The Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health — one of seven global Atlantic Fellows programs — trains emerging leaders to protect aging populations from dementia and advance brain health equity. The UCSF track is a part-time global hybrid fellowship: weekly online learning plus three required 10-day international learning intensives and a residential learning experience at UCSF (3–12 months), designed for working professionals who stay connected to their home institutions. Fellows join a lifelong global community of 330+ leaders from 70+ countries and can apply for GBHI Pilot Awards to fund projects in their home communities.
Why it is notable: a fully funded, hybrid fellowship aimed at mid-career professionals (not students) from ANY discipline — clinicians, researchers, artists, journalists, engineers, policymakers, and community leaders — with program travel covered and a J-1 visa sponsored for international fellows.
Funding at a glance
What it covers
Full fellowship program at no cost: interdisciplinary education, mentorship (including a regional mentor), and leadership development.
Required program travel, accommodations, and learning materials — covered by the program (official FAQ).
Living-expense stipend during the residential learning experience at UCSF (3–12 months; amount not published — confirm).
UCSF J-1 visa sponsorship for international fellows.
Eligibility to apply for GBHI Pilot Awards for Global Brain Health Leaders (competitive funds for home-community projects) and a Certificate in Equity in Brain Health from UCSF.
Lifelong membership in the Atlantic Fellows global community across seven programs.
Not covered: cost-of-living stipend while based in home communities; family relocation costs (families may join at the fellow's own expense).
Eligibility criteria
Qualification Required
Highest training completedfor Fellowship
This fellowship is offered for experienced professionals committed to advancing brain health equity and reducing the impact of dementia — not a degree program.
Who can apply
All nationalities — the program invites "emerging leaders from around the world"; the community spans 70+ countries. UCSF sponsors J-1 visas for international fellows.
Experience
Professional experience required — competitive applicants are experienced professionals with demonstrated leadership experience, a collaborative approach, and a desire to create meaningful change in their communities. No specific profession required: medicine, nursing, neuroscience, psychology, public health, engineering, policymaking, journalism, entrepreneurship, the arts, education, and community leadership are all represented.
Language Certificate
No language certificate required — but applicants must demonstrate English proficiency (all materials in English; program conducted in English).
Other Certificates
CV/résumé required; official transcripts may be requested only from finalists.
Age Limit
No Age Limit
Check your eligibility
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Country checker
All nationalities eligible (official). J-1 visa sponsorship available for international fellows at UCSF.
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Last degree checker
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Based on published eligibility — always confirm on the official page before applying.
Application essentials
Requirements
Review each requirement before you begin the application.
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Qualification
completed the highest level of training/education you intend to pursue in your field.
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Language
demonstrated English proficiency; all application materials in English.
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Availability
available for the full year-long fellowship — weekly online learning, mentor meetings, three 10-day international intensives, and the UCSF residential experience.
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Travel
able to travel internationally as required.
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Documents
online application, CV, two letters of support (one from current employer/institution/collaborator), regional mentor identification; transcripts only if requested as a finalist.
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Site choice
apply to only one site per cycle.
Document checklist
01Online application.
02Résumé or curriculum vitae.
03Two letters of support (at least one from a current employer/institution/collaborator).
04Regional mentor identification.
05Official transcripts (finalists only, if requested).
Application fee
No fee — completely free.
Visa, kept concise: Visa type: J-1 exchange visitor visa, sponsored by UCSF for international fellows (official FAQ).
Application Procedure
10 steps — follow in order. Each stage prepares the next.
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Choose your site
UCSF (global hybrid) or Trinity College Dublin (full-time in-person) — you may apply to only one per cycle. Trinity's 2027–28 deadline (Sept 18, 2026) has passed; this dossier covers the UCSF track.
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Review the eligibility requirements
application materials, and dates on the official UCSF application page.
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Prepare your CV/résumé.
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Complete the online application in English via
the official application form; submit before the deadline. Applications are complete only when all materials (including letters) are received.
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Identify a regional mentor who can support
your leadership development during and after the fellowship.
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Arrange two letters of support —
at least one from a current employer, institution, organization, or professional collaborator who can speak to your experience and leadership potential. Contact writers early.
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Finalists: interviews (by invitation
invitations January 2027), possible transcript request → final decisions February 2027.
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Online application.
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Résumé or curriculum vitae.
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Two letters of support (at least one
from a current employer/institution/collaborator).
Application milestones
2 Nov 2026
Application deadline
18 Sep 2026
Application deadline
2027
Intake year
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Do fellows receive financial support? A: Fellows receive a stipend covering living expenses during the residential learning experience at UCSF; there is no cost-of-living stipend while based in home cWill my visa be sponsored? A: Yes — UCSF sponsors J-1 visas for international fellows.How much time will I be away from work? A: About four months total — three consecutive months in San Francisco (February–May pattern) plus three learning intensives (September, January, May).Can I bring my family to UCSF? A: Yes, at your own expense — fellows arrange required visas and accommodations for family members.Do I need a specific degree or profession? A: No — professionals from medicine, nursing, neuroscience, psychology, public health, engineering, policymaking, journalism, entrepreneurship, the arts, eduWhat happens after the fellowship year? A: Graduates join a lifelong global community of Atlantic Fellows for Equity in Brain Health and the broader Atlantic Fellows network across seven programs.Can I apply to both UCSF and Trinity? A: No — applicants may apply to only one fellowship site per application cycle.Is there funding for projects after the fellowship? A: Yes — fellows can apply for GBHI Pilot Awards for Global Brain Health Leaders to fund projects improving brain health in their home communities.
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