Funding
The UCHRI is currently accepting applications for the 2021-2022 Graduate Student Dissertation Support grant, which offers funds to support dissertation work for UC PhD students in the humanities and humanistic social sciences. Apply by November 30, 2020!
Overview
The University of California Humanities Research Institute (UCHRI) is now accepting applications for the Graduate Student Dissertation Support Grant 2021-2022, which supports dissertation work for UC PhD students in the humanities and humanistic social sciences. Support may include travel expenses for dissertation research, supplies such as books or copies directly related to the dissertation topic, and fees for summer institutes likely to advance the dissertation (such as language or theory programs). Funds may not be requested for rent or other regular living expenses.
Please note that grant funds may only be used for projects taking place between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022. Plan your research travel accordingly, and note that applicants should be prepared to present working group plans aligned with COVID-19-related restrictions on travel and in-person gatherings. As long as University-wide restrictions remain in place, UCHRI funds cannot support travel or other expenses for in-person meetings.
Deadline
11:59pm PT on November 30, 2020
Eligibility
UC humanities and humanistic social science PhD students in good standing who have advanced to candidacy and completed at least one chapter of their dissertation.
Award
Up to $1,000.