Shardashish Interschool Fellowship
Need-sensitive support for specified Columbia master’s programmes and applicants with an established commitment to India.
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About Shardashish Interschool Fellowship
Need-sensitive support for specified Columbia master’s programmes and applicants with an established commitment to India.
Funding & benefits
One-year awards vary by programme, financial need and qualifications, with a US$50,000 individual maximum for tuition and fees.
Eligibility & requirements
Applicants need admission to a listed GSAS MA, an eligible SEAS MS, or the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy. Financial need and commitment to India are assessed; Indian residents receive preference.
Application dates & availability
2026–27 competition closedCycle / route: 2026–27 historical terms
The 2026–27 competition is closed. Its January/February 2026 dates are historical; wait for updated school instructions for a later intake.
Documents to prepare
The published routes request the fellowship application and financial-needs assessment. Follow the admitting school’s upload instructions.
How to apply
Apply through the relevant Columbia school. GSAS, SEAS and SIPA use different submission routes; an external email submission does not replace the SEAS portal process.
Official sources
Use the provider’s current notice before submitting an official application.