Graduate fellowships refer to funding opportunities provided to postgraduate students to support their research and academic pursuits. There are several synonyms for graduate fellowships depending on the context and field of study, such as scholarships, grants, assistantships, bursaries, and awards. Scholarships are primarily awarded based on academic merit, while grants provide funding for research projects and can be sponsored by government agencies or private organizations. Assistantships provide students with financial support in exchange for teaching or research assistance, while bursaries may be awarded based on financial need. Finally, awards recognize exceptional achievements in academia and research and may come with a monetary prize or other benefits.