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
• Requirements
• 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.

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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.