Each year, Rotary selects individuals from around the world to receive fully funded academic fellowships at one of the peace centers.
These fellowships cover tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship/field study expenses. Two types of peace fellowships are available.
Master's Degree
We offer master’s degree fellowships at premier universities in fields related to peace and conflict resolution and prevention. Programs last 15–24 months and require a practical internship of 2–3 months during the academic break. Each year we award up to 50 master’s fellowships from these institutions:
- Duke University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, US
- International Christian University, Japan
- University of Bradford, UK
- University of Queensland, Australia
- Uppsala University, Sweden
Professional Development Certificate
For those with more extensive experience in peace-related fields, we offer a 3-month program in peace and conflict resolution at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand. This program incorporates 2–3 weeks of field study. We award up to 50 certificates each year.
Eligibility Criteria
We select fellows from around the world, based on their ability to have a significant, positive impact on the world. To be considered for a peace fellowship, we look for:
- A strong commitment to international understanding and peace, demonstrated through professional and academic achievements and personal and community service
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (at a minimum) with strong academic achievement
- Relevant work experience:
- For master’s degree—3 years paid or unpaid
- For professional development certificate—5 years and current full-time employment in a mid- to upper-level position
- Proficiency in English for both fellowship types and in a second language for master’s degree
For more information and application please visit the Rotary Peace Fellowships page.
