Scholarship
Leakey Foundation Research Grants
The Leakey Foundation provides research grants to support high-level scholars conducting research on human origins. Research is often conducted at significant sites throughout Africa, including locations in Ethiopia.
About this scholarship
Leakey Foundation Research Grants is offered by The Leakey Foundation at 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 phd level. Eligible study areas include Anthropology, Paleontology and Human Evolution. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Doctoral and post-doctoral students conducting research on human origins.
How to apply
Applications close on 2025-01-05. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Fields of study
Anthropology, Paleontology and Human Evolution
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
- The Leakey Foundation
- Award
- Varies
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Anthropology, Paleontology and Human Evolution
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Closed · 2025-01-05
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20