Historically, competitive candidates have already made at least significant progress on their dissertations. Each year, more than 275 individuals submit applications for Academy Scholarships. From this pool four to six Academy Scholars are named for two-year appointments. The amount of the stipend awarded will depend on the situation of the individual. This stipend is supplemented by funding for conference and research travel, and some health insurance coverage.
Applicants are welcome from any accredited university without regard to nationality.
Applications for the 2000-2001 class of Academy Scholars are available. Contact the program for deadlines. There is no application form. Faxed application materials will not be accepted. Finalists will be invited to Cambridge for an interview with the Senior Scholars in early December 1999.