American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) Program in East European Studies - Dissertation Fellowships

American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)

Amount: $35,000 (stipend) + health insurance + research allowance
Deadline: November 15 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: phd
Renewable: No

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About

These fellowships support doctoral candidates in the humanities and social sciences who are completing dissertations on East Europe. The program aims to advance the field of East European Studies.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US, Permanent Resident
  • GPA: N/A
  • Doctoral candidates in the humanities and social sciences whose dissertation research is on East Europe

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Dissertation Proposal
  • Writing Sample
  • CV
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation

Timeline

Applications open in August. Deadline in November. Notifications in April.

Tips

Demonstrate a deep understanding of East Europe and scholarly approaches. Submit a well-researched and compelling proposal. Highlight language proficiency.