Long-term Fellowship

Funding: $70,000 for a 9-month academic-year fellowship (2026-2027 rate); prorated for shorter terms. Who can apply: Scholars holding a terminal degree in their field, working on projects using Folger's collections; priority to work addressing inequities or marginalized subjects within early modern humanities; open to US and international scholars, independent scholars and early-career faculty welcomed. Length: 9 months standard (up to 3 months completable virtually); shorter academic-term fellowships also available. On-site or off-site housing options in Washington, DC; up to 3 of 9 months may be virtual (including for dependent-care support); access to Folger's rare book/manuscript collections and resident scholarly community. Field: Humanities. Applications close around 2026-12-15 (expected; confirm on the official site).