[Archaeological Institute of America](https://www.archaeological.org)

November 1, 2025

$6,000 for a one-year project; no indirect costs allowed

Supports individual scholarly research in Aegean Bronze Age Archaeology, with preference for projects requiring travel to the Mediterranean.

Applicants must be current AIA members at the Graduate or Professional level; previous recipients are not eligible.

--- ## Description This fellowship supports individual scholarly projects related to Aegean Bronze Age Archaeology, with a particular emphasis on research that benefits from travel to the Mediterranean region. The award is designed to advance the understanding of the Aegean Bronze Age through new analysis, fieldwork, or scholarly synthesis. Allowable expenses include travel, research, and care for dependents or elderly family members. The Archaeological Institute of America (AIA) is committed to equal opportunity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: November 1, 2025 - Award notification: By March 1, 2026 - Fellowship tenure: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027 All application materials, including references and transcripts, must be received by the deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - Award amount: $6,000 (one-time, for a one-year project) - No institutional overhead or indirect costs are permitted. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or Canada, **or** actively pursuing an advanced degree at a North American college or university. - Applicants must be current [AIA members](https://www.archaeological.org/join/) at the Graduate or Professional level. - Previous Pomerance Fellows are not eligible. - The fellowship is open to individuals of all backgrounds; the AIA does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, nationality, or other protected categories. - Reasonable expenses for dependent or elder care are allowed. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [AIA Fellowships Application Form](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/applications/aia-fellowships/). - Submit all required materials by November 1, 2025: - Application form and attachments - Two letters of reference (submitted electronically) - Official or unofficial graduate transcripts (if applicable) - Prepare a detailed project proposal (max 1,000 words), including: - Statement of research goals and questions - Methodology and work plan - Timeline and itinerary - Justified budget (with all financial resources listed) - Qualifications and permissions status - Include a CV/resume and a one-page bibliography of relevant scholarship. - At fellowship conclusion, recipients must submit a report on the use of funds and project outcomes within 30 days. For detailed requirements and guidelines, see the [Fellowship Requirements and Application Guidelines](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/fellowship-guide/). --- ## Additional Information - Preference is given to projects requiring travel to the Mediterranean. - The fellowship cannot be used for institutional overhead or indirect costs. - Recipients are encouraged to present their research at the AIA Annual Meeting. - Awardees must submit a final report and may be asked to provide an abstract for conference presentation. --- ## External Links - [Fellowship Program Page](https://www.archaeological.org/grant/pomerance-fellowship/) - [Application Form](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/applications/aia-fellowships/) - [Fellowship Requirements and Application Guidelines](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/fellowship-guide/) - [AIA Membership Information](https://www.archaeological.org/join/) - [AIA Grants & Awards Overview](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Webpage | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | AIA Fellowship Coordinator | fellowships@archaeological.org | 857-305-9350 | [Contact AIA](https://www.archaeological.org/contact/) | ---

Harriet and Leon Pomerance Fellowship

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