Applications are now officially open for the Rotary Peace Fellowship 2027-28, one of the world’s most prestigious fully funded international fellowship programs focused on peacebuilding and sustainable development. Open to candidates of all nationalities, the program will award 170 fully funded fellowships for the 2027–28 academic cycle.

The Rotary Peace Fellowship aims to develop future leaders equipped with the skills, knowledge, and global exposure needed to promote peace, conflict resolution, and development at local and international levels.

Programs and Host Countries

Successful applicants can pursue either a Master’s Degree or a Professional Development Certificate, depending on their academic and professional background.

Master’s Programs – Host Countries:

• Australia
• England
• Japan
• Sweden
• United States

Certificate Programs – Host Countries:

• Türkiye
• Uganda
• India

The master’s programs last between 15 and 24 months, while the professional development certificate program runs for one year.

Financial Benefits: Fully Funded Fellowship

The Rotary Peace Fellowship is fully funded, covering all major expenses, including:

• Full tuition fees
• Room and board
• Round-trip international airfare
• Internship and field-study costs
• Health insurance

This comprehensive funding allows fellows to focus entirely on academic and professional growth without financial stress.

Partner Universities for Master’s Programs

Rotary Peace Fellows will study at one of the following internationally recognized institutions:

• Duke University & University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (USA)
• International Christian University, Tokyo (Japan)
• University of Bradford (England)
• University of Queensland, Brisbane (Australia)
• Uppsala University (Sweden)

Universities for Certificate Programs

• Makerere University, Kampala (Uganda)
• Bahçeşehir University (BAU), Istanbul (Türkiye)
• Symbiosis International University, Pune (India)

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Open to all nationalities
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Strong academic record
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience for master’s programs
• Minimum 5 years of experience for certificate programs
• Demonstrated leadership potential and commitment to peace
• At least three years gap between last degree completion and fellowship start date

Application Deadline and Process

• Deadline: 15 May 2026
• Application Mode: Online through the official Rotary website

Applicants must submit their applications directly via Rotary International’s official portal.