Explore the fully funded FASPE Fellowship 2027 in Germany and Poland: eligibility, travel coverage, deadlines and how to apply.
Applications are open for the FASPE Fellowship 2027, a fully funded, two-week professional ethics and leadership programme held in Germany and Poland. Organised by Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE), it is designed for eligible graduate students and early-career professionals in six fields: business, law, design and technology, medicine, journalism, and clergy or religious leadership.
Fellows examine how professionals contributed to Nazi policies and discuss what those historical decisions can teach us about ethical responsibilities today. The experience combines visits to historically significant sites with seminars, small-group discussions and learning across professions. It is not a university degree or a job placement.
FASPE Fellowship 2027: Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Provider | Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE) |
| Programme | Fully funded professional ethics fellowship |
| Location | Germany and Poland; visits include Berlin, Kraków and Oświęcim |
| Duration | Two weeks, with full attendance required |
| Fields | Business, Law, Design & Technology, Medical, Journalism, Clergy & Religious Leaders |
| Application status | Open for the 2027 cycle (checked 18 October 2026) |
| Application deadline | 3 January 2027, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) |
| Recommendation-letter deadline | 10 January 2027 |
| Application method | Online through FASPE's official Submittable portal |
2027 Fellowship Dates
- 28 May–11 June 2027: Business, Law, and Design & Technology.
- 18 June–2 July 2027: Medical, Journalism, and Clergy & Religious Leaders.
You must be available for the entire trip assigned to your field.
What Does the Fully Funded Fellowship Cover?
FASPE states that it covers programme costs and related travel, including:
- Round-trip economy airfare to and from Europe, including travel from outside the United States.
- Hotel accommodation during the programme, normally in shared rooms.
- Group meals plus pocket money for meals outside organised group activities.
- Transportation for group activities and travel in Germany and Poland.
- Admission fees, programme materials and organised academic activities.
- Seminars with experienced faculty and opportunities to connect with professionals from other fields.
- Access to FASPE's continuing alumni community after the fellowship.
Important: Participants must arrange their own visas. FASPE says it provides supporting documents but cannot arrange visas. The official funding list does not clearly confirm reimbursement of visa application fees or travel insurance, so ask FASPE before assuming these expenses are covered. The meal allowance is not a general salary or living stipend.
Who Can Apply? Eligibility by Field
FASPE accepts qualified applicants regardless of citizenship or country of residence. Applicants from Pakistan may apply if they meet the requirements for their chosen track. FASPE programming is in English and requires a high level of spoken and written English fluency.
- Business: Applicants pursuing business careers who are enrolled in a related graduate programme or already working in business after an undergraduate or related graduate degree; professional experience is generally no more than 10 years.
- Law: Eligible law students in the specified stage of a JD/equivalent degree, recent JD graduates working in law, or qualified early-career legal professionals from other legal education systems.
- Design & Technology: Graduate students or degree-holding professionals in computing, AI, engineering, architecture, design and related fields; generally no more than 10 years of professional experience.
- Medical: MD/DO or equivalent students expecting to complete at least one clinical year before the trip, or current medical residents.
- Journalism: Graduate students with journalistic experience who plan to become journalists, or degree-holding working journalists; generally no more than 10 years of experience.
- Clergy & Religious Leaders: Students in relevant graduate religious-leadership programmes or working religious leaders with a relevant graduate degree received in May 2020 or later. Applicants of different faith traditions are welcomed.
These are summaries, not substitutes for the precise track rules. Read the eligibility details in the official 2027 application listings before beginning.
Documents Required for the FASPE Application
- Completed online application with personal, education and reference information.
- Current résumé or CV, including education and employment experience.
- Higher-education transcripts for institutions attended for a significant period. Unofficial transcripts are accepted, but screenshots of online transcripts are not.
- Written responses to the short essay questions for your selected field.
- Two recommendation letters from academic or professional referees, sent directly by the recommenders.
Students awaiting their first grades may need a dean's letter that confirms enrolment and good standing. Check FASPE's instructions for the precise exception.
How to Apply for the FASPE Fellowship 2027
- Open the official How to Apply page and review its current instructions.
- Select your eligible discipline from the FASPE fellowship programmes.
- Visit the official FASPE Submittable portal and choose your 2027 application.
- Complete the online form and submit your CV, transcripts and discipline-specific essays.
- Provide recommender details early. Your two recommenders must submit their letters directly by 10 January 2027.
- Submit your own application before 3 January 2027 at 11:59 p.m. ET, and retain the submission confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Pakistani applicants apply?
Yes. FASPE says eligible candidates can apply regardless of citizenship or residence. Pakistani applicants must still meet the qualifications of the programme they select and handle their visa arrangements.
Do I need German or Polish language skills?
No. FASPE conducts its fellowship programmes in English, but participants need strong written and spoken English.
Is the fellowship entirely online?
No. It is an in-person, two-week experience in Germany and Poland, with mandatory participation throughout the programme.
Official Information and Application Links
- FASPE Fellowships — overview and 2027 dates
- FASPE How to Apply — documents and deadlines
- FASPE FAQs — international applicants and funding
- Official 2027 online application portal
Last checked: 18 October 2026.
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