Rotary Peace Fellowships Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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**Review Eligibility:** Thoroughly check all eligibility requirements and restrictions on the official Rotary website.
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**Research Peace Centers:** Explore the curriculum and programs offered at each Rotary Peace Center. Master's degree applicants must rank two preferred centers.
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**Prepare Documents:** Gather all required application materials, including your resume/CV, two recommendations, personal statement video, essays, academic transcripts (for Master's), and English proficiency test scores (if applicable).
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**Submit Online Application:** The application for the 2026-2027 academic year will open in February 2026. Submit your complete online application in English by May 15, 2026.
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**Obtain District Endorsement:** Connect with your local Rotary district for an interview. Your application must be endorsed by the district, and the endorsement must be submitted to The Rotary Foundation by July 1, 2026.
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**Await Selection Results:** You will be notified of selection results in November 2026. If selected, you will be informed of your assigned Peace Center.
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**Apply to University:** After selection, you must apply for admission to your designated Rotary Peace Center university and meet all of its specific admission requirements. Being selected for the fellowship does not guarantee university admission.
FAQs for Rotary Peace Fellowships
Q.When does the application period for the 2026-2027 Rotary Peace Fellowship open and close?
Applications for the 2026-2027 academic year will open in February 2026. Candidates must submit their applications by May 15, 2026, and district endorsements are due by July 1, 2026.
Q.Is the Rotary Peace Fellowship a full scholarship, and what does it cover?
Yes, it is a fully funded fellowship. It covers tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses.
Q.Can I apply to study in my home country, especially the United States?
Fellows can only be assigned to a Rotary Peace Center outside of their home country or country of permanent residence. For applicants from the United States, this means they cannot apply to the Duke University and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Peace Center.
Q.Do I need to be accepted into a university before applying for the Rotary Peace Fellowship?
No, you should not apply to any Rotary Peace Center university partner until Rotary notifies you that you have been selected for the fellowship. If you are selected, you will then need to apply for and gain admission to your assigned university.