About the Fellowship
The Radcliffe Fellowship at Harvard University offers a unique opportunity for exceptional individuals across disciplines to pursue advanced work in a supportive, interdisciplinary, and intellectually vibrant environment. Each year, around 50 fellows—scholars, scientists, artists, and practitioners—are selected to engage in projects with the potential to reshape their fields or create positive societal change. The fellowship encourages cross-disciplinary exchange, aligning with Harvard’s global vision of collaborative research and public impact.
Fellowship / Details
- Position Title: Radcliffe Fellow
- Host Institution: Harvard University – Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study
- Administering Body / Funding Agency: Harvard Radcliffe Institute
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
- Research Field(s): Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Creative Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies
- Fellowship Type: Residential Research Fellowship (Full-time)
- Level: Mid-career and senior-level, with early-career eligibility for some fields
- Fellowship Duration: 9 months
- Expected Start Date: September 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time, residential (as per institutional norms)
- Funding/Compensation: $78,000 for 9 months, plus $5,000 for project expenses, housing subsidy, relocation support, and health insurance
- Required Degree/Diploma: Doctorate or relevant terminal degree
Supported Research Fields / Areas
- History, Literature, and Philosophy
- Law, Economics, and Political Science
- Public Health and Global Affairs
- Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Journalism
- Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Sciences
- Technology and Data Science
- Practice-based research (e.g., in journalism, law, public policy)
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Doctorate (PhD or equivalent) or appropriate terminal degree completed at least two years prior to application
- Proven record of achievement in relevant field
- Open to applicants of all nationalities
- Full-time residential availability for the fellowship year
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong interdisciplinary research or creative project
- Publication or exhibition record
- Ability to engage with fellows across fields
- Demonstrated public impact or innovation in research
Not Eligible:
- Applicants who are graduate students at the time of application
- Those who held a Radcliffe Fellowship in the last 7 years
Fellowship/Job Benefits
- Monthly stipend or salary: $78,000 total for 9 months
- Health insurance: Included
- Travel allowance: Relocation support and project-related travel funds
- Visa sponsorship & relocation support: Provided
- Dependent support: Childcare funds available
- Research allowance / Professional development: $5,000 project fund
- Office/lab space and institutional resources: Full access provided
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake an ambitious, original research or creative project
- Reside in Cambridge and participate fully in the fellowship year
- Attend seminars, public lectures, and collaborative events
- Present work-in-progress
- Engage with the diverse interdisciplinary community at Radcliffe and Harvard
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit your application through the official online portal.
👉 https://radcliffe.onlineapplicationportal.com
Required Documents:
- Online Application Form
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research or Creative Project Proposal
- Work Samples (if applicable, e.g., art, writing)
- Personal Statement or Artist Statement
- Three Letters of Recommendation
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Now open
- Deadline:
- Humanities, Social Sciences, Creative Arts: 12 September 2024
- Sciences, Engineering, Mathematics: 3 October 2024
- Interview Period: Early 2025 (for shortlisted candidates)
Final Results Notification: By Spring 2025
Fellowship Start Date: September 2026
Where to Apply
- Institution Website: https://www.harvard.edu
- Official Fellowship Notification: Become a Radcliffe Fellow
- Apply Online Here: Harvard Radcliffe Institute Online Fellowship Application Portal – Login
