Scholarship
IGC Sierra Leone Early-Career Local Researcher Fellowship
A fellowship program designed to support early-career researchers in Sierra Leone, fostering local expertise in economic growth and policy-relevant research.
About this scholarship
IGC Sierra Leone Early-Career Local Researcher Fellowship is offered by International Growth Centre (IGC) for study in Sierra Leone at master and phd level. The award is valued at Varies, provided as other support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Varies. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. Eligible study areas include Economics and Public Policy. Nationality requirements apply: Sierra Leone.
Eligibility
Early-career researchers based in Sierra Leone.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-12-31. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Fields of study
Economics and Public Policy
Nationality requirements
Sierra Leone
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- International Growth Centre (IGC)
- Study destination
- Sierra Leone
- Eligible applicant countries
- Sierra Leone
- Award
- Varies
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Fields of study
- Economics and Public Policy
- Nationality
- Sierra Leone
- Deadline
- Open · 2026-12-31
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20