International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Fellowship 2024-2025 is a fully funded scholarship for international students. This Fellowship provides the recipient with up to US $50,000 stipend to help cover living expenses and return travel.

The ICO-Allergan Advanced Research Fellowship is open to young ophthalmologists from all over the world who want to undertake basic or clinical research at a chosen university. One of the main objectives and obligations of the ICO is to enhance ophthalmic education to improve eye care and contribute to the conservation and restoration of vision around the globe. In order to meet this commitment, the ICO provides instructional programs and projects to strengthen and promote ophthalmic education, particularly in developing nations.

International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Fellowship provides the recipient with up to a US $50,000 stipend to help cover living expenses and return travel.

To be eligible for the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Required Language: English
• Eligible Countries: All World Countries.
• Research Requirements:
  • Description of previous work in the field of the application
  • Detailed CV, including detailed publications list and impact factors
  • Endorsement of the current program director
  • Feasibility confirmation of chosen host university
  • A detailed description of how research work should be continued during the fellowship
  • Sustainability statement, e.g., confirmation from the present program director that the applicant may return after his/her fellowship and resume his/her position.
• Basic Requirements:
  • Minimum 12 months of research training.
  • Online application on the ICO website.
  • Applications will be accepted for research work in the following sub-specialties: Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retina, Tumours, Uveitis, Dry Eye, and Cornea.
  • Copy of specialist exam in ophthalmology that must be successfully passed.
  • Applicant must be reasonably fluent in the language of the fellowship training centre.
  • Applicant must be under 40 years of age at the time of applying.
  • The ICO recommends that candidates pass one or more ICO exams. We consider this in the assessment of applications From here.
  • Applicants from countries with ophthalmologic societies that are Members of the ICO will receive special consideration to know more about members of the ICO click here.
• To know more about the Eligibility Requirements click here.