The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's Annual Fellowships provide in-residence support for advanced research on the Holocaust, offering access to extensive archival and library resources in Washington, DC.
Funder: United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Due Dates: November 15, 2026: Full application deadline for the Annual Fellowship Program (applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. EST)
Funding Amounts: $5,000/month stipend for 2, 4, or 8 months; one-time travel stipend to Washington, DC
Summary: In-residence fellowships support significant research and writing on the Holocaust, providing access to the Museum's extensive archival and library resources.
The Annual Fellowships offered by the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Center for Advanced Holocaust Studies at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum are designed to support significant research and writing on the Holocaust and related subjects. These fellowships provide scholars—ranging from PhD candidates (ABD) through senior scholars—an opportunity for a residency at the Museum in Washington, DC. Fellows benefit from access to the Museum’s vast archival holdings, library resources in over 60 languages, and unique collections of oral histories, photographs, artifacts, and more. The program welcomes applicants from all relevant academic disciplines and is committed to fostering early-career scholars. Fellows engage in a collaborative scholarly environment, with tailored staff support, participation in programs, and access to specialized resources.