The prestigious Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship Program 2027–2028 is now accepting applications from outstanding individuals worldwide. Hosted by the Harvard Radcliffe Institute, this highly competitive fellowship provides fellows with financial support, access to Harvard’s world-class resources, and the opportunity to join a diverse interdisciplinary community. If you are a scholar, researcher, scientist, writer, journalist, artist, or public intellectual looking for time and resources to pursue an ambitious project then you shouldnot miss this opportunity.

Fellowship Overview

• Host Institution: Harvard Radcliffe Institute
• Location: Cambridge, USA
• Duration: September 2027 – May 2028 (9 months)
• Number of Fellowships: Approximately 50 annually
• Eligible Applicants: Scholars, scientists, artists, writers, journalists, and public intellectuals from around the world
• Application Fee: None mentioned
• Funding Type: Fully Funded Fellowship

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows will receive:

• Annual stipend of USD 78,000
• Additional USD 5,000 for project expenses
• Relocation and moving support
• Housing allowance
• Childcare assistance for eligible fellows
• Health insurance support (where applicable)
• Dedicated office or studio space
• Full access to Harvard libraries and research facilities
• Participation in workshops, networking events, and interdisciplinary collaborations

Eligible Fields

Applications are welcomed from:

• Humanities
• Social Sciences
• Creative Arts
• Nonfiction Writing
• Journalism
• Science
• Engineering
• Mathematics

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet discipline-specific requirements. Generally:

• Must have a strong record of professional achievement.
• Current degree-seeking students are not eligible.
• Former Radcliffe Fellows (since 1999) cannot apply.
• Academic applicants typically need a doctoral degree earned at least four years before the fellowship year.
• Writers, journalists, artists, and creative professionals must demonstrate significant professional accomplishments in their respective fields.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Online application form
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Project proposal (up to 1,400 words)
• Writing sample, research sample, or artistic portfolio (depending on discipline)
• Contact details of three referees for recommendation letters
• Additional supporting materials based on the selected field

Application Deadlines

• Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts, Nonfiction & Journalism: September 10, 2026
• Science, Engineering & Mathematics: October 1, 2026 Why Apply?

The Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship is one of the world’s most prestigious residential fellowship programs. Fellows become part of an intellectually vibrant community, receive substantial financial support, and gain access to the extensive resources of Harvard University while advancing impactful projects that address important global challenges.