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Cogito Scholars — STEM PhD in Rishon LeZion

PhD

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

About Rishon LeZion

Rishon LeZion is home to a large, active Israeli-Ethiopian community, historically concentrated in the Ramat Eliyahu neighbourhood — originally built as absorption housing and now a long-standing community centre. The neighbourhood is at the heart of urban-renewal efforts, alongside a growing second-generation presence across the city.

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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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