Early Stage Dissertation Grant
Early Stage Dissertation Grant supports doctoral students’ archival visits, data transcription, and research materials to advance early-stage dissertation research in economic history.
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Funder: Economic History Association
Due Dates: January 18, 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: In most instances, up to $2,500; nonrenewable
Summary: Supports specific research needs during early-stage doctoral dissertation work in economic history, including archival visits, data transcription, and research materials.
Key Information: Applicants must be current EHA members and cannot also apply for a Graduate Dissertation Fellowship in the same year.
Description
The Economic History Association’s Early Stage Dissertation Grants support doctoral students currently writing dissertations in economic history. Formerly known as Exploratory Travel and Data Grants, the program funds defined research purposes during the early stages of dissertation work. Supported activities and materials include visits to archives, data transcription, and purchases of microfilm or CD-ROMs.
Two recipients receive Cambridge University Press Early Stage Dissertation Grants, funded through an endowment created jointly by Cambridge University Press and the EHA. These named awards reflect both organizations’ commitment to developing future leaders whose research will shape the study of economic history worldwide. All applicants are considered for these awards through the same application.
