Dissertation Fellowship for Historically Underrepresented Persons in Anthropology
This fellowship supports underrepresented minority doctoral candidates in anthropology to complete dissertations on issues relevant to minority populations, promoting diversity in anthropological research.
Funder: American Anthropological Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Dissertation Fellowship for Historically Underrepresented Persons in Anthropology)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 stipend; paid registration and travel reimbursement to the annual AAA meeting (one award annually)
Summary: Supports minority doctoral candidates in anthropology to promote diversity and research on issues relevant to underrepresented populations.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S. doctoral candidates from historically underrepresented racialized minority groups.
Description
The Dissertation Fellowship for Historically Underrepresented Persons in Anthropology is an annual award offered by the American Anthropological Association (AAA). The fellowship is designed to encourage doctoral candidates from historically underrepresented racialized minority groups to complete their dissertations in anthropology. By providing financial support, the fellowship aims to increase diversity within the discipline and promote research on issues of concern among minority populations. The award supports dissertation writing in any sub-field or specialty of anthropology and offers recipients a $10,000 nonrenewable stipend, paid registration, and travel reimbursement to the AAA annual meeting.
