Call for Applications: I Tatti–Dumbarton Oaks Joint Fellowship Program 2026 (With Up to USD 42,800 in Funding)

Application Deadline: November 1, 2026

About the Fellowship

The I Tatti–Dumbarton Oaks Joint Fellowship Program is currently accepting applications. This prestigious fellowship is designed for scholars whose research focuses on cultural contacts, exchanges, and interactions between Italy and the East Christian world. It aims to promote innovative research that transcends traditional disciplinary and geographic boundaries, emphasizing connections within the late medieval and early modern Mediterranean. The fellowship provides a unique opportunity for scholars to engage deeply with primary sources, collaborate with leading experts, and contribute to a broader understanding of cross-cultural interactions during this dynamic period. It supports research that explores the rich tapestry of cultural, artistic, religious, and political exchanges that shaped the Mediterranean region. By fostering interdisciplinary approaches and encouraging exploration beyond conventional boundaries, the I Tatti–Dumbarton Oaks Joint Fellowship seeks to enhance scholarship on the interconnected histories and cultures of Italy and the East Christian world, offering fellows valuable resources and a vibrant scholarly community.

Fellowship Goals

The fellowship seeks to support scholars whose research examines cultural contacts, exchanges, and interactions between Italy and the East Christian world. It promotes research that extends beyond traditional disciplinary and geographic boundaries and explores connections within the late medieval and early modern Mediterranean.

Why This Fellowship Matters

The I Tatti–Dumbarton Oaks Joint Fellowship Program addresses the need for research that examines cultural contacts, exchanges, and interactions between Italy and the East Christian world. By supporting scholars whose work extends beyond traditional disciplinary and geographic boundaries, the program promotes exploration of connections within the late medieval and early modern Mediterranean. For scholars with backgrounds in Italian Renaissance and/or Byzantine Studies working on cultural contacts, exchanges, and interactions between Italy and the East Christian world, this fellowship offers:

• Minimum total grant value of USD 42,800
• Housing, travel, weekday meals (DC term), and relocation support
• I Tatti term: USD 5,200/month + relocation allowance
• Dumbarton Oaks term: USD 17,500 grant + USD 6,000 research grant + housing allowance

Benefits of I Tatti–Dumbarton Oaks Joint Fellowship Program

• Minimum total grant value: USD 42,800
• Includes housing, travel, weekday meals (DC term), and relocation support
• I Tatti term: USD 5,200/month + relocation allowance
• Dumbarton Oaks term: USD 17,500 grant + USD 6,000 research grant + housing allowance

Supported Activities

The I Tatti–Dumbarton Oaks Joint Fellowship Program supports research that pursues the following:

• Cultural contacts, exchanges, and interactions between Italy and the East Christian world
• Research extending beyond traditional disciplinary and geographic boundaries
• Exploration of connections within the late medieval and early modern Mediterranean

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Hold a PhD
• Have background in Italian Renaissance and/or Byzantine Studies
• Be proficient in English and have at least reading knowledge of Italian

Fellowship Details

• Minimum total grant value: USD 42,800
• Housing, travel, weekday meals (DC term), and relocation support are included
• I Tatti term: USD 5,200/month + relocation allowance
• Dumbarton Oaks term: USD 17,500 grant + USD 6,000 research grant + housing allowance

How to Apply

Application Link: Click here to apply

For More Information: Visit the Official I Tatti–Dumbarton Oaks Joint Fellowship Program Page