WWF Russell E. Train Fellowships (2025-2026)

The WWF Russell E. Train Fellowships support individuals from developing countries pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees in conservation-related fields. The program empowers future leaders in environmental science, policy, and sustainability by offering financial support for graduate studies and field research.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: December 18, 2025
2. Value: Up to $30,000 per year (for up to 3 years)
3. Study Level: Master’s, PhD
4. Sponsor: World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
5. Eligible Countries: Belize, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chile, Colombia, Democratic 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, Zambia

Eligibility Criteria for WWF Russell E. Train Fellowships (2025-2026)

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

1. Must be a national of an eligible country.
2. Must have at least two years of conservation-related work, research, or academic experience.
3. Must have an existing affiliation with a university or college in an eligible country, and demonstrate collaboration or strategic partnerships with national or regional institutions.
4. Priority will be given to applicants affiliated with underserved universities.
5. Must show a strong commitment to working in academia in an eligible country, including mentorship of early-career conservation leaders or scientists.
6. Must be enrolled in or admitted to a PhD program, either in-country or internationally.
7. Must plan to begin studies no later than January 2027.
8. WWF employees, consultants, or previous EFN grant recipients must contact EFN before applying to confirm eligibility.
9. Must submit all required application documents by the deadline: December 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM US Eastern Time.

Benefits of WWF Russell E. Train Fellowships (2025-2026)

1. Up to $30,000 in annual funding
2. Renewable for up to 3 years
3. Support for tuition, research, and living expenses
4. Global recognition and networking within the conservation community

How to Apply

Applicants can access the online application and guidelines at www.worldwildlife.org/efn. Applicants may apply in English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese. The application deadline is December 18, 2025 by 11:59 PM US Eastern Time.

For more details, visit WWF Fellowships webpage

Application Deadline

December 18, 2025

Application Link(s)

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