DAAD Herzog August Bibliothek Short-term Fellowships 2026

The library annually awards short-term fellowships to a broad range of scholars of all career stages (from postdoc to emeriti) wishing to make a short visit in order to gather source material. Applications can be made for stays of between 1 and 3 months. The monthly fellowship is 1,800 EUR. A travel subsidy will also be paid (between 150 and max. 650 EUR, depending on country of origin).

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirments
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026
• Value1,800 EUR
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorDAAD
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

The monthly fellowship is 1,800 EUR. A travel subsidy will also be paid (between 150 and max. 650 EUR, depending on country of origin).

Requirements

• Postdoctoral scholars and researchers from all areas of historical study from Germany and abroad carrying out research projects centred on the library's historical holdings are eligible for funding.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

For your application please request the application forms for the respective fellowship program at ed.bah@gnuhcsrof, stating your research focus and the keyword "Post-doc" or "Short-term". Reviewers will be appointed to evaluate the applications, and the Scientific Advisory Board will select the fellows.

For more information, kindly visit Herzog August Bibliothek scholarship webpage.