Harvard CAPS Faculty Grants support innovative research on U.S. politics by Harvard faculty affiliates, with priority for junior faculty and active involvement in the CAPS scholarly community.
Funder: Harvard University
Due Dates: October 5, 2026 (Fall deadline, 2026-27 Academic Year) | March 5, 2027 (Spring deadline, 2026-27 Academic Year)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; discretionary research funding; awarded twice yearly.
Summary: Supports Harvard CAPS faculty affiliates conducting research on U.S. politics, with priority for junior faculty.
Key Information: Applications are limited and reviewed twice a year; active participation in CAPS intellectual life is expected.
The Center for American Political Studies (CAPS) at Harvard University offers Faculty Grants to support innovative research on U.S. politics by Harvard faculty affiliates of CAPS. These grants are designed to foster scholarly activities, enhance the research environment, and encourage academic collaboration in American political studies. Priority consideration is given to junior faculty members. Grant recipients are expected to contribute to the intellectual life of CAPS and acknowledge the Center in resulting publications.