For researchers and advanced graduate students, the American Research Institute in Turkey (ARIT) Fellowships 2026–2027 provide outstanding chances to carry out in-depth research in Turkey. These fellowships, which are funded by the Council of American Overseas Research Centres (CAORC) and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State, offer financial support for humanities and social science research projects that focus on ancient, mediaeval, and contemporary Turkey.
The non-profit American Research Institute in Turkey (ARIT) is dedicated to furthering academic research and encouraging a more thorough comprehension of Turkey’s rich cultural legacy, past, and present.Access to vast academic libraries, research facilities, and professional networks that link fellows with Turkish universities, institutions, and government agencies are all provided by ARIT, which has research centres in Istanbul and Ankara.
ARIT is a crucial link between Turkey and the global academic community, promoting meaningful exchange and assisting creative research in the humanities and social sciences across disciplines through its fellowship programs, lectures, and cooperative projects.
Host Country: Turkey
University: American Research Institute in Turkey (ARIT)
Opportunity Type: Fellowship
Subjects: Social Sciences, Humanities
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Scholars and advanced graduate students working on humanities or social science projects pertaining to Turkey are eligible to apply.
- Doctoral Requirement: By June 2026, graduate candidates must have finished all Ph.D. requirements, with the exception of the dissertation.
- Institutional Affiliation: Foreign nationals must be connected to a U.S. or Canadian academic institution that has received accreditation.
- Research Authorisation: Before starting their studies, applicants must be able to get the required research permits and visas from the appropriate Turkish authorities.
Benefits:
- Stipend Amount: The size and duration of the research study determine the financial prize that fellows receive, which can range from $2,500 to $5,000.
- Research Support: ARIT’s research centres in Istanbul and Ankara are fully accessible to scholars and offer the workspace, scholarly materials, and library resources necessary for carrying out in-depth study.
- Networking Opportunities: By providing beneficial professional ties with Turkish academics, universities, research centres, and government representatives, the fellowship promotes significant scholarly cooperation and cross-cultural interaction.
- Flexible Tenure: Depending on the requirements and goals of their study, participants can do research for as little as one month or as long as a full academic year.
Deadline: 01 November 2025
