Early Career Fellowships in Hellenic Studies in Greece and Cyprus 2027–28
Early Career Fellowships in Hellenic Studies in Greece and Cyprus 2027–28 support postdoctoral researchers’ on-site research on the ancient Greek world to advance Classical studies and humanities scholarship.
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Funder: Center for Hellenic Studies, Harvard University
Due Dates: November 2, 2026 (Application) | November 9, 2026 (Reference letters)
Funding Amounts: $12,000 USD stipend for one year, plus limited travel expenses; up to five fellowships
Summary: Supports postdoctoral researchers in Greece and Cyprus conducting on-site research related to the ancient Greek world.
Key Information: Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of Greece or Cyprus and reside there during the fellowship.
Description
The Center for Hellenic Studies (CHS), Harvard University, offers up to five Early Career Fellowships to postdoctoral researchers based in Greece or Cyprus. The program supports high-quality research broadly related to the ancient Greek world, especially projects requiring continued access to local archives, libraries, artifacts, or archaeological sites. Funded work should contribute to scholarship in Classical studies or the humanities more generally.
The fellowships are offered by CHS in Washington, DC, with administrative and logistical support from CHS Greece. Appointments run from July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2028. Fellows receive access to Harvard’s electronic library resources and opportunities for short visits to the CHS offices in Nafplio and Washington, DC.
