Support the InstituteA year of intensive study and project development for individuals of all ages — supported by a $30,000 stipend, mentorship, and two paid Institute visits.
Fellows should plan to commit approximately 1,000 hours across the Fellowship year (roughly 20 hours per week). This is designed to support steady progress with clear milestones over the full Fellowship cycle.
It is primarily virtual, but there are two required in-person Institute meetings during the year.
Yes. You can apply from and live anywhere in the world and still be considered for a Bergel Fellowship.
If you are selected and traveling from outside the United States, you are responsible for obtaining any required visa or travel authorization. The Fellowship is primarily virtual, but attendance at the in-person Institute meetings is required, so please consider your ability to travel before applying.
No. Applicants do not need to be enrolled in or associated with any academic program, nor do they have to have a degree of any kind. We are just as interested in your experience and ability to carry out the project you propose.
Yes. You may choose one of the listed sample topics or propose your own, as long as it fits one of the six areas of focus and aligns with the Institute's goals.
Yes. If you are interested in more than one Fellowship, please submit a complete, full application for each Fellowship for which you want to be considered. Each application should be tailored to one specific Fellowship topic.
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