Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program – United States

Harvard Radcliffe Institute

Fellowships
USA
June 22, 2026

About the Fellowship

The Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program is a one-year opportunity for scholars, scientists, writers, artists, and public thinkers. It allows selected fellows to focus fully on their research or creative project. Fellows work in an open and supportive environment at Harvard University. They also get access to rich academic resources and libraries. The program encourages new ideas that solve real-world problems in society, science, education, and policy. It also supports projects about gender, women, and social change. Fellows are expected to share their work with wider audiences, not only academic communities. This fellowship is highly competitive and brings together people from different fields to exchange ideas and create impactful work.

About Organization

Item	Details
Country	United States
City	Cambridge, Massachusetts
Organization	Harvard Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study
Parent University	Harvard University
Founded	1999 (Radcliffe Institute); 1636 (Harvard University)
Type	Academic research institute
Focus	Interdisciplinary research and fellowship programs

Fellowship Details

Item	Details
Host Country	United States
Host Institution	Harvard Radcliffe Institute
Study Levels	Researchers, scholars, artists, writers (all career stages)
Gender	Male and Female
Application Deadline	Sep 10, 2026 (Humanities & Arts), Oct 1, 2026 (STEM fields)
Type	Fully funded fellowship (research program)

Benefits of the Fellowship

Full-year research support
Financial stipend
Access to Harvard libraries
Office and workspace provided
Academic networking opportunities
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Public presentation opportunities

What is NOT Included

Tuition or degree program
Family relocation support
Guaranteed publication support
Permanent job placement
Travel for family members

Who Can Apply

Scholars from any discipline
Writers and journalists
Scientists and engineers
Artists and creative professionals
Early, mid, and senior career researchers
People with strong research or creative projects

Who Cannot Apply

Students currently enrolled in a degree program
Past Radcliffe Fellows (1999–present)
Applicants without a clear project proposal
Incomplete application submissions

Required Documents

Online application form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Project proposal (about 1400 words)
Writing or work sample
Three recommendation letters
Bibliography (if needed)

How to Apply

Step 1: Create an online account on the official portal
Step 2: Fill in personal and academic details
Step 3: Upload CV, proposal, and work sample
Step 4: Enter referee information for recommendation letters
Step 5: Submit application before the deadline

FAQ

What is the Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship Program?
It is a one-year fellowship that supports researchers, writers, and artists to complete important independent projects at Harvard University.

Who can apply for this fellowship?
Anyone from academia, science, arts, journalism, or public policy with a strong project can apply, except current students.

Is the fellowship fully funded?
Yes, selected fellows receive financial support and full research facilities for one academic year.

Do I need to be a professor to apply?
No, applicants do not need to have tenure. All career levels can apply.

Can international applicants apply?
Yes, applicants from all countries are welcome.

What is the selection process based on?
Applications are reviewed based on originality, impact, and clarity of the proposed project.

Apply on the official website