Humanities Research Grants
Forecasted
Cornell University's Humanities Research Grants fund innovative individual and collaborative humanities research, including translation, public engagement, and student research support.
Funder: Cornell University
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per project; microgrants up to $1,000 for student research assistance; typically for activities through June of the award year.
Summary: Supports innovative humanities research by Cornell faculty, including individual, collaborative, and public-facing projects.
Key Information: Only one application cycle per year; applicants must not have received funding in the previous academic year.
Description
The Humanities Research Grants, administered by the Humanities Council at Cornell University, provide funding for a wide spectrum of humanities research initiatives. These grants are designed to foster innovative scholarship—ranging from traditional research and travel for book projects to collaborative, public-facing, and interdisciplinary activities that benefit the Cornell community. The program supports both individual and collaborative research, including translation projects and projects with potential for public engagement and social impact. Microgrants are available to support undergraduate and graduate student research assistance.
