How to Apply for the Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Programme 2026/27

Applications are now open for the 2026 Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Programme.

Application Deadline:

• Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, Nonfiction & Journalism: 10 September 2026, 5 PM ET
• Science, Engineering & Mathematics: 1 October 2026, 5 PM ET

Tell Me About the Fellowship:

The Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship is a fully funded, one-year program at Harvard University, USA. It supports 50 scholars, scientists, artists, journalists, and public intellectuals whose work demonstrates achievement and promise for future contributions.

Fellows pursue ambitious projects in a vibrant interdisciplinary setting, with access to Harvard’s resources and the Radcliffe community.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Applications are accepted across:

• Humanities & Social Sciences
• Science, Engineering & Mathematics
• Creative Arts (film, visual arts, fiction, nonfiction, poetry, journalism, playwriting, music composition)

Type:

• Fellowship | USA | Scholars, Scientists, Artists, Public Intellectuals

Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Hold a terminal degree (PhD, MD, JD, etc.) at least two years before appointment.
• Meet discipline-specific requirements:
  • Humanities/Social Sciences: published monograph or two refereed articles.
  • Science/Engineering/Math: at least five refereed journal articles.
  • Creative Arts: significant professional achievements (e.g., exhibitions, published books, produced plays, performances).
• Not be currently enrolled in a degree program.
• Not be former Radcliffe fellows (1999–present).

How are Candidates Selected?

• Based on academic achievement, professional contributions, and project proposal quality.
• Proposals should address pressing social, scientific, or policy issues, and may align with Radcliffe’s multiyear focus (2024–2029): academic freedom and connecting across difference.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• All countries worldwide.

Where will the Fellowship be Taken?

• Harvard Radcliffe Institute, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.

How Many Awards?

• 50 fellows selected annually.

What is the Benefit of the Fellowship?

• $78,000 stipend.
• $5,000 project expenses allowance.
• Access to Harvard’s libraries, resources, and interdisciplinary community.
• Opportunity to pursue ambitious projects in a collaborative environment.

How Long Will the Fellowship Last?

• October 2026 – May 2027 (one academic year).

Required Documents:

• Application form.
• Curriculum vitae.
• 1,400-word project proposal (with bibliography if appropriate).
• Writing or work sample.
• Contact information for three referees (who will upload recommendation letters).

How to Apply:

1. Register as a new user on the Radcliffe Online Fellowship Application Portal.
2. Select your application area (Humanities/Social Sciences, Creative Arts, Nonfiction/Journalism, Science/Engineering/Math).
3. Complete the application form and upload required documents.
4. Submit before the relevant deadline.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details