The Mercatus Center at George Mason University offers a range of fellowship programs to support graduate students interested in applied policy and political economy. These fellowships provide financial assistance, mentorship, and opportunities to engage with various schools of thought, including the Austrian, Virginia, and Bloomington schools of political economy.
Below is an overview of these fellowship programs:
Frédéric Bastiat Fellowship
A one-year program for graduate students pursuing master’s degrees in various disciplines, focusing on public policy from a free-market perspective.
Benefits
- Up to $5,000 stipend,
- Required readings,
- and participation in colloquia hosted by the Mercatus Center.
Eligibility: Enrolled in a graduate program from any university and in any discipline
Application Deadline: March 15, 2025.
Get more information, and apply for the program following the link at the end of the article.
Ronald Coase Fellowship
An online, one-year program for graduate students from any university and discipline, those who use political economy to understand the causes and consequences of social problems.
The total award of up to $2,000 includes:
- A stipend
- All required readings for online events
- Advice on research, jobs, and graduate school
Deadline : 15 March, 2025
Don Lavoie Fellowship
An online, semester-long program for advanced undergraduates, recent grads, and students interested in political economy.
Benefits
The total award of up to $1,250 includes:
- A stipend
- All required readings for online events
- Advice on research, jobs, and graduate school
Eligibility Criteria
In order to be accepted into the Don Lavoie Fellowship program, you must be one of the following:
- Enrolled in a graduate program from any university and in any discipline
- An advanced undergraduate considering for graduate school
- A recent graduate considering graduate school
Deadline : April 15, 2025
Adam Smith Fellowship
A one-year program for doctoral students from any university and discipline who are interested in political economy.
Benefits
The total award of up to $10,000 includes:
- A stipend
- All required readings
- Travel and lodging to attend colloquia hosted by the Mercatus Center
Eligibility criteria
In order to be accepted into the Adam Smith Fellowship program, you must be:
- Enrolled in a PhD program from any university and in any discipline
Deadline : 15th March 2025
Graduate Scholars Program
For graduate students in any discipline at George Mason University who are interested in learning more about political economy.
Benefits
The total award of up to $1,250 per semester includes:
- A stipend
- Meals and all required readings
- Advice on research, jobs, and graduate school
Criteria
In order to be accepted into the Graduate Scholars program, you must be:
- Enrolled in a degree-granting graduate program at George Mason University
- Applying to a degree-granting graduate program at George Mason University
Deadline : March 15,2025
Oskar Morgenstern Fellowship
A one-year program for doctoral students from any university and discipline with training in quantitative methods and interest in political economy.
Benefits
The total award of up to $7,000 includes:
- A stipend
- All required readings
- Travel and lodging to attend colloquia hosted by the Mercatus Center
Eligibility Criteria
In order to be accepted into the Oskar Morgenstern Fellowship program, you must be:
- Enrolled in a PhD program with training in quantitative methods from any university and in any discipline
Deadline : March 15,2025
Stay Connected for More Opportunities
🔔 Follow us on Facebook | Pinterest | Instagram for instant updates!
Elinor Ostrom Fellowship
A one-year program for doctoral students from any university and discipline who are interested in the themes of markets, culture, morality, and sociality in political economy.
Benefits
The total award of up to $7,000 includes:
- A stipend
- All required readings
- Travel and lodging to attend colloquia hosted by the Mercatus Center
Criteria
In order to be accepted into the Elinor Ostrom Fellowship program, you must be enrolled in a PhD program from any university and in any discipline.
Deadline : March 15, 2025
Carl Menger Fellowship
Doctoral students from any university and discipline can join this one-year online program if they are interested in political economy.
Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year are due March 15, 2025.
Benefits
The total award of up to $2,250 includes:
- A stipend
- All required readings
Eligibility
To apply for the Carl Menger Fellowship program, you must enroll in a PhD program at any university and in any discipline.
Deadline: March 15, 2025
To know more about the fellowships, and application check the link below,
You can also use their form to determine which Fellowship program is for you best on your qualification and future goals. To do that click here.
Explore More Opportunities:
- Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) scholarships 2025
- Fully Funded Australia Awards 2026
- Fully Funded Türkiye Scholarship 2025
Scholarship Explore brings you the latest updates about scholarships and other opportunities,Join our Whatsapp Channel for daily updates.
