaching, research, entrepreneurship, or policy development. That emphasis on “paying it forward” positions the fellowship as much more than financial aid—it’s a commitment to global change.