Rotary Peace Fellowship
Rotary Peace Fellowships fund study at Rotary Peace Centers for people working on peace, development, and conflict resolution. It is niche — and heavily searched by the right audience every year.
Rotary International · Multiple Rotary Peace Centers worldwide · Masters or professional development certificate · Full (fellowship package)
What it is
A fellowship supporting a master’s degree or a shorter professional development certificate at designated Rotary Peace Centers, plus practical peacebuilding training elements.
Who it is for
Applicants with work experience in peace and development fields who meet academic requirements for the master’s track or professional requirements for the certificate track. Rotary club endorsement is part of the process.
What funding usually covers
Tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and internship/field study expenses are typically covered as described by Rotary for that cohort.
How to apply
- Review track options and Peace Center locations.
- Contact a local Rotary club early for endorsement guidance.
- Complete the online fellowship application with essays and references.
- Submit by Rotary’s annual deadline and follow district/club steps.
Documents people commonly need
- Application essays
- CV showing relevant experience
- Academic transcripts for master’s track
- Recommendations
- Rotary endorsement materials
Typical timeline
Applications commonly close in May for programmes beginning the following year. Club and district steps can add lead time — do not start in the last week.
Practical tips
- Show peacebuilding work with outcomes, not only job titles.
- Build a Rotary relationship before you need a signature.
- Pick the track that matches your experience level honestly.
Common questions
Is this only for career diplomats?
No. Rotary looks for professionals and practitioners with relevant experience in peace, development, education, human rights, and related fields. Read the experience requirements for each track.
Official source
Rules and deadlines change. Read the current call on the official site before you apply.
Last reviewed for this guide: 2026-08-09.
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