Paul Oskar Kristeller Fellowships
The Paul Oskar Kristeller Fellowships from the Renaissance Society of America support diverse research on the Renaissance (1300–1700), excluding Art History, by funding essential scholarly activities.
Funder: Renaissance Society of America
Due Dates: September 16, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,000 per fellowship; up to 10 awarded annually; short-term research support.
Summary: Supports short-term research (excluding Art History) on the Renaissance (1300–1700), funding diverse scholarly expenses for RSA members, with preference for early career and contingent scholars.
Key Information: Applicants must be RSA members for at least 12 months prior to applying; strict eligibility and project restrictions apply.
Description
The Paul Oskar Kristeller Fellowships, administered by the Renaissance Society of America (RSA), provide competitive short-term funding for research projects in any discipline except Art History, with a focus on the Renaissance period (1300–1700). The fellowships are intended to support a wide variety of scholarly expenses, such as copy-editing, digital access, research travel, publication subventions, and dependent care. The program places priority on contingent faculty, independent and self-employed scholars, graduate students, early career researchers, and those with limited publication histories, aiming to foster innovative scholarship and broaden participation in Renaissance studies.
