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SSS Fellowship for Social Science Researchers at the Univeristy of Princeton, US 2027-28

Key information

Organization
School of Social Science, Institute for Advanced Study, University of Princeton
Location
United States
Opportunity type
scholarship
Education
Ph.D. holders or equivalent
Deadline
October 15, 2026
Published
October 4, 2026
Eligible gender
Male/Female
Study level
Ph.D. holders or equivalent
Funding
Partial salary support (up to 50%) and stipends
Program language
English
Program duration
Full academic year (September to May)
Eligible countries
All countries
Eligible applicants
Junior and senior scholars in social sciences and related fields
Host institution
School of Social Science, Institute for Advanced Study, University of Princeton
Available awards
Approximately 20 fellows
Focus areas
Social sciences, with an optional theme of Emerging Forces in Political Economy

Quick summary

Are you a researcher looking to enhance your academic journey with a prestigious fellowship? Have you searched for opportunities to advance your work in the social sciences or related disciplines? The School of Social Science at the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) at Princeton University is now inviting applications for its annual fellowship program. Approximately 20 scholars worldwide are selected each year to join the Institute as residential fellows. About half of the fellows are chosen based on the year’s designated theme, while the others work on independent projects.

Requirements: Prepare and submit these documents: Completed online application form Research proposal (up to 4 pages) Curriculum vitae (CV) Writing sample (up to 50 pages in English)

Benefits: You will benefit from the following items: Partial stipend covering up to 50% of base salary (up to $80,000) Access to campus resources, including offices, libraries, and dining services Subsidized campus housing Modest research fund for non-travel expenses (up to $800) Relocation assistance and supplemental support for child care and health insurance (subject to eligibility)

How to apply: Apply through the official IAS online portal. Ensure all documents are uploaded and the application submitted before the deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered, and you cannot modify your application once it has been submitted. Apply Now

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Overview

Are you a researcher looking to enhance your academic journey with a prestigious fellowship? Have you searched for opportunities to advance your work in the social sciences or related disciplines? The School of Social Science at the Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) at Princeton University is now inviting applications for its annual fellowship program.

Approximately 20 scholars worldwide are selected each year to join the Institute as residential fellows. About half of the fellows are chosen based on the year’s designated theme, while the others work on independent projects. The 2027-2028 fellowship theme is “Understanding Ai,” but scholars are not required to focus on the theme to apply.

Fellows will have access to world-class facilities, including libraries, offices, and subsidized housing and dining services. This prestigious program provides scholars with the opportunity to immerse themselves in an intellectually stimulating environment while advancing their research in the related fiedls.

Requirements

Prepare and submit these documents

Completed online application form

Research proposal (up to 4 pages)

Curriculum vitae (CV)

Writing sample (up to 50 pages in English)

Eligibility

You must meet these requirements

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree awarded no later than October 15, 2026

Open to junior and senior scholars, irrespective of nationality or institutional affiliation

Fellowship is residential and requires full-time commitment for the academic year

Projects do not need to align with the year’s theme, but theme-related proposals are welcome

Benefits

You will benefit from the following items

Partial stipend covering up to 50% of base salary (up to $80,000)

Access to campus resources, including offices, libraries, and dining services

Subsidized campus housing

Modest research fund for non-travel expenses (up to $800)

Relocation assistance and supplemental support for child care and health insurance (subject to eligibility)

How to apply

Apply through the official IAS online portal.

Ensure all documents are uploaded and the application submitted before the deadline.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered, and you cannot modify your application once it has been submitted.

For further inquiries, applicants may contact the IAS via email at [email protected] for program-related questions or [email protected] for technical assistance with the application portal. You may also check the official IAS website.

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