Birgit Baldwin Fellowship in French Medieval History
Fellowship for North American Ph.D. students conducting dissertation research in French medieval history that requires extended work in French archives and libraries.
Funder: Medieval Academy of America
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2027 (Full application) | November 2027 (Letters of recommendation)
Funding Amounts: $20,000 for one academic year; may be renewed for a second year upon satisfactory progress.
Summary: Supports North American Ph.D. students conducting dissertation research in French medieval history requiring extended work in French archives and libraries.
Key Information: Fellowship is awarded biennially; applicants must be members of the Medieval Academy by September 15 of the application year.
Description
The Birgit Baldwin Fellowship in French Medieval History provides substantial support for graduate students at North American universities who are researching and writing a significant dissertation for the Ph.D. in any aspect of French medieval history. The fellowship is specifically intended for projects that require sustained research in the archives and libraries of France. The award is designed to defray research and living expenses for the equivalent of an academic year and may be renewed for a second year if satisfactory progress is demonstrated. Recipients must devote full time to their dissertation project during the fellowship term.
