W.E.B. Du Bois Research Institute Fellowship Program

Who can apply: Pre-doctoral (dissertation-stage) and post-doctoral scholars conducting individual research related to African and African American Studies; specific categories have their own eligibility criteria. Length: One to two semesters (varies by fellowship category). Harvard University ID card with library/facility access, Harvard email and internet access, and office space with support and supplies. Field: African American Studies. Deadline: Rolling annual cycle; 2026-2027 cycle deadline was January 16, 2026 (next cycle deadline to be announced, typically mid-January).