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Mercatus PhD Fellowship
The Mercatus PhD Fellowship is for students pursuing a doctoral degree in economics at George Mason University who are interested in academic careers. The total award is up to $160,000 over up to four years, covering a monthly stipend, full tuition support for nine credits per semester, and research assistant experience, with conference and research funding available. Fellows must study full-time, keep a 3.5 GPA and work about 20 hours a week with Mercatus staff and faculty mentors. Applicants must be enrolled in or applying to Mason's economics PhD program; the application requires a cover letter, CV, 500 to 1,000 word essay, 10-page writing sample and short answers. The 2026-27 deadline was February 1, 2026, and applications are now closed.
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| Round | Window | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 academic year | Deadline: February 1, 2026Closed | Up to $160,000 over up to four years | mercatus.org |
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