The German Studies Research Grant funds short-term research in Germany on German culture, literature, history, or politics for North American students and early-career scholars.
Funder: German Academic Exchange Service USA
Due Dates: May 1, 2026 | November 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $2,000–$3,000 for 1–2 months of research in Germany; covers travel and accommodation.
Summary: Supports short-term research in Germany on German affairs by North American students, graduates, and doctoral candidates.
The German Studies Research Grant enables young academics from North America to undertake short-term research projects in Germany focused on German affairs, culture, literature, history, or politics. The grant is designed to facilitate exploratory research visits at German universities, institutes, or archives, fostering deeper engagement with German Studies and supporting the development of future academic projects or dissertations.