Harvard Academy Scholars Program 2023: Fully Funded Postgraduate Fellowships
Opportunity for Outstanding Scholars in the Social Sciences
The Harvard Academy Scholars Program, offered by Harvard University, provides an exceptional opportunity for recent PhD recipients and doctoral candidates in the social sciences. The program aims to support scholars at the early stages of their careers, recognizing excellence in their disciplines and a deep understanding of languages, history, or culture of countries outside of the United States or Canada. Successful candidates will receive full sponsorship and an annual stipend of $75,000, along with other benefits.
Program Details
- Scholarship Sponsor(s): Harvard University/Academy
- Scholarship Type: Postgraduate Fellowships
- Host Institution(s): Harvard University
- Scholarship Worth: Up to $75,000 annual stipend + other benefits
- Study Level: PhD and Postdocs
- Number of Awards: 4 to 6 per year
- Nationality: Any nationality
Eligibility Criteria for Harvard Academy Scholars Program 2023
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Hold a PhD or comparable doctoral degree (within two years of the August 1, 2024, start date) in the social sciences.
- Advanced doctoral candidates nearing completion must provide degree conferral documentation by June 30, 2024, for an August 1, 2024, start date.
- Individuals who have previously held or completed another Harvard postdoctoral fellowship are not eligible to apply.
Program Benefits
Selected postdoctoral Academy Scholars will receive the following benefits:
- An annual stipend of $75,000.
- Funding for conference and research travel.
- Support for research assistants.
- Health insurance coverage.
Application Procedures
To apply for the Harvard Academy Scholars Program 2023, follow these steps:
- Access the online application through the homepage of The Harvard Academy’s website.
- Prepare all required application materials in PDF format, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) or resumé, research proposal, copy of your PhD program transcript, and three letters of recommendation.
- Submit the application and upload all required documents by the deadline of September 22, 2023.
- Ensure that letters of recommendation are addressed to the “Selection Committee” and uploaded before the deadline.
Application Deadline
The deadline for the Harvard Academy Scholars Program 2023 is September 22, 2023.
The Harvard Academy Scholars Program offers a prestigious opportunity for scholars in the social sciences to advance their careers with the support of Harvard University. The fully funded fellowships provide financial assistance and resources to conduct research and contribute to the academic community.
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