Harvard University’s Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study offers fellowships to scholars, artists, and practitioners. Specifically, this program provides a dedicated year to focus on an individual project within a multidisciplinary community. Consequently, fellows step away from their daily routines to dive deep into their work.
Program Overview
This is a residential fellowship at Harvard. Therefore, fellows are expected to reside in the Greater Boston area for the duration of the fellowship (September–May). By joining, you gain access to Harvard’s libraries and a stipend of $78,000.
Key Benefits
Fellows receive generous funding and institutional resources. Specifically, the benefits include:
- Stipend: $78,000 plus an additional $5,000 for project expenses.
- Resources: Office space at Radcliffe and full access to Harvard libraries.
- Community: Engagement with a diverse cohort of 50 fellows.
- Support: Relocation funds and childcare support (if applicable).
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, an applicant must have a doctorate or equivalent achievement. Crucially, the program encourages applications from all disciplines, including arts and journalism.
- Academics: PhD received at least two years prior to appointment.
- Artists: Evidence of exhibition, publication, or performance history.
- Journalists: Minimum of five years of professional experience.
Application Process
- Deadline: September 10, 2026 (Humanities/Arts) / October 1, 2026 (Science/Math).
- Submission: Apply via the Radcliffe Institute online portal.
- Requirements: Project proposal, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation.
