Dissertation Fellowships
Dissertation fellowships for PhD students support on-site archival research in the Library Company of Philadelphia and Historical Society of Pennsylvania collections across multiple historical fields.
Funder: Library Company of Philadelphia
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Dissertation Fellowships full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $16,000 (one semester) or $32,000 (academic year) depending on fellowship; all require residency in Philadelphia area
Summary: Long-term dissertation fellowships supporting one or two semesters of archival research in residence for PhD students using the Library Company and Historical Society of Pennsylvania collections.
Key Information: All dates are projected; confirm details on the program page before applying.
Description
The Library Company of Philadelphia offers long-term dissertation fellowships designed to support one or two semesters of in-residence archival research using the collections of the Library Company and the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. These fellowships are intended for PhD students and candidates who would benefit from substantial support for on-site archival research, rather than those in the final writing phase of their dissertation. Specialized fellowships are available in areas such as women’s history, early American economy and society, African American history, and general research related to the Library Company’s holdings. Fellows are required to reside in the Philadelphia area for the duration of their award and will join a vibrant scholarly community.
