WWF Russell E. Train Fellowships 2026

Russell E. Train Fellowships support individuals pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in conservation and related fields. Each year, WWF supports committed conservation leaders and scientists from target countries to receive financial support for their studies and research.

To strengthen local capacity in Asia, Africa, and Latin America and Caribbean, WWF’s Russell E. Train Education for Nature Program (EFN) seeks to support current and aspiring faculty members to pursue their PhD in-country, regionally, or globally. The objective of this competitive fellowship is to advance the development of a critical mass of outstanding and well-trained experts, natural and social scientists, and practitioners who will continue to increase the learning, research, and engagement in conservation science and leadership.

• Table of Content
• About World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
• Russell E. Train Fellowships
• Requirements for Russell E. Train Fellowships Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Russell E. Train Fellowships
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Russell E. Train Fellowships

Requirements for Russell E. Train Fellowships Qualification

• The fellowship is open to nationals of eligible countries within WWF-US priority areas who are already enrolled/are interested in enrolling in a PhD program. Eligible countries include: Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chile, Colombia, Dem. Republic of Congo, Ecuador, Fiji, French Guiana, Gabon, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Indonesia, Kenya, Laos, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Paraguay, Peru, Republic of Congo, Suriname, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, and Zambia.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Russell E. Train Fellowships

• The deadline to apply is December 18, 2025 by 11:59 PM US Eastern Time. 
• Applicants may apply for up to three years of funding and request up to $30,000 per year.
• The amount of funding approved will vary. Accepted applicants will be notified by June 2026. Any questions about the application process or program should be directed to [email protected].

Check also:
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC 2027
Chevening Scholarship 2027

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit WWF Fellowships webpage