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Cogito Scholars — STEM PhD in Be'er Sheva

PhD

PhD scholarships in STEM fields (sciences, technology, engineering, math) for community researchers.

About Be'er Sheva

Be'er Sheva, the largest city in the south, hosts a growing Israeli-Ethiopian community, with a notable second-generation presence around Ben-Gurion University and regional educational institutions. The city offers a wide range of properties and housing opportunities alongside ongoing infrastructure and development projects.

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Who is it for?

  • Ethiopian-Israeli PhD researchers in STEM fields
  • Accepted to a PhD program at an Israeli research university
  • Thesis approved by recognized advisor

What's included?

  • Full PhD stipend (~₪80,000–₪120,000/year)
  • Full tuition
  • Conference travel coverage
  • Connection to community researcher network

How to apply

  1. Get accepted to the PhD program first
  2. Apply to Cogito with thesis + advisor letter
  3. Interview
  4. Decision within 4–6 weeks

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