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The University of Notre Dame has announced the 2027 Bernard J. and Helen Holland Voll Presidential Fellowship for outstanding PhD students in the humanities and social sciences.
The fully funded fellowship covers full tuition fees and provides selected students with an annual stipend of $43,500 along with health insurance coverage.
International applicants, including students from Pakistan, may be considered through the university’s graduate admission process. The application deadline is December 1, 2026.
Fellowship Details
The Bernard J. and Helen Holland Voll Presidential Fellowship is available to students pursuing full-time PhD or doctoral programs in the humanities and social sciences at the University of Notre Dame.
Selected fellows will receive full tuition coverage, an annual stipend of $43,500 paid over 12 months, and full coverage of the university’s health insurance premium.
The financial support may continue for up to five years, depending on the student’s academic progress and fulfillment of the fellowship requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
The fellowship is available to students who apply for an eligible full-time PhD program in the humanities or social sciences at the University of Notre Dame.
Applicants must first gain admission to an eligible doctoral program. Eligible students do not need to submit a separate application for the fellowship, as they are automatically considered through the graduate admission process.
Graduate departments nominate candidates for fellowship consideration. The selection process considers academic performance, research potential, and the overall strength of the graduate application.
International students, including Pakistani applicants, may be considered if they meet the university’s graduate admission criteria and the requirements of their selected program.
Fellows must maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout their doctoral studies to continue receiving financial support.
Required Documents
Applicants may generally need academic transcripts from previous institutions, degree certificates or proof of completed qualifications, a statement of purpose or admission essay, research-related documents, letters of recommendation, and a curriculum vitae or resume.
English language proficiency test scores may also be required, depending on the requirements of the selected program.
Fellowship Benefits
Selected students will receive full tuition coverage and an annual stipend of $43,500.
The stipend provides financial support on a 12-month basis, while the university’s health insurance premium is also fully covered.
Financial support may continue for up to five years, provided fellows maintain satisfactory progress toward their degree requirements and meet the university’s conditions.
How to Apply
Students do not need to submit a separate application for the Bernard J. and Helen Holland Voll Presidential Fellowship. Eligible candidates are considered through the University of Notre Dame’s graduate admission process.
Applicants must first apply online for admission to an eligible full-time PhD program in the humanities or social sciences and select their preferred graduate program.
Applicants must submit academic transcripts, previous degree documents, essays or statements, recommendation letters, and any other materials required by their chosen department.
International applicants may also need to provide English language proficiency test scores if required by their program.
After applications are reviewed, graduate departments nominate eligible candidates for fellowship consideration. The university then selects fellows through its competitive fellowship selection process.
English Language Requirements
Commonly accepted English proficiency tests include an IELTS Academic score of at least 7.0, a TOEFL iBT score of 80, and a Duolingo English Test score of 120.
However, specific English language requirements may vary depending on the selected graduate program.
What the Fellowship Covers
The Bernard J. and Helen Holland Voll Presidential Fellowship provides comprehensive financial support to selected PhD students at the University of Notre Dame.
The fellowship covers full tuition fees, allowing selected fellows to pursue their doctoral studies without paying tuition during the funded period.
Students also receive an annual stipend of $43,500 on a 12-mont
