The Robert S. McNamara Fellowship Program was established in 1982 to honor the former President of the World Bank through contributions from the World Bank and the governments of Bangladesh, China, India, Kuwait, Kuwait,,, Nigeria, Kuwait, Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria, Kuwait, Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria, Nigeria, Pakistan, Pakistan, Peru, and former Yugoslavia in 1982.

Each year, the program offers grants of up to $25,000 for doctoral students from developing countries to enable them to conduct innovative doctoral research related to development under the supervision of a research advisor at a host institution abroad. Recipients must commit to returning to their home country when their fellowship ends in order to complete and work on their doctorate.

The 2015 World Bank call for applications for the Robert S. McNamara Scholarships is now open, and will close on Wednesday, February 11, 2015. Visit the “How to Apply” page for more information on preparing your application.