Graduate Sabbatical Grants – $15,000 for PhD & Postdocs

Graduate Sabbatical Grants by IHS – Up to $15,000 for PhD Candidates & Postdocs

About the Grant/Fellowship

The Graduate Sabbatical Grants offered by the Institute for Humane Studies (IHS) provide exceptional PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows with the opportunity to focus on significant academic milestones without the burden of teaching or research responsibilities. With awards of up to $15,000, the grant supports scholars seeking uninterrupted time to complete dissertations, prepare publications, or engage in impactful research. This prestigious opportunity aligns with IHS’s mission to foster innovative ideas and supports scholars at a critical phase of their academic careers.

Grant/Fellowship Details

Position: Graduate Sabbatical Grant
Institution: Institute for Humane Studies (IHS)
Administering Body: Institute for Humane Studies
Location: United States (Remote and Institutional Flexibility)
Research Field: Humanities and Social Sciences (aligned with IHS focus areas)
Type: Fellowship
Duration: One academic semester (Renewable upon exceptional progress)
Start Date (Anticipated): Rolling (submit at least 3 months before start of semester)
Working Hours: As per institutional norms (buy-out from teaching or research duties)
Funding/Compensation: Up to $15,000 per semester
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD Candidacy (ABD) or Postdoctoral Fellow status

Research Areas Supported

Political Science
Economics
History
Philosophy
Law
Sociology
Public Policy
Other disciplines aligned with classical liberal or IHS-focused themes

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Enrolled as a full-time PhD student who has advanced to candidacy (ABD), or a current postdoctoral fellow
Applications open to students at any university
International students eligible
Previous applicants and recipients welcome to reapply

Preferred Qualifications:

Research clearly aligned with IHS’s mission and thematic interests
Demonstrated ability to meet academic milestones such as dissertation completion, publications, or major conference presentations

Not Eligible:

Institutional overhead or indirect cost coverage is not allowed under the grant

Fellowship/Job Benefits

Up to $15,000 for sabbatical semester
Rolling application and flexible start date
Eligible for additional opportunities like the Humane Studies Fellowship
No residency requirement—flexible location
Progress tracking and renewal option for outstanding scholars

Key Responsibilities

Focus on completing significant academic work (e.g., dissertation, publication, or major conference output)
Submit periodic updates to IHS on milestones and progress
Participate in optional professional development and IHS network events

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit an online application via the IHS portal.

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Required Documents:

Completed application form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Research proposal or project summary
Timeline of academic milestones
Recommendation letters (as requested)

Important Dates

Application Opens: Rolling
Deadline: Rolling (Recommended: Apply at least 3 months before the sabbatical semester)
Final Results Notification: Within 8 weeks of application submission