Humanities Fellowships - Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection
Humanities Fellowships support early-career humanities professionals through immersive projects, expert mentorship, and professional development to build a foundation for careers in the humanities.
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Funder: Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection
Due Dates: February 1, 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $26,000 stipend plus $1,000 professional development allowance for a September–May fellowship
Summary: Humanities Fellowships support early-career humanities careers through immersive projects, expert mentorship, and professional development at Dumbarton Oaks and a Washington, DC, cultural partner.
Key Information: Restricted to Harvard College graduating seniors and graduates within two years, with citizenship, residency, or OPT eligibility requirements.
Description
Humanities Fellowships at Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection help early-career professionals build a foundation for careers in the humanities. Affiliated with Harvard University and offered through its Harvard Programs, the fellowship combines immersive project work with guidance from professional experts and structured professional development.
The experience is shared between Dumbarton Oaks and a partner cultural institution in Washington, DC. Practical experience and mentorship are central to the program, connecting fellows’ intellectual interests with their professional goals. The fellowship runs from September through May and includes a stipend, a professional development allowance, housing, and access to campus benefits.
