I Tatti - The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies is currently accepting applications for its Residential Fellowships 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About I Tatti - The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies - Residential Fellowships
The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies at Villa I Tatti in Florence invites applications for the 2027-2028 I Tatti Residential Fellowships. Each year, fifteen twelve-month fellowships are awarded to postdoctoral scholars conducting advanced research on the Italian Renaissance, broadly defined as spanning from the 14th to the 17th centuries, and in its global and transnational contexts
Benefits of I Tatti - The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies - Residential Fellowships
The I Tatti Residential Fellowships provide the following benefits for the selected candidates:
- Annual stipend of $65,000
- Additional relocation support
- Free on-site apartments (utilities charged) or a housing subsidy if unavailable
- Private study space and access to the Biblioteca Berenson and Harvard Library system
- Lunches on weekdays at the Villa
- Opportunities to attend and participate in seminars, conferences, workshops, and cultural events
- Supportive interdisciplinary academic community in Florence
I Tatti - The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies - Residential Fellowships Requirements
- Applications are open to scholars of all nationalities
- Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) by the time of application
- PhD must be awarded between January 1, 2016, and September 1, 2026
- Strong background in Italian Renaissance studies required
- Project must focus on the Italian Renaissance (14th–17th c.) in Italy or global contexts
- Research must be feasible in Florence with I Tatti resources
- Candidates must be fluent in English or Italian and able to read both
- Early career scholars preferred; no concurrent second PhD allowed
- Franco-Italian Renaissance projects/French citizens/residents given special consideration
- Applicants are responsible for the visa, residency permit, and health coverage
- Fellowship cannot be renewed; only one I Tatti fellowship application per academic year is allowed
Application Date and Process
- Prepare your research proposal, CV, and scanned PhD certificate.
- Submit your application online (in English or Italian) within the application period window from August to October 15, 2026, via the link below.
- Register your referees early using the reference tab. Ensure that they submit their letters before the deadline.
Application Deadline
15 October, 2026
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