Overview
ICO currently offers the following fellowship programs:
ICO Three‑Month Fellowship
Description
ICO currently offers the following fellowship programs:
ICO Three‑Month Fellowship
ICO–World Glaucoma Association (WGA) Three‑Month Fellowship
ICO–National Eye Institute (NEI) One‑Year Fellowship in Ocular Genetics
ICO–AbbVie Advanced Research Fellowship
Eligibility
To be eligible for an ICO Fellowship, applicants must:
Have completed ophthalmology residency training
Have successfully passed a specialist exam in ophthalmology
Be permanently based and working in an eligible low‑resource country
Not apply for training in their home country
Not have received an ICO Fellowship previously
Be reasonably fluent in English or the host institution’s language
Commit to returning to their home country after the fellowship
Resume their previous position and apply the acquired skills locally
Applicants from countries with an ICO Member Society and those who have passed ICO Examinations receive special consideration.
Additional Information
Degree Level
ICO currently offers the following fellowship programs:
ICO Three‑Month Fellowship
ICO–World Glaucoma Association (WGA) Three‑Month Fellowship
ICO–National Eye Institute (NEI) One‑Year Fellowship in Ocular Genetics
ICO–AbbVie Advanced Research Fellowship
Available Subjects
ICO Fellowships are available in the following ophthalmology subspecialties:
General Ophthalmology
Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus
Glaucoma
Uveitis
Cornea & External Diseases (excluding refractive surgery)
Medical Retina
Vitreo‑Retinal Surgery
Oculoplastics
Cataract Surgery
Ocular Oncology
Neuro‑Ophthalmology
Ocular Pathology
Community Eye Health
Trauma
Ocular Genetics
Dry Eye
Tumours
Benefits
The benefits vary by fellowship type but generally include:
Financial Support for living expenses and return travel
International clinical or research exposure at top institutions
Hands‑on or observership‑based training
Professional networking with global ophthalmology experts
Career advancement and academic recognition
Fellowship Funding Details
ICO Three‑Month Fellowship: US$ 6,000
ICO‑WGA Three‑Month Fellowship: US$ 6,000
ICO‑NEI One‑Year Fellowship: US$ 25,000
ICO‑AbbVie Advanced Research Fellowship: US$ 50,000 stipend
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for an ICO Fellowship, applicants must:
Have completed ophthalmology residency training
Have successfully passed a specialist exam in ophthalmology
Be permanently based and working in an eligible low‑resource country
Not apply for training in their home country
Not have received an ICO Fellowship previously
Be reasonably fluent in English or the host institution’s language
Commit to returning to their home country after the fellowship
Resume their previous position and apply the acquired skills locally
Applicants from countries with an ICO Member Society and those who have passed ICO Examinations receive special consideration.
Fellowship Specific Eligibility Highlights
ICO–WGA Three‑Month Fellowship
Open to candidates from Sub‑Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia
Applicants must specialize in Glaucoma
Application deadline: 30 September
ICO–NEI One‑Year Fellowship in Ocular Genetics
Training location: National Eye Institute (NIH), USA
Requires recommendation from the head of a teaching institution or public hospital
Applicants must commit to returning to a teaching or public service position
ICO–AbbVie Advanced Research Fellowship
Open to candidates from all countries
Applicant must be under 40 years of age
Minimum 12 months of prior research training required
One fellowship awarded annually
Application deadline: 31 March
Application Procedure
Follow these steps to apply for an ICO Fellowship:
Review fellowship‑specific eligibility criteria carefully
Prepare required documents, including:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Proof of residency completion
Specialist exam certificate
Recommendation letters (if required)
Research proposal (for research fellowships)
Secure endorsement from your employer or institution (if applicable)
Submit the online application through the ICO Fellowship Portal
Await selection results and award notification
Application Deadlines
31 March – Results announced by May
30 September – Results announced in January
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Who can apply for ICO Fellowships? ICO Fellowships are open to young ophthalmologists who have completed residency training, passed a specialist exam, and are based in eligible low‑resource countries.
Are ICO Fellowships fully funded? ICO Fellowships are partially to fully funded, depending on the program, covering living expenses and return travel with stipends ranging from US$ 6,000 to US$ 50,000.
Can I apply for an ICO Fellowship in my home country? No, applicants are not allowed to apply for ICO Fellowships in their home country and must return home after completing the fellowship.
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