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Harvard University Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded)

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Exciting news — the Harvard Academy Scholars Program is currently open for applications. This article outlines the details, benefits, and how you can apply for this prestigious, fully funded scholarship opportunity.

About the Harvard Academy Scholars Program

The Harvard University Scholarship 2026–2027 is a fully funded postdoctoral opportunity for international students. Offered by the Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies, this program supports exceptional scholars in the early stages of their careers whose work demonstrates excellence in the social sciences or law, particularly when integrated with in-depth knowledge of countries or regions outside the U.S. or Canada.

Each year, four to six Academy Scholars are selected for two-year appointments. Scholars are expected to be in residence in the Cambridge/Boston area during their fellowship, except when conducting approved research travel.

Scholarship Summary

  • Level of Study: Postdoctoral / PhD

  • Institution: Harvard University

  • Location: USA

  • Fields of Focus: Social Sciences, Law (with regional or international emphasis)

  • Program Duration: 2 years

  • Application Deadline: September 20, 2025

    • (Next application cycle begins June 2025)

Scholarship Benefits

Selected Academy Scholars will receive:

  • An annual stipend of $75,000

  • Additional funding for:

    • Conference and research-related travel

    • Research assistants

    • Health insurance

  • Teaching is permitted but not required

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Harvard Academy Scholars Program, applicants must meet the following:

  • Language Requirement: Proficiency in English

  • Eligible Nationalities: Open to applicants from all countries

  • Academic Requirements:

    • Must hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree (earned within two years of the August 1, 2026 start date)

    • Advanced doctoral candidates (PhD students) in the social sciences or law may also apply, provided they can submit official degree conferral documentation by June 30, 2026

    • Applicants who have previously held a Harvard postdoctoral fellowship are not eligible

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for the Harvard Academy Scholars Program:

  1. Create an account and access the application portal here.

  2. Complete the online application form

  3. Upload the following documents as PDFs:

    • Cover letter stating your academic discipline, regional/country specialization, and proposed research topic

    • Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications

    • Research proposal (max. 2,500 words) outlining intellectual goals, methodology, and disciplinary approaches

    • PhD transcript (or equivalent academic record)

    • Three letters of recommendation (submitted directly by referees through the application portal)

All application components must be submitted online in PDF format by the deadline: September 20, 2025.

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