Mellon Foundation Native American Scholars Initiative (NASI) Predoctoral Fellowship
A nine-month residential fellowship at the American Philosophical Society for advanced doctoral students conducting Indigenous-focused research with access to APS archives and professional development.
Funder: American Philosophical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027
Funding Amounts: $25,000 stipend for nine months, plus $10,000 health insurance offset, $5,000 travel/research fund, and $750 relocation cost
Summary: A nine-month residential fellowship at the American Philosophical Society for advanced doctoral students, especially Indigenous scholars, supporting dissertation research and collaboration with Indigenous communities.
Key Information: Open to non-U.S. citizens/residents but does not provide visa sponsorship.
Description
The Mellon Foundation Native American Scholars Initiative (NASI) Predoctoral Fellowship is a nine-month, residential fellowship at the American Philosophical Society's Library & Museum in Philadelphia. It is designed for advanced doctoral students—particularly Native American and Indigenous scholars, or those working collaboratively with Indigenous communities—to support dissertation research. Fellows are based at the Center for Native American and Indigenous Research (CNAIR), which promotes collaboration between scholars, archives, and Indigenous communities throughout the Americas. The fellowship provides access to APS resources, professional development activities, and integration into the Society's intellectual community.
