Moroccan-American Commission for Educational and Cultural Exchange (MACECE) Opportunities

Selected Moroccan PhD candidates can conduct up to 12 months of funded research at an American university under a U.S. co-supervisor, with the programme allowing the supported research period to be divided when appropriate. Verified benefits include a monthly stipend for a total of 12 months, reasonable approved host-university charges, up to USD 1,000 for books and materials, up to USD 1,000 for necessary academic equipment, and medical insurance during the U.S. stay.

Applicants must be Moroccan doctoral candidates and must secure commitments and authorization from both their Moroccan dissertation supervisor and an American PhD co-supervisor. The application requires evaluations/support from both supervisors and proof of doctoral registration. MACECE states that applicants must be physically resident in Morocco through the application, nomination, placement and selection phases; current U.S. students and U.S. permanent residents are not eligible. Successful grantees must return to Morocco under the programme rules.