Gilder Lehrman Scholarly Fellowships 2026: $3,000 for American History Research in New York City
Applications are open for the Gilder Lehrman Institute Scholarly Fellowships 2026, offering short-term research funding of $3,000 to doctoral candidates, faculty, and independent scholars conducting American history research in New York City.
Overview
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History awards annual short-term research fellowships valued at $3,000 each to support scholars conducting research using historical collections and resources in New York City. For the competition, the Institute expects to award ten Scholarly Fellowships. While projects covering all aspects of American history are eligible, particular attention is given to three priority fields: Colonial American history, Slavery and abolition studies, and Cold War studies. Successful Fellows must complete their funded research in New York City within one year of notification.
Eligibility
- Open internationally, welcoming applicants outside the United States.
- Doctoral candidates working on American history.
- College and university faculty members at every academic rank.
- Independent scholars not currently employed in traditional university faculty positions.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online and must include the following components:
- A 2–5 page project proposal detailing the research topic, primary sources, and an anticipated budget.
- A curriculum vitae (CV) with no stated page length limit.
- Two letters of recommendation from established scholars.
Deadline
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, October 26, 2026.