Rotary Peace Fellowships
Rotary International fellowships for peace and conflict resolution practitioners for master's degree study or professional development certificate programs at peace centers worldwide.
Overview
Rotary Peace Fellowships are awarded by Rotary International and its Rotary Foundation to outstanding individuals committed to peace and conflict resolution. The program offers two types of fellowships: academic fellowships for master's degree study (up to 24 months) at a Rotary Peace Center, and professional development certificate fellowships for experienced peace practitioners (3 months). Rotary Peace Centers are located at prestigious universities including University of Bradford (UK), Duke-UNC (US), International Christian University (Japan), University of Queensland (Australia), Uppsala University (Sweden), Chulalongkorn University (Thailand), and Makerere University (Uganda). Up to 130 fellows are selected annually.
What You Can Find Here
- Fully funded master's degree fellowships (up to 24 months) at Rotary Peace Centers
- Professional development certificate fellowships (3 months) for experienced practitioners
- Study at world-class universities in UK, US, Japan, Australia, Sweden, Thailand, and Uganda
- Full funding: tuition, room and board, transportation, and modest personal expenses
- Fieldwork component and experiential learning included in master's program
- Lifetime membership in the global Rotary Peace Fellows alumni network
Who Should Use This
- Experienced peace and development practitioners with at least 3 years of relevant experience
- Mid-career professionals working in conflict resolution, development, human rights, or humanitarian sectors
- Individuals with strong leadership potential and commitment to creating positive change
- Those who can demonstrate understanding of multicultural issues and a vision for contributing to peace
How to Get Started
- Step 1: Visit rotary.org/peacecenters to learn about fellowship types and Rotary Peace Center locations
- Step 2: Contact your local Rotary Club or Rotary District to begin the application process
- Step 3: Applications must be submitted through a local Rotary Club - you cannot apply directly to Rotary International
- Step 4: Prepare application materials including essays, 3 reference letters, and documentation of your peace/development experience
- Step 5: Shortlisted candidates are interviewed by district selection panels before final selection by The Rotary Foundation
Things to Check Before Applying
- Applications must be submitted through a local Rotary Club - start early to find a sponsoring club
- Rotary Peace Fellowships require at least 3 years of relevant professional or volunteer experience
- The academic fellowship is for master's degrees - it is not for PhD study
- Rotary members' immediate family members are ineligible for the fellowship
- Applications are competitive - typically 100-130 fellows selected from thousands of applicants worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a Rotary member to apply?
No. You do not need to be a Rotary member. You must apply through a local Rotary Club who will sponsor your application, but applicants are not Rotary members themselves (and current Rotary members' immediate families are ineligible).
Which Peace Center should I apply to?
Each Rotary Peace Center has specific focus areas and program structures. Research the centers and indicate preferences in your application. The Rotary Foundation assigns fellows to centers based on fit, capacity, and language skills.
What is the professional development certificate program?
The 3-month professional development certificate is for experienced peace practitioners (typically 5+ years) who want intensive training without a full degree. It includes fieldwork in a country different from the applicant's home country.
What disciplines/majors are the Rotary Peace Center master's programs?
Programs cover peace and conflict studies, conflict transformation, sustainable development, and related disciplines. Specific degree titles vary by university.
Can people from any country apply?
Yes. Rotary Peace Fellowships are global and open to applicants from any country. However, some restrictions apply based on Rotary membership rules in certain countries.
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