American Antiquarian Society (AAS) - Hench Postdoctoral Fellowship

Official application instructions and eligibility requirements for American Antiquarian Society (AAS) research fellowships.

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DeadlineOctober 15, 2025 - 11:59 pm; Fellowship year begins on June 1 and ends on May 31; October 5 (Creative and Performing Artists and Writers deadline); 2024-25; Rates are valid through March 2027

Award amount$2,200; $44,000

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Hench Post-Dissertation Fellowship

A year-long residential fellowship at the American Antiquarian Society for scholars to revise their dissertation for publication, including a manuscript review colloquium.

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Deadline

2025-10-15

Award amount

$44,000

Eligibility

Scholars no more than three years beyond receipt of the doctorate; Projects relevant to the Society's library collections and programmatic scope (American history and culture through 1900); International scholars are welcome to apply

Requirements

Must be a residential fellowship; Must be revising a dissertation for publication

Application materials

CV (max 3 pages); Project proposal (max 6 double-spaced pages); Selective bibliography (max 1 page); Statement of previous support and current/expected academic appointments

How to apply

Complete an online application form; Attach a single PDF document containing all required materials

Important dates

Application Deadline: October 15, 2025 - 11:59pm

Contact

Nan Wolverton

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