Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship 2027–28 Opens Applications for Global Scholars, Scientists and Journalists

Applications are now open for the Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship 2027–28, a prestigious fully funded programme that brings accomplished scholars, scientists, artists, journalists and practitioners from around the world to Harvard Radcliffe Institute in the United States for a year of independent research and creative work.

Hosted at Harvard University, the fellowship supports approximately 50 fellows annually, providing them with time, resources and an interdisciplinary environment to pursue ambitious projects and develop new ideas, methods and collaborations.

Fellowship at a Glance

• Host Country: United States
• Institution: Harvard Radcliffe Institute
• Duration: One year
• Number of Fellows: Approximately 50
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Application Deadline: October 1, 2026

Financial Support

Selected fellows will receive a comprehensive support package that includes:

• Annual stipend of $78,000
• Up to $5,000 for project expenses
• Relocation assistance to and from the United States
• Housing support
• Childcare assistance
• Healthcare options
• Dedicated office or studio space at Radcliffe Yard
• Visiting fellow appointment at Harvard University
• Access to Harvard libraries, archives and research facilities
• Funding support to hire research partners
• Professional development and networking opportunities

Interdisciplinary Community

The fellowship is designed to bring together experts from diverse disciplines, creating opportunities for collaboration and intellectual exchange. Fellows become part of a global network of researchers, artists and thought leaders while benefiting from Harvard's academic ecosystem.

Areas of Work

The fellowship welcomes applications across a broad range of disciplines:

Humanities and Social Sciences

Fields include:

• Anthropology
• Economics
• Education
• Environmental Studies
• History
• Law
• Literature
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Public Policy
• Public Health
• Sociology
• Urban Planning
• Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies
• African-American Studies
• American Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Religion and many others

Creative Arts

Applications are invited from:

• Fiction and nonfiction writers
• Journalists
• Poets
• Filmmakers
• Video artists
• Playwrights
• Music composers
• Visual artists

Science, Engineering and Mathematics

Eligible fields include:

• Biology and Medical Sciences
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Earth and Planetary Sciences
• Engineering
• Mathematics
• Materials Science
• Physics and Astronomy
• Statistics

Eligibility Criteria

The fellowship is open to applicants of all nationalities.

Key requirements include:

• Demonstrated record of significant independent work, research, publications, exhibitions or performances
• Applicants should be established professionals in their respective fields
• Current master's or doctoral students are generally not eligible, except under specific conditions where dissertation requirements have been completed and field-specific criteria are met

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Online application form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Project proposal with bibliography
• Writing sample or portfolio of work
• Letters of recommendation

Application Process

Interested candidates must first create an account through the fellowship application portal and then select the appropriate application category:

• Humanities and Social Sciences
• Creative Arts (including Journalism and Nonfiction)
• Science, Engineering and Mathematics

For complete eligibility requirements and application guidelines, visit:

Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship Program Official Page

The fellowship is regarded as one of the world's most competitive interdisciplinary residential programmes, offering participants the opportunity to pursue transformative work while engaging with Harvard's global academic community.