Harvard Academy Scholar Program
Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies
Website
http://www.wcfia.harvard.edu/academy
Targeted Fields
Social sciences, history, law
Program Summary
The purpose of the Academy Scholars Program is to identify and support outstanding scholars who are at the start of their careers and whose work combines disciplinary excellence in the social sciences (including history and law) with an in-depth grounding in particular non-Western countries or regions. Those selected as Academy Scholars are given time, guidance, access to Harvard facilities, and substantial financial assistance as they work for two years conducting either dissertation or postdoctoral research in their chosen fields and areas.
Eligibility
The competition for these awards is open only to doctoral candidates (Ph.D. or comparable professional school degree) or recent recipients of these degrees who may already hold teaching or research positions. Candidates for advanced degrees must have completed all course work and general examinations by the time of application. Historically, competitive candidates have already made at least significant progress on their dissertations. Applications are welcome from any qualified person without
regard to nationality.
Stipend
The amount of the stipend awarded will depend on the situation of the individual. Predoctoral Scholars will receive an annual stipend of $25,000, and postdoctoral Scholars will receive an annual stipend of $38,000. This stipend is supplemented by funding for conference and research travel, and some health insurance coverage.
Deadline
10/15/2002
Application
There is no application form. The following materials are required for a complete application:
* a current curriculum vitae, including a list of publications (include 3 copies)
* a statement of the applicant's planned research and intellectual objectives for the next two years and how appointment as an Academy Scholar will contribute to his or her career goals - no more than 10 pages double-spaced (include 3 copies)
* an official copy of each graduate transcript
* three letters of recommendation
* a cover letter which succinctly states the applicant's academic field, country, or region of specialization, and proposed or actual research topic (include 3 copies)
Please do not staple materials. Faxed or emailed application materials will not be accepted.
Finalists will be invited to Cambridge, MA, for interviews with the Senior Scholars in December 2002.
For complete guideline and application information please contact
The Academy Scholars Program
Harvard Academy for International and Area Studies
1033 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: (617) 495-2137
Fax: (617) 384-9259
E-mail: bbaiter@wcfia.harvard.edu
<http://www.wcfia.harvard.edu/academy>
Published: Wednesday, December 01, 2004