2024 Radcliffe Institute Fellowship at Harvard University | Fully Funded + $78K Stipend

Apply for the 2024 Radcliffe Institute Fellowship at Harvard University. Fully funded with a $78K stipend for scholars, scientists, artists, and writers.

About

The 2025/2026 Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program at Harvard University is now accepting applications. This prestigious program awards 50 fellowships each academic year, offering a unique opportunity for scholars, scientists, artists, and writers to advance their work in a supportive and collaborative environment. Fellows can apply as individuals or as a duo working on a shared project, making it an ideal setting for innovative and interdisciplinary research.

The Radcliffe Institute is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applicants from various disciplines, career stages, races, ethnicities, countries of origin, genders, sexual orientations, and ideological perspectives. This diversity enriches the academic and creative community, promoting a vibrant exchange of ideas and perspectives. Fellows are chosen for their demonstrated excellence, collegiality, and creativity, ensuring a dynamic and inspiring cohort each year.

With a generous stipend of $78,000, along with additional funding for project expenses, the Radcliffe Fellowship provides substantial support for its fellows. This financial backing enables fellows to focus fully on their research or creative projects, contributing to significant advancements in their respective fields. The program not only nurtures individual growth but also fosters a collaborative spirit, encouraging fellows to engage with the broader Harvard community.

Qualification Requirements

Humanities and Social Sciences

1. Doctorate: Must have received a doctorate (or terminal degree such as PhD, MD, or JD) in the relevant field by December 2023.
2. Publications: Must have published a monograph or at least two articles in refereed journals or edited collections.

Science, Engineering, and Mathematics

1. Doctorate: Must have received a doctorate in the relevant field by December 2023.
2. Publications: Must have published at least five articles in refereed journals, though most candidates have many more.

Creative Arts

1. Film and Video: Must have a significant body of independent work exhibited in galleries or museums, shown in festivals, or broadcast on TV.
2. Visual Arts: Must have a professional artist record, including at least five years of work, several curated group shows, and at least two solo exhibitions.
3. Fiction and Nonfiction: Must have one or more published books, a book contract, or at least three published shorter works.
4. Poetry: Must have published at least 20 poems or a book of poetry in the last five years and be completing a manuscript.
5. Journalism: Must have worked professionally as a journalist for at least five years.
6. Playwriting: Must have a significant body of independent work, typically including produced or optioned plays.
7. Music Composition: A PhD or DMA is desirable but not required. Must show strong professional achievement with recent performances.

Fellowship Duration

• Timeline: The fellowship runs from September 2025 to May 2026.

Benefits

• Stipend: Fellows receive a stipend of $78,000 plus an additional $5,000 for project expenses.
• Payment Options: U.S. citizens or permanent residents can choose to have their stipend paid through their home institution or directly.

For More Information, Visit the Official Webpage of the Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program.

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