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

November 1, 2026

Up to $12,000 for travel and study, award period July 1–June 30 of following year

Supports graduate dissertation research through travel and study in Italy, the western Mediterranean, or North Africa.

All application materials, including references and transcripts, must be received by the deadline.

--- ## Description The fellowship supports graduate students engaged in dissertation research by funding travel and study in Italy, the western Mediterranean, or North Africa. It honors the memory of John R. Coleman and aims to foster new insights into the archaeology, history, and culture of these regions through direct engagement with sites, archives, and materials. The award is intended for research-related travel and study (excluding field excavation projects and institutional overhead) between July 1 of the award year and June 30 of the following year. --- ## Due Dates - November 1, 2026: Full application deadline — all application materials (including application form, attachments, letters of reference, and transcripts if applicable) must be received by the AIA. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to $12,000 - Duration: Travel and study must occur between July 1 of the award year and June 30 of the following year - Funds may not be used for field excavation projects, institutional overhead, administrative recovery, or indirect costs. - Reasonable costs for care of dependent or elderly family members are allowable. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be current AIA members at the Graduate or Professional level and maintain membership through the end of the fellowship term and subsequent submission of an abstract and/or presentation at the annual meeting. - Must be engaged in dissertation research in a U.S. graduate program. - The fellowship is not open to current officers, staff, or members of the AIA Governing Board, Fellowships Committee, or their immediate families. - Research must focus on travel and study in Italy, the western Mediterranean, or North Africa. - The fellowship does not support field excavation projects. --- ## Application Process - Complete the [AIA Fellowships application form](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/applications/aia-fellowships/) (login required). - Submit all required materials by November 1, 2026: - Application form and attachments - Two letters of reference (submitted electronically) - Official or unofficial graduate transcript(s) (if doctorate not yet awarded) - Curriculum Vitae or resume - Project abstract (200 words) - Detailed project proposal (max 1,000 words) - Selected bibliography (max 1 page) - Research itinerary and justified budget - Ensure references receive and respond to the AIA's email request to submit recommendations by the deadline. - All materials must be submitted electronically unless otherwise arranged. - Award recipients must submit a final report within 30 days of fellowship completion and are expected to submit an abstract to the AIA Program Committee within two years. --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship is announced by March 1 following the deadline. - The AIA welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and is committed to equal opportunity. - For full requirements and guidelines, see the [Fellowship Requirements and Application Guidelines](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/fellowship-guide/). - Reasonable expenses for dependent or elder care may be included in the budget. --- ## External Links - [Fellowship Details and Past Recipients](https://www.archaeological.org/grant/coleman-traveling-fellowship/) - [Fellowship Requirements & Application Guidelines](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/fellowship-guide/) - [AIA Fellowships Application Form](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/applications/aia-fellowships/) - [AIA Grants & Awards Overview](https://www.archaeological.org/programs/professionals/grants-awards/) - [AIA Membership Information](https://www.archaeological.org/join/) --- ## Contact Information | Role | Contact | |--------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Fellowship Coordinator | [fellowships@archaeological.org](mailto:fellowships@archaeological.org) | | General AIA Inquiries | [Contact Page](https://www.archaeological.org/contact/) | | Phone | 857-305-9350 |

John R. Coleman Traveling Fellowship

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