Apply by Sept 5.

Apply Now for the Fully-Funded University of California (UC) Berkeley Visiting Fellowships for African Scholars – 2026. Are you an early- to mid-career academic or researcher based in Africa holding a PhD? The University of California, Berkeley’s Center for African Studies, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is offering two fully-funded Visiting Fellowships for the Spring 2026 semester. This prestigious opportunity allows you to conduct independent research, finalize a major academic project, and contribute to mentoring the Mastercard Foundation Scholars at UC Berkeley. If you’re passionate about African research and strengthening scholarly networks, this is your chance to engage with a world-class academic community! The application deadline is September 5, 2025.