Einstein Fellowship 2026 (Fully Funded in Germany)

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Are you a young researcher looking for an extraordinary opportunity to explore a new field?

The Einstein Fellowship Program 2026 in Germany is now open for applications! This fully funded fellowship invites exceptional minds from across the globe to conduct innovative research in a field different from their previous work. Hosted at Einstein’s Summer House in Caputh, Brandenburg, this six-month fellowship provides an intellectually stimulating environment to foster creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration.

About the Einstein Fellowship Program 2026

Host Country: Germany
Location: Einstein Summer House, Caputh, Brandenburg
Duration: 5 to 6 Months
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: 15th May 2025

Why Apply for the Einstein Fellowship?

This fellowship, funded by the Einstein Forum and the Wittenstein Foundation, is designed to support young scholars who are passionate about exploring new areas of research. It does not require IELTS or TOEFL, and there is no application fee. Fellows will have the chance to live in Einstein’s Garden Cottage, an inspiring location steeped in history and intellectual legacy.

Financial Benefits

Selected candidates will receive:

€10,000 stipend to cover living expenses
Round-trip airfare to and from Germany
Free accommodation at Einstein’s Summer House
Family members are welcome, though their travel costs are not covered

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Einstein Fellowship, you must meet the following criteria:

Open to applicants from all nationalities
Under 35 years old at the time of application
Hold a university degree in humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences
Your research proposal must be in a different field from your previous work (e.g., different from your master’s thesis or published papers)