The Economic History Association's Graduate Dissertation Fellowships fund advanced PhD students to conduct intensive research and writing on approved economic history dissertation topics.
Funder: Economic History Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application deadline for Graduate Dissertation Fellowships)
Funding Amounts: $10,000–$17,500 per fellowship; one award per recipient; supports one academic year.
Summary: Fellowships support advanced PhD students in economic history who are making significant progress on approved dissertation topics.
Key Information: Applicants must be current EHA members and may apply for only one dissertation fellowship per cycle.
The Graduate Dissertation Fellowships of the Economic History Association (EHA) provide financial support to advanced doctoral students engaged in economic history research. These fellowships are intended for students who have already defined and received approval for their dissertation topics and who are making substantial progress toward completion. The purpose is to enable recipients to concentrate on their research and writing during the final stages of their dissertation work, fostering the next generation of economic historians.
There are four types of fellowships offered under this program, each with a single application process. Applicants are considered for all types but may receive only one fellowship.