Einstein Fellowship 2027

The Einstein Fellowship 2027, offered by the Einstein Forum in partnership with the Wittenstein Foundation, is a prestigious fully funded international program that supports outstanding young thinkers to pursue innovative, interdisciplinary projects outside their main field of study, inspired by the legacy of Albert Einstein. The fellowship lasts 5–6 months and takes place in Caputh, Germany, where the selected fellow resides in Einstein’s historic summerhouse near Berlin and Potsdam. It is designed not for continuing academic work like a PhD, but for developing original, unconventional ideas that cross disciplines. The program provides a €10,000 stipend, free accommodation, and travel cost reimbursement, along with access to academic networks and intellectual communities in Germany. To be eligible, applicants must be under 35, hold a university degree, and demonstrate exceptional intellectual ability and creativity. Applicants from all nationalities can apply, and a PhD is not required. Applications typically require a CV, a 2-page project proposal, and two recommendation letters. The project must be original and different from previous work. During the fellowship, the fellow works independently while engaging with scholars and institutions. At the end, they are required to present their project through a public lecture. Overall, the Einstein Fellowship 2027 is a highly competitive opportunity aimed at fostering creative, cross-disciplinary thinking and global intellectual exchange.