Applications are now open for the 2026 Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowship, a prestigious award supporting women advancing careers in aerospace engineering and space sciences.
Named after legendary aviator Amelia Earhart, the fellowship is designed to close the gender gap in the aerospace field and encourage more women to pursue leadership in traditionally male-dominated industries.
Since its establishment in 1938, the program has awarded fellowships to more than 1,700 women from 77 countries, helping them break new ground in science and aviation. The fellowship is funded through generous contributions to the Zonta Foundation for Women.
Who Can Apply
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Open to women of any nationality.
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Must be enrolled in or applying to a PhD/doctoral programme in aerospace engineering or space sciences.
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Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance.
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Candidates must be registered in a full-time PhD programme by April 15, 2026.
Fellowship Details
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Award Amount: $10,000 (USD), awarded annually.
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Use of Funds: May be applied toward tuition, books, travel or living expenses.
How to Apply
Apply online here.
Application Deadline: November 15, 2025
The 2026 Zonta International Amelia Earhart Fellowship is now accepting applications from women aspiring to advance their careers in aerospace engineering and space sciences. Named after pioneering aviator Amelia Earhart, the fellowship aims to reduce the gender divide in these traditionally male-dominated fields by encouraging female leadership. Established in 1938, the fellowship has supported over 1,700 women from 77 countries and is funded by contributions to the Zonta Foundation for Women.
Eligible candidates must be women of any nationality who are enrolled in or applying to a PhD or doctoral program in aerospace engineering or space sciences. Applicants are expected to display strong academic performance and be registered in a full-time PhD program by April 15, 2026. Each fellowship awards $10,000 (USD) annually, which can be used for tuition, books, travel, or living expenses. Applications are to be submitted online by the deadline of November 15, 2025.
