OI-NEH Postdoctoral Fellowship
Forecasted
The OI-NEH Postdoctoral Fellowship from the Omohundro Institute supports research and writing in early American history within a collaborative academic environment.
Funder: Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (OI-NEH Postdoctoral Fellowship application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000/month stipend; additional $500/month housing subvention; healthcare benefits; 6-, 9-, or 12-month residency options
Summary: Supports early career scholars in early American history with research, writing, and scholarly engagement at the Omohundro Institute.
Key Information: NEH funding for future years is uncertain; private funding supported 2025-26, so program status may change—check program page for updates.
Description
The OI-NEH Postdoctoral Fellowship provides early career scholars in early American history and culture the opportunity to focus on research and writing in a collaborative academic environment at the Omohundro Institute. Fellows engage with senior and editorial staff, participate in scholarly activities, and benefit from access to research facilities at William & Mary and local resources such as Historic Jamestowne and the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation. The fellowship is flexible regarding publication requirements, allowing fellows to submit their work through regular review processes or publish elsewhere. The program aims to foster scholarly development and collaboration within the field.
