We are here with some exciting news – one of the most renowned fellowship programs in the United States of America is finally open for applications. You heard it right! Applications are open for the Harvard Rowland Fellowship Program for the 2026 session. The Rowland Institute at Harvard has recently announced its prestigious “Rowland Fellows Program” through its official portal and is seeking applications from outstanding early-career professionals in the fields related to science and engineering.
The fellows programme is exclusively designed for applicants currently in the process of completing their PhD degree programs or who have already secured their PhD degree after May 1, 2025. Applicants from all around the world are invited to apply and have an opportunity to immerse themselves in cutting-edge research in the rich intellectual environment of Cambridge, Massachusetts. The duration of the fellowship is 5 years, which is scheduled to start either in September or December 2026.
No Application Fee will be charged to any candidates while applying for the fellows programme. Applicants meeting the criteria need to submit their applications before August 15th, 2025. Read more details about the Harvard Rowland Fellowship, requirements, benefits, and application process below.Â
Details About the Harvard Rowland Fellowship 2026
| Country | United States of America |
|---|---|
| Institute | The Rowland Institute, Harvard |
| Location | Cambridge, Massachusetts |
| Program | Fellowship |
| Duration | 5 years |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | August 15th, 2025 |
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Fellowship Benefits
- Fellows will have principal investigator rights to lead their research programs
- Establish their labs in the rich intellectual environment of Cambridge
- Generous funding starting at $225,000 to cover lab operations, hiring, and travel
- Fellows will receive a competitive stipend starting at $89,999/year
- Opportunity to teach undergraduate students for at least one semester
- Fellows will receive technical support for experimental design and setup
- In-person mentorship and training from the renowned researchers
- Full access to the core facilities of Harvard’s advanced research centers
Who can Apply?
Applicants fulfilling the following criteria are eligible for the fellowship
- The Rowland fellows programme is open for both US and Non-Citizens
- Individuals must have completed their doctoral degree before starting of fellowship
- Applicants must have secured their degree from an accredited institute
- Applicants must be in the process of completing their PhD or have already received their PhD after May 1, 2024.
- Proposed research must be focused on the areas of science or engineering, including (Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, Neuroscience, etc)
Required Documents
- An “Elevator Pitch” that describes your research goals (Max 250 words)
- Statement of Research (Max 3 Pages, including references)
- An Updated CV
- A Vision Statement (Max one page)
- Contact details of three of the four references
2026 Rowland Fellowships Application Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| August 15, 2025 | Application Closes |
| August 29, 2025 | Letters of recommendation due |
| Mid-September 2025 | Announcement of Ineligible Applicants |
| Mid-October 2025 | First-round Zoom interview invitations sent; rejections also notified |
| November 13–14, 2025 | Finalist visit to the Institute |
| Day 1: Symposium + research presentation | |
| Day 2: Interviews with Fellows, staff, and admissions committee | |
| Early December 2025 | Final selection decisions and notifications |
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How to Apply for the Rowland Fellows Program 2026?
Applicants interested in the fellowship need to apply online via the Harvard official website. For more details regarding the program and to apply, visit the official link below. Best of Luck.
APPLY FOR HARVARD ROWLAND FELLOWSHIP
Application Deadline: The application deadline for the 2026 Rowland Fellowships is Friday, August 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT. Make sure to submit your application before the mentioned due date.
