Visiting Researchers - Russell Sage Foundation
Russell Sage Foundation's Visiting Researchers program offers short-term, in-residence fellowships for scholars working on projects relevant to the Foundation’s priority areas.
Funder: Russell Sage Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2026 (Application) | June 2026 (Decision)
Funding Amounts: No direct financial support; in-residence office, resources, and possible partial housing subsidy provided
Summary: Short-term, in-residence fellowships for post-PhD scholars to conduct research aligned with the Foundation’s social science priorities.
Key Information: Fellowship is non-stipendiary; applicants must secure their own funding.
Description
The Russell Sage Foundation’s Visiting Researchers program provides short-term, in-residence fellowships (up to 5 months, occasionally up to 10) for scholars several years past the PhD who are working on research relevant to the Foundation’s core program areas. While in residence at the Foundation’s New York City office, Visiting Researchers receive office space, computer and library access, and may be eligible for partially subsidized housing if coming from outside the NYC area. The program is designed to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration among social scientists, journalists, and RSF staff through seminars, lunch discussions, and informal interactions. Fellows are expected to spend the majority of their time at RSF, actively participating in the intellectual community.
