If you are planning to study abroad with financial support, the McDonald Fellowship is one of the best opportunities available for international students. This scholarship provides fully funded programs across a wide range of fields. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the McDonald Fellowship, including its benefits, eligibility criteria, required documents, and a detailed step-by-step application process to help you apply successfully.
McDonald Fellowships (2027-2028) are available for postdoctoral researchers. The fellowship consists of a two-year grant, around £55,000 GBP per year, and one return flight to the host country.
The McDonald Fellowship enables early-career multiple sclerosis researchers from low- and middle-income countries to work in a research institution outside of their country. Following the award, we expect applicants to be able to use the newly developed expertise and networks, continuing to undertake MS research and patient care in low- and middle-income countries.
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
- Institution: McDonald’s
- Study Destination: Can be a neighboring country or the participant’s home country
- Opportunity Focus Areas: Multiple Sclerosis
- Program Period: Two years
The McDonald Fellowships application Deadline
The application deadline for the McDonald Fellowships is 1st December 2026.
Scholarship Coverage
McDonald Fellowships will provide the recipient with the following benefits:
- The fellowship payment is a two-year grant, consisting of 55,000 EUR per year, paid to the host institution and then used to pay the fellow.
- The Fellowship will also cover one return flight to the host country.
Eligibility Criteria for McDonald Fellowships
To qualify for McDonald Fellowships, a candidate must fulfill all of the following requirements:
- Required Language(s): English
- Eligible Countries: International students from low- or middle-income countries
- A candidate has to be at least a master’s student, a PhD, or an MD.
- A candidate is also eligible if he or she is working on multiple sclerosis in another low- or middle-income country.
- Since the application will be submitted jointly by the applicant and the host institute, a candidate must select their host institute, either in their home country or in a neighboring country, before applying if travel is allowed.
- Working or studying in a low- or middle-income country (all countries with a low, lower middle, or upper middle income as defined by the World Bank) at the time of nomination
- Working or studying in another country on a project that started within the six months before nomination
- Studying in another country on a project supported by an MS International Federation grant
How to Apply for McDonald Fellowships
Please follow the application instructions below to apply for McDonald Fellowships.
- Complete all sections of the online application form
- The host needs to provide a supporting statement at the end of the application. *
- Add names and contact details of 3 referees, including the applicant’s current supervisor or employer
- Ask referees to submit reference letters to research{at}msif{dot}org before the deadline
Website
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