The Einstein Fellowship is an annual program awarded by the Einstein Forum and the Wittenstein Foundation to support outstanding young thinkers who are interested in pursuing innovative and interdisciplinary projects.
The fellowship provides a €10,000 stipend, accommodation in Einstein’s summerhouse, and reimbursement of travel expenses, allowing recipients to conduct research in a unique and inspiring environment.
This prestigious opportunity is aimed at young scholars who have demonstrated exceptional intellectual potential and wish to explore research outside their primary field of study—following in the spirit of Albert Einstein’s curiosity and interdisciplinary approach.
Program Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: Caputh, Brandenburg (Einstein’s summerhouse)
- Duration: 5-6 months
- Eligibility: Open to applicants from all countries
- Funding: Fully funded
- Stipend: €10,000
- Accommodation: Provided
- Travel Expenses: Covered
- IELTS Requirement: Not Required
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
About the Einstein Fellowship Program
The Einstein Fellowship was previously awarded by the Einstein Forum and the ZEIT-Stiftung Ebelin und Gerd Bucerius (2007 – 2009). Since 2010, it has been jointly awarded by the Einstein Forum and the Daimler and Benz Foundation.
The primary goal of the program is to support scholars who, in addition to excelling in their field of expertise, are open to interdisciplinary approaches. The fellowship is not intended for applicants who wish to complete an academic study they have already begun but rather for those who want to explore new and unique ideas.
Why Apply for the Einstein Fellowship?
This fellowship allows young scholars to:
✔ Engage in groundbreaking interdisciplinary research.
✔ Work in a historic location associated with Albert Einstein.
✔ Gain international recognition.
✔ Network with leading scholars and intellectuals.
✔ Present their research findings in a public lecture at the Einstein Forum and the Wittenstein Foundation.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the 2025 Einstein Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be under 35 years old.
- Hold a university degree in humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences.
- Submit a high-quality and original project proposal that is feasible and aligns with interdisciplinary research.
- Be willing to present their project at the Einstein Forum and the Wittenstein Foundation at the end of the fellowship period.
- The proposed project does not need to be fully completed during the fellowship but should be the beginning of a longer-term research initiative.
Benefits of the Einstein Fellowship 2025
✔ Fully funded fellowship covering research and living costs.
✔ €10,000 stipend for personal expenses.
✔ Accommodation in the garden cottage of Einstein’s summerhouse in Caputh, Brandenburg.
✔ Travel expenses covered.
✔ Opportunity to conduct interdisciplinary research in an intellectually stimulating environment.
✔ Platform to present research findings to a global audience.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
📌 Curriculum Vitae (CV)
📌 Two-page project proposal
📌 Two letters of recommendation
Important: All documents must be submitted by May 15, 2025.
How to Apply for the 2025 Einstein Fellowship?
Follow these steps to apply for the fellowship:
1️⃣ Visit the official fellowship website:
👉 Einstein Fellowship Website
2️⃣ Prepare the required documents:
✔ Updated CV
✔ A two-page project proposal
✔ Two recommendation letters from academic or professional referees
3️⃣ Submit your application before the deadline (May 15, 2025).
📞 For more information, you can contact the Einstein Forum at:
Phone: +49-331-271780
