IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program 2026 (Fully Funded)

The IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program 2026–2027 is a full funded scholarship for students from developing countries. It pays up to 10,000 USD each year for living, tuition, travel, accommodation and books. You study PhD for up to 4 years in any developing country. You must be nominated by a professional mathematician who knows you well. You need good grades and strong interest in math research. Apply online by May 31 2026. It helps young mathematicians start their career and teach back home.

Quick Details About IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship

Host Country	Any developing country
Host Institution	Any university in developing country
Degree Level	PhD
Eligible For	Developing countries Students
Benefits	Fully Funded
Number of Awards	Several every year
Duration	Up to 4 years
Application Fee	Free
Deadline	31 May 2026

IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program Overview 2026/2027

The IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship comes from the International Mathematical Union. It started to help talented students from poor countries become good mathematicians. You do PhD in your own country or another developing country. You work under a strong supervisor. The program wants to grow math teachers and researchers in developing places. You learn advanced math and make your own research. It is for students who will teach or work in math after finish. The fellowship picks people who can help their country grow in science.

Also See: Robert S. McNamara Fellowships Program 2026 (Fully Funded)

Scholarship Benefits

The fellowship can provide up to USD $10,000 per year. This money can be used for:

• Full tuition fees.
• Accommodation costs.
• Travel to the host university (if it’s in a different country from your home country).
• Basic living expenses (the amount depends on the cost of living where you study).

Eligibility Requirements for 2026 Intake

Important: Students cannot apply by themselves. You must be nominated by a mathematician. Here are the main rules:

• Language: You must be proficient in English.
• Citizenship and Residence: Applicants can be from any country, but you must be a citizen and current resident of a developing country.
• The Nomination: A professional mathematician who has been your mentor must nominate you. This can include retired mathematicians who are still active in mentoring.
• Your Academic Status: You must either:
  • Be accepted or pre-accepted into a PhD program at a university or research institution in a developing country, OR
  • Already be enrolled in a PhD program in a developing country.
• Age: There is no age limit.
• Encouraged Applicants: Female students are strongly encouraged to be nominated.

Also See: Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program 2026 (Fully Funded)

Duration of the Fellowship

• The fellowship is awarded for one year at a time.
• It can be renewed each year if you are making good academic progress.
• The funding will stop when:
  • You complete your PhD, or
  • After four years of total support, whichever comes first.

IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship Program 2026 Application Deadline

The last date is May 31, 2026. Start early to get nomination and papers ready.

Required Documents

• Online application form filled completely.
• Statement from the person who nominates you.
• Copy of your passport.
• Official letter that you are accepted in PhD program.
• Budget of all costs you need.
• CV of your PhD supervisor.
• Your research project plan.
• Two recommendation letters from other professors.
• Copies of your bachelor and master degrees and marks.
• Your CV and motivation letter with research plans.
• Declaration papers from nominator, supervisor and you.

All in PDF format.

How to Apply For IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship

1. Ask a professional mathematician to nominate you. This person must know your math work well.
2. Make sure you are accepted in PhD program in a developing country. This is very important.
3. Fill online application form on IMU website.
4. Upload all documents (mentioned above).
5. Send the form before May 31, 2026. The IMU team checks everything.
6. If they like your application, you may get more questions or interview.
7. If you win, IMU tells you and sends money for study.

Tips to Increase Your Chances of Acceptance

• Find a good nominator early who believes in your math skills.
• Show your good grades and past math work.
• Write clear research plan that is new and useful.
• Explain why you want to do PhD in your country.
• Get strong recommendation letters from teachers.
• Send all documents on time without mistakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Website

For more details and deadlines visit the official IMU Breakout Graduate Fellowship website.