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American Doctoral Fellowship
Funding for women pursuing doctoral studies
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The American Doctoral Fellowship provides a $25,000 stipend to support women pursuing doctoral studies. It supports one year of study and may cover tuition, fees, books, supplies, and living expenses, including childcare.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Full-time doctoral study
- Completion of dissertation research and writing
Documents Needed
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of degree earned to date
- Official transcripts
- Proof of admission or current enrollment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women pursuing doctoral studies
- Applicants in all fields of study
- Applicants in Ph.D., Ed.D., D.B.A., and other listed doctoral programs
Who is not eligible
- Current AAUW Board members, employees, and review panelists
- Immediate family members of the above individuals
- Applicants for another national AAUW fellowship or grant in the same year
- Previous national AAUW fellowship or grant recipients
- Applicants working on a master’s degree during the fellowship year
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and fees
- Books and supplies required for coursework
- Housing, food, and other living expenses
- Childcare expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Research assistants
- Previous expenditures, deficits, or repayment of personal loans
- Publication costs
- Tuition for dependents’ education
- Tuition for non-required extra coursework
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed for completeness and eligibility.
- Complete and eligible applications are evaluated by independent review panels.
- Funding recommendations are subject to final AAUW approval.
- Selected applicants must complete the award acceptance process before status is final.
Additional information
- Applications open in August 2026.
- Applicants may list up to five programs and institutions.
- All listed programs must be for the same doctoral degree and field.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the American Doctoral Fellowship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the American Doctoral Fellowship. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the American Doctoral Fellowship?
The American Doctoral Fellowship provides a $25,000 stipend to support women pursuing doctoral studies. It supports one year of study and may cover tuition, fees, books, supplies, and living expenses, including childcare.
How much funding can be received?
American Doctoral Fellowship Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the American Doctoral Fellowship program?
To be eligible for the American Doctoral Fellowship program, you must:
Women pursuing a first doctoral degree
U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Enrolled at an eligible institution
What expenses are eligible under American Doctoral Fellowship?
Full-time doctoral study
Completion of dissertation research and writing
Who can I contact for more information about the American Doctoral Fellowship?
You can contact American Association of University Women (AAUW) by email at awards@aauw.org.
Where is the American Doctoral Fellowship available?
The American Doctoral Fellowship program is available across Canada.
Is the American Doctoral Fellowship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
American Doctoral Fellowship is a Grant and Funding