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Schlumberger Foundation PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship for Women from Developing Countries
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##### Each year, The Faculty for the Future Fellowships awards women from developing economies who are preparing for PhD or postdoctoral study the chance to study at top universities for their disciplines abroad. Read on to know if your subject area qualifies for the opportunity.
The Schlumberger Foundation’s Faculty of the Future opens PhD and postdoctoral fellowships for women in developing countries in areas of physical sciences and other related disciplines.
**Application deadline:** November 5, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the Schlumberger Foundation Fellowship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/schlumberger-foundation-phd-and-postdoctoral-fellowship-for-women-from-developing-countries/#h-benefits-of-the-schlumberger-foundation-fellowship)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Women from Developing Countries](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/schlumberger-foundation-phd-and-postdoctoral-fellowship-for-women-from-developing-countries/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-women-from-developing-countries)
- [How to Apply for a PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/schlumberger-foundation-phd-and-postdoctoral-fellowship-for-women-from-developing-countries/#h-how-to-apply-for-a-phd-and-postdoctoral-fellowship)
## Benefits of the Schlumberger Foundation Fellowship
Women beneficiaries will be awarded based on actual costs of studying and living, depending on their chosen locations.
As a benchmark, the Schlumberger Foundation shall allot $50,000 for PhD recipients and $40,000 for postdoctoral fellows.
Grants may be renewed through to completion of studies subject to performance, self-evaluation, and recommendations from supervisors.
## Eligibility Criteria for Women from Developing Countries
Women from developing countries hoping to land a PhD or postdoctoral fellowship must first meet the following requirements before being qualified to apply for the opportunity:
- Be a citizen of a developing country or emerging economy;
- Wish to pursue a PhD degree or Post-doctoral research in the physical sciences or related disciplines;
- Have applied to, have been admitted to, or are currently enrolled in a university/research institute abroad;
- Wish to return to their home country to continue their academic career upon completion of their studies;
- Be very committed to teaching and demonstrate active participation in faculty life and outreach work to encourage young women into the sciences;
- Hold an excellent academic record.
## How to Apply for a PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship
Interested parties may apply through the Schlumberger Foundation’s Faculty of the Future [website](https://www.fftf.slb.com/). **PLEASE USE FIREFOX or CHROME browsers to access this website.**
If you are a **New Applicant** and believe you meet all the [**eligibility criteria**](https://www.fftf.slb.com/Summary_Eligibility_Criteria.pdf), please [register here](https://www.fftf.slb.com/Registration.aspx) for an account. On the other hand, if you are a **Renewal Applicant,** please enter your login details instead.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the PhD level
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Schlumberger Foundation PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship for Women from Developing Countries?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the PhD level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the Schlumberger Foundation PhD and Postdoctoral Fellowship for Women from Developing Countries fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.