AMERICAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE IN TURKEY (ARIT)
ARIT Research Fellowships in Turkey
partial · masters, phd
- ~$2,500-$5,000 stipend (est.)Award per project
- 1 month to 1 academic yearFlexible tenure
- 2 research centresIstanbul and Ankara
- Humanities and social sciencesEligible fields
- PhD (ABD) and postdocWho can apply
- US / Canada applicantsResidence rule
At a glance
partial
Funding
€5k
Max amount
Nov 1, 2026
Deadline
United States
Country
American Research Institute in Turkey (ARIT)
Provider
The ARIT Research Fellowships are administered by the American Research Institute in Turkey (ARIT) with support from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Council of American Overseas Research Centers. They fund humanities and social-science research on Turkey's ancient, medieval and modern history and culture, with research carried out through ARIT's 2 centres in Istanbul and Ankara. A fellowship tenure may run from 1 month up to a full academic year, and the stipend is set between 2,500 and 5,000 US dollars (roughly 2,300 to 4,600 euros, est.) depending on project duration. The fellowships are open to U.S. citizens and to non-U.S. citizens resident in the United States or Canada who hold an institutional affiliation, and they target advanced graduate students at the dissertation stage and postdoctoral researchers. Beyond the stipend, recipients gain access to ARIT's libraries, study space and networks of Turkish academics and institutions. The application deadline falls on 1 November 2026 for the 2026/2027 cycle. Because the stipend band and conditions are reset each year, confirm the exact current-cycle figures and dates on the official ARIT fellowships page before you apply.
What's covered
- Research stipend — A stipend of $2,500 to $5,000 (about ~2,300 to 4,600 euros, est.) depending on project length, paid to support research conducted in Turkey.
- Research-centre access — Use of ARIT's research centres in Istanbul and Ankara, including libraries, study spaces and reference collections.
- Academic networking — Introductions to and collaboration with Turkish institutions, researchers and relevant government authorities.
- Flexible research period — A research tenure that can be arranged for anything from 1 month to one full academic year to suit the project.
- Institutional support — Documentation and logistical support from ARIT, including help with research permissions and local academic contacts.
How to apply
Applications are prepared from the official ARIT form and submitted by email to the ARIT office, with referees sending letters directly.
- Download the application form — Obtain the current ARIT fellowship application form from the official ARIT website.
- Prepare your documents — Complete the form and assemble your research proposal, CV and (for students) a graduate transcript.
- Arrange recommendation letters — Ask three referees to submit their reference letters directly, as required by the programme.
- Submit the application — Send the completed application and supporting documents to the ARIT office at the published address by the deadline.
- Await committee review — The ARIT selection committee reviews complete applications and notifies successful candidates of the award.
Eligibility
Citizenship and residenceOpen to U.S. citizens, and to non-U.S. citizens resident in the United States or Canada who hold an institutional affiliation.
Academic stageAdvanced graduate students at the All-But-Dissertation (ABD) stage and postdoctoral researchers are eligible.
PhD progressPhD applicants must have completed all doctoral requirements except the dissertation by June 2026.
Research focusThe project must address Turkey's history, culture or society within the humanities or social sciences.
PermissionsApplicants must be able to obtain the appropriate research permits and visas from the Turkish authorities.
Non-U.S. citizens must hold an affiliation with a recognised institution in the U.S. or Canada to qualify; research permits from Turkish authorities are the applicant's responsibility.
Eligible countries
United States, Canada (for non-U.S. citizens with institutional affiliation)
Deadlines
2026/2027 fellowship year~1 November 2026 (est.)
Selection
A selection committee reviews complete applications and ranks them on the scholarly merit and feasibility of the proposed Turkey-related research, the applicant's academic record, and the strength of the recommendation letters. Awards are made to the strongest proposals across the humanities and social sciences, and incomplete applications are not considered.
Verified sources
- ARIT Fellowshipsaritweb.orgofficial
About the provider
The American Research Institute in Turkey (ARIT) is a non-profit organisation that supports scholarly research on Turkey's culture, history, language and society. It operates research centres in Istanbul and Ankara, offering libraries, study facilities and networks linking international scholars with Turkish academics and institutions.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the ARIT Research Fellowships?
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U.S. citizens, and non-U.S. citizens resident in the United States or Canada with an institutional affiliation, who are advanced graduate students (ABD) or postdoctoral researchers working on Turkey-related topics.
What does the fellowship pay?
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A stipend of $2,500 to $5,000 (about ~2,300 to 4,600 euros, est.) depending on project length; confirm the exact band on the official ARIT page.
How long can the research period be?
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Tenure is flexible and may run from one month up to a full academic year, depending on the project.
Where is the research carried out?
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Research is supported through ARIT's two centres in Istanbul and Ankara, with access to their libraries and study spaces.
What fields are eligible?
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Any area of the humanities or social sciences relating to Turkey, including history, archaeology, art history, language, literature, sociology and anthropology.
Does the fellowship cover travel?
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The award is a research stipend; applicants should check the official page for what travel and incidental costs are or are not included in the current cycle.
What stage of PhD do I need to be at?
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PhD applicants must be at the All-But-Dissertation stage, having completed all doctoral requirements except the dissertation by June 2026.
How many recommendation letters are required?
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Three reference letters are required, and referees must submit them directly to ARIT.
How do I apply?
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Download the official ARIT application form, complete it with your proposal, CV and transcript, and email the application to the ARIT office before the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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For the 2026/2027 cycle the deadline is around 1 November 2026; verify the exact date on the official ARIT fellowships page.
Do I need a research permit for Turkey?
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Yes. Applicants must be able to obtain the appropriate research permits and visas from the Turkish authorities.
Where can I confirm current details?
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Confirm the stipend, eligibility and deadline on the official ARIT fellowships page, because the terms are reset each year.