Andrew W. Mellon Fellowship Program (VMHC Research Fellowships)

Funding: $1,000 per week typical for those traveling farther; supports 1-2 week research visits. Who can apply: Doctoral candidates (must have advanced to candidacy); master's students and undergrads NOT eligible. Length: 1-2 week research visit. Funded via Mellon Foundation matching grant and individual gifts; VMHC also runs the separate Conrad M. Hall Fellowship Program. Field: Virginia and American history research using VMHC archival collections, Richmond VA. Deadline: Check VMHC site for current annual deadline.