Candidates will be selected based on their research interests, previous experience, and fulfilment of eligibility criteria.
Houghton Library Visiting Fellowships 2026
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Eligibility
PhD/postdoctoral students, scholars, curators, cultural heritage professionals
Region
United States
Award
Monthly stipend of $4,500 (approx. ₹3,99,120.75)
Deadline
Closed
About The Program
The Houghton Library Visiting Fellowships 2026 are offered by Harvard University's Houghton Library to PhD/postdoctoral students, scholars, curators, cultural heritage professionals. This prestigious program supports 15 scholars at all stages of their careers to pursue research projects requiring in-depth study of the library's rare book and manuscript collections. Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of $4,500( approx. ₹3,99,120.75).
Source: library.harvard.edu
EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed
To be eligible, an applicant must:-
- be of any nationality
- be at least 18 years of age
- be a doctoral student, post-doctoral scholar, academic, independent scholar, curator, or library/archive/museum professional
- not have received a Houghton fellowship within the past 5 years (if previously awarded)
Benefits
The selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend of $4,500 during the tenure of their appointment.
(Note:- Fellowships are not awarded to scholars residing within commuting distance of Houghton Library.)
Documents
- Project proposal
- Preliminary list of Houghton Library collection materials
- Curriculum vitae
- One letter of reference
How can you apply?
Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required registration details (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID).
Step 3: Click on the 'APPLY' button.
Step 4: Scroll down and again click on the ‘Apply’ button at the end of the page.
Step 5: Click on the ‘Sign Up’ link.
Step 6: Enter your email ID and the other mentioned details and click on the ‘Continue’ button.
Step 7: Create a strong password.
Step 8: Log in to your account using your email ID and password and proceed with your application.
Important Dates
Application Deadline:16 January 2026
Selection Criteria
Terms and Conditions
- Applicants may reapply annually; however, a 5-year gap is required between two application to be considered for the fellowship.
- Fellows must spend four weeks in residence at Houghton within their fellowship year (July to June).
- They are responsible for any taxes associated with their award stipend and for finalizing their visit dates before arrival.
- Fellows are expected to provide a written summary of their research experience with the collections.
- They must arrange their own travel and accommodation.
Contact Details
Houghton Library Harvard University Cambridge,
MA 02138 United States
Email ID: accardo@fas.harvard.edu l Phone number: 617-496-4027
Important Links
Apply online link
FAQ's
Question: Who is offering the Houghton Library Visiting Fellowships 2026 opportunity?
Answer: The Harvard University's Houghton Library is offering this opportunity.
Question: How much is the fellowship worth?
Answer: The fellowship provides a monthly stipend of $4,500( approx. ₹3,99,120.75).
Question: Who is eligible for the Houghton Library Visiting Fellowships 2026?
Answer: Doctoral students, post-doctoral scholars, academics, independent scholars, curators, and library/archive/museum professionals of all nationalities are eligible to apply for the fellowship.
Question: What is the last date to apply for the Houghton Library Visiting Fellowships 2026?
Answer: The last date to apply is 16 January 2026.
Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer: The application is online through the Harvard Houghton Library fellowship portal.
Question: How long is the residency period?
Answer: Fellows are required to be in residence at Houghton Library for four weeks i.e. from June to July of their fellowship year.
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