Following the successful completion of the Summer Programs in Europe in 2025, which had a huge impact on applicants around the world, we at Opportunities Corner have now compiled a list of the best Fellowship Programs in Europe in 2025/26. These Fellowships in Europe are open to applicants from around the world. The Programs are open to conducting Research at a European Institute or in a University for a Period of 3 to 12 Months. A big reason why European fellowships are popular is the generous money they offer. Most Programs offer a Good Salary, Stipend, Health Insurance, Transport, Accommodation, and Return Airfare Tickets. Dive into Europe’s vibrant culture with an unforgettable Fellowship in Switzerland, Portugal, France, the Netherlands, Ireland, Germany, etc. The list of the Best Fully Funded Fellowship Programs in Europe is below.
List of Best Fellowship Programs in Europe in 2025/26 for International Students
- Host Countries: European
- Duration: 1 to 12 Months
- Program Name: Fellowships
- Deadline: Every Post has a different Deadline
Below, you’ll find each program’s name, a brief introduction, key points, and a link to the official website for detailed information. Please take your time to read everything carefully, determine if a program aligns with your field of interest, and then apply.
1) University of Bonn International Fellowship 2026 in Germany
- Host Country: Germany
- Duration of Fellowship: 12 Days
- Institute Name: University of Bonn
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 22nd September 2025
- Link: University of Bonn International Fellowship
2) KWI International Fellowship 2026 in Germany
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: KWI Institute
- Duration: 6 Months
- Fellowship Dates: April to Sept 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: August 29, 2025
- Link: KWI International Fellowship
3) EPFL CYD Fellowship 2025/26 in Switzerland
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Location: EPFL, ETH Zurich, Thun
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 20th August 2025
- Link: EPFL CYD Fellowship
4) Max Planck Doucet Scholarship 2026 in Germany
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: Frankfurt
- Duration: 3 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 15th September 2025
- Link: Max Planck Doucet Scholarship
5) ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026 in Austria
- Host Country: Austria
- Location: Klosterneuburg
- University Name: Institute of Science and Technology Austria
- Fellowship Duration: 2 Years
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 15th September 2025
- Link: ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
6) ETH Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025/26 in Switzerland
- Host Country: Switzerland
- Location: ETH University
- Duration: 2 Years
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 1st September 2025
- Link: ETH Postdoctoral Fellowship
7) Ireland Fellows Program 2026/27 (Fully Funded Scholarship)
- Host Country: Ireland
- Duration of Fellowship: One Year
- Program Type: Master’s Degree Program
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline for Initial Application: July 25, 2025
- Stage 2 Application Deadline: 17th Oct 2025
- Link: Ireland Fellows Program
8) IWM Digital Humanism Fellowship 2026 in Austria
- Host Country: Austria
- Location: Vienna
- Duration: One to Three Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 21st September 2025
- Link: IWM Digital Humanism Fellowship
9) Asia in the World Fellowship 2026/27 (Fully Funded)
- Host Country: Netherlands
- Fellowship Name: Asia in the World Fellowship
- Location: Leiden University, and Co-Host Institute
- Duration: 12 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 15th September 2025
- Link: Asia in the World Fellowship
10) Commonwealth Professional Fellowship 2026 in UK
- Host Country: UK
- Location: Fellows will be placed in Different UK-based organisations
- Level: Mid Career Professional
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Fellowship Duration: Six weeks to three Months
- Deadline: 22nd August 2025
- Link: Commonwealth Professional Fellowship
11) NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship 2026 in the Netherlands
- Host Country: Netherlands
- Location: Amsterdam
- Duration: 5 Months
- Dates: September to January or February to June, 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 31st December 2025
- Link: NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship
Note: I will keep adding new international Fellowship programs in Europe to this list. Please stay updated and join our WhatsApp Groups. For more programs like this, follow our categories:
