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ACLS Public Fellows Program

Organization of American Historians

Key Information

Eligibility Requirements

  • Age/Grade Level:
    have a PhD in the humanities or humanistic social sciences conferred between January 1, 2013 and June 12, 2016;
  • Financial Need:
    Not Mentioned
  • Other Academic Requirements:
    Must have defended and deposited their dissertations no later than the application deadline of March 24, 2016; and competitive applicants will have been successful in both academic and extra-academic experiences.
  • Residence:
    Possess permanent resident status (or US citizenship)
  • Citizenship:
    Possess US citizenship (or permanent resident status)
  • Major/Career:
    PhD in the humanities or humanistic social sciences
  • Miscellaneous:
    Not have applied to any other ACLS fellowship programs in the 2015-16 competition year (excluding the ACLS Digital Extension Grant program).
  • Other Benefits:
    Health insurance coverage for the fellow, and up to $3,000 in professional development funds over the course of the fellowship

Application Details

  • Judging Criteria:
    Reviewers will look for:1. applicants academic accomplishment and success,2. demonstrated relationship between past experience and specified position, and3. commitment to pursuing a career in the public and/or nonprofit sector.
  • Transcript:
    Not required
  • Resume/Activity List:
    Required
  • Essay:
    Applications must include: 1-page candidate statement
  • Recommendation Letters:
    2 reference letters
  • Other Materials:
    Applications must include: completed application form; 1-2-page cover letter tailored to a specific position

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