[Gerda Henkel Foundation](https://www.gerda-henkel-stiftung.de/en)

July 1, 2026 | October 1, 2026 | January 1, 2027 | April 1, 2027

Covers workspace, accommodation, travel, and living allowance; typically up to 3 months for doctoral students.

Supports international doctoral research in ancient history with quarterly scholarships at the Commission for Ancient History and Epigraphy, Munich.

Applications must be submitted at least six months before the intended start date.

--- ## Description The Gerda Henkel Foundation, through its partnership with the Commission for Ancient History and Epigraphy (Munich), offers doctoral scholarships to support international research in ancient history. The program provides recipients with access to an outstanding specialist library, workspace, accommodation, travel expenses, and a living allowance. These scholarships are intended to foster the academic development of early-career researchers and promote international collaboration in the fields of Greek and Latin epigraphy, numismatics, papyrology, and historical topography. --- ## Due Dates - July 1, 2026: Application submission deadline - October 1, 2026: Application submission deadline - January 1, 2027: Application submission deadline - April 1, 2027: Application submission deadline Applications are accepted four times annually (January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1). *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The scholarship includes: - Workspace in the Commission's library - Apartment accommodation on the premises - Travel expenses - Allowance towards living costs - Duration: Typically up to 3 months for doctoral students --- ## Eligibility - Open to international PhD students in ancient history or closely related fields. - Research areas include Greek and Latin epigraphy, numismatics, papyrology, and historical topography. - Applicants must submit their application at least six months before the intended start date of the scholarship. --- ## Application Process - Applications should be addressed to the director of the Commission for Ancient History and Epigraphy. - Submit applications by one of the quarterly deadlines (January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1). - Required materials typically include a research proposal, CV, and supporting academic documents. - For detailed application instructions and contact information, visit the [German Archaeological Institute's scholarship page](https://www.dainst.org/karriere/stipendien/stipendien-aek). --- ## Additional Information - The Commission for Ancient History and Epigraphy is part of the German Archaeological Institute and offers access to one of the best-stocked specialist libraries for ancient history. - The program is designed to nurture young academics and enable focused research in a supportive scholarly environment. --- ## External Links - [Commission for Ancient History and Epigraphy – Program Page](https://www.gerda-henkel-stiftung.de/en/commission-for-ancient-history-and-epigraphy?page_id=128555) - [German Archaeological Institute – Scholarship Information](https://www.dainst.org/karriere/stipendien/stipendien-aek) - [Gerda Henkel Foundation – Fellowships Overview](https://www.gerda-henkel-stiftung.de/en/fellowships?page_id=38) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------|---------------------------------------|----------------------| | Commission for Ancient History and Epigraphy | [info.aek@dainst.de](mailto:info.aek@dainst.de) | +49 (0)89 28676760 | | Anna Kuschmann, Project Manager (Gerda Henkel Foundation) | [kuschmann@gerda-henkel-stiftung.de](mailto:kuschmann@gerda-henkel-stiftung.de) | |

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