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The Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF) will award one-year fellowships for advanced study or research during the academic year, at a Belgian university or institution of higher learning.

Funding

The BAEF will award up to eight fellowships, each carrying a stipend of $21,000 that includes lodging and living expenses in Belgium for one year, as well as round-trip travel expenses. If the fellow chooses to remain less than the full 12 months, the stipend will be prorated accordingly. The fellowship period must be at least 6 months. In addition to the stipend, the Foundation will provide health insurance. No other allowances will be granted.

Eligibility

• US citizenship
• a Masters or equivalent degree, or working towards a PhD or equivalent degree
• preference is given to applicants under the age of 30 with a reading and speaking knowledge of Dutch, French or German

Applications

The applicant must be nominated by the Dean of the Graduate School or Professional School of his/her University and must furnish a completed application form with all its appropriate attachments. For application blanks or additional information, contact the Foundation at the address below.

Completed applications for 2008-2009 are due no later than October 31.

Belgian American Educational Foundation, Inc.
195 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510

Tel: (203) 777-5765
Email: emile.boulpaep@yale.edu (Professor Emile Boulpaep, President of BAEF)