Mount Vernon Research Fellowship 2027–2028: Fully Funded Fellowship in the USA

The George Washington Presidential Library Research Fellowship at George Washington’s Mount Vernon offers funded research opportunities for scholars studying the early American period, including colonial America, the Revolutionary era and the early American republic.

The fellowship is open to both U.S. and international applicants and provides housing, a stipend and travel reimbursement.

Mount Vernon Fellowship 2027–2028 – Quick Facts

• Host: George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon
• Location: Virginia, USA
• Duration: 1, 3 or 6 months
• Eligibility: U.S. and international applicants
• Fields: Early American history and related research
• Deadline: 31 December 2026

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows receive:

• Housing on the Library campus
• $3,000 stipend for 1-month fellowships
• $10,000 stipend for 3-month fellowships
• $20,000 stipend for 6-month fellowships
• Round-trip airfare or mileage reimbursement of up to $1,000
• Access to the Library’s research collections and staff support

Who Can Apply?

The fellowship is open to:

• Academics
• Public historians
• Independent scholars
• Curators
• Material culture and decorative arts professionals
• Preservationists
• Graduate students

Applicants should be conducting research related to the early American period and demonstrate how the Library’s collections will support their project.

Application Requirements

Applicants need to submit:

• CV or résumé
• Two recommendation letters
• Research proposal of no more than six double-spaced pages, explaining the project and expected outcomes

How to Apply

Applications for the 2027–2028 Research Fellowship Program are currently being accepted. Applicants should prepare their research proposal and supporting documents and submit the application before the deadline.

Deadline: 31 December 2026

Official Mount Vernon Research Fellowship Page

Why Apply?

This fellowship provides scholars with the opportunity to conduct research at one of the important collections for studying George Washington, colonial America and the founding era, while receiving financial support for housing, travel and research time.