Huntington Library Fellowships 2027–2028 – Research Funding Up to $50,000 for International Scholars
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens is inviting applications for its 2027–2028 Research Fellowships, offering funded opportunities for scholars from around the world to undertake advanced research in the humanities.
The Huntington’s Research Division administers one of the largest and most prestigious fellowship programmes supporting humanities scholarship in the United States. Each year, more than 150 fellowships are awarded to researchers seeking to use the institution’s extensive library and archival collections.
For the 2027–2028 fellowship year, opportunities are available through long-term fellowships, short-term fellowships, international travel grants and exchange fellowships with leading academic institutions in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Depending on the fellowship category, successful applicants can receive stipends ranging from $4,000 per month to $50,000.
Applications opened on 1 September 2026 and will close on 15 November 2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST).
About The Huntington
The Huntington is a research and cultural institution located in San Marino, California, United States. Its Research Division supports advanced scholarship in the humanities through access to extensive library, manuscript and archival collections.
The institution provides researchers with opportunities to investigate historical, literary, artistic and cultural subjects using its specialised research resources.
Through its fellowship programme, The Huntington supports scholars from different countries and academic backgrounds, encouraging research that contributes to the advancement of humanities scholarship.
The 2027–2028 programme offers several funding opportunities designed to accommodate different research projects, academic career stages and research durations.
Available Huntington Fellowship Opportunities
The 2027–2028 programme includes four main categories of research funding.
1. Long-Term Research Fellowships – Up to $50,000
The Huntington offers 14 long-term fellowships for researchers undertaking advanced humanities research using its collections.
These awards are divided into two categories:
Academic Year Fellowships
- Number of awards: 11–13.
- Duration: Nine months in residence.
- Stipend: $50,000.
These fellowships support scholars undertaking substantial research projects requiring an extended period of access to The Huntington’s collections.
Academic Term Fellowships
- Number of awards: 2–4.
- Duration: Four to five months in residence.
- Stipend: $25,000.
These opportunities support researchers who need a shorter residential period to advance their academic projects.
Berger Trust Future Leaders Fellowship in the History of British Art
This specialised fellowship supports research in the history of British art.
The award provides:
- Duration: Two to ten months.
- Stipend: $5,000 per month.
- Research locations: The Huntington and Trinity Hall, Cambridge.
Applicants interested in this fellowship should apply through the long-term fellowships application portal.
2. Short-Term Research Fellowships – $4,000 Per Month
The Huntington offers approximately 120 short-term fellowships for researchers who need temporary access to its collections.
These fellowships provide:
- Duration: One to three months.
- Stipend: $4,000 per month.
The awards are intended to support focused research projects that can benefit from access to The Huntington’s library and archival resources.
Short-term fellowships can be undertaken at any point during the 2027–2028 fellowship year.
3. International Travel Grants – $4,000
The programme offers six one-month travel grants supporting researchers undertaking academic research in libraries and archives outside the United States and Canada.
Successful applicants receive:
- Duration: One month.
- Stipend: $4,000.
These grants are intended for research projects requiring access to international archival and library collections.
4. International Exchange Fellowships
The Huntington also offers nine one-month exchange fellowships in partnership with universities and research institutions in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Participating institutions include:
- Corpus Christi College, Oxford.
- Jesus College, Oxford.
- Lincoln College, Oxford.
- New College, Oxford.
- Trinity Hall, Cambridge.
- Trinity College Dublin.
- University of Birmingham.
- University of Durham.
- John Rylands Research Institute and Library, University of Manchester.
Depending on the host institution, exchange fellows may receive either a stipend or accommodation and meals.
These opportunities provide researchers with access to international academic networks and specialised institutional collections.
Fellowship Duration and Important Dates
The Huntington fellowship year runs from 1 July 2027 to 30 June 2028.
The application and programme dates are as follows:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Opened | 1 September 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 15 November 2026 |
| Fellowship Year Begins | 1 July 2027 |
| Fellowship Year Ends | 30 June 2028 |
| Long-Term Fellowship Period | September–May |
| Short-Term Fellowship Period | Any time during the fellowship year |
Applicants should consult the individual fellowship guidelines for specific residency and scheduling requirements.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through The Huntington’s SurveyMonkey Apply application platform.
Interested researchers should follow these steps:
- Visit the official Huntington fellowship application portal.
- Register for an account using the green registration button.
- Create a username and password.
- Complete the online application form.
- Review the application guidelines for the selected fellowship category.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Submit the completed application before the deadline.
Applicants should ensure that their eligibility profiles are correctly updated if fellowship programmes do not appear after logging in.
Contact Information
For questions about the application process or fellowship opportunities, contact:
Email: fellowships@huntington.org
Final Thoughts
The Huntington Research Fellowships 2027–2028 offer valuable opportunities for humanities scholars seeking financial support and access to exceptional research collections.
With long-term awards of up to $50,000, short-term stipends of $4,000 per month and international exchange opportunities, the programme supports researchers at different stages of their academic careers.
Scholars working in the humanities who require access to specialised archival, historical, literary and cultural collections should explore the available fellowship categories and prepare their applications before the November deadline.
Applications close on 15 November 2026.
