Max Weber Stiftung is currently accepting applications for its Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Max Weber Stiftung - Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grant Program
The Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grant Program supports researchers conducting international academic work in the humanities and social sciences. The grant helps scholars undertake short-term research placements at foreign institutes by reducing the financial barriers associated with international academic mobility.
Benefits of Max Weber Stiftung - Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grant Program
Funding covers:
- travel costs for travel to the foreign institute and back;
- daily rates between € 32 and € 68 depending on the host country;
- lodging in one of the institute’s inexpensive guest rooms depending on the host country chosen and on availability.
Max Weber Stiftung - Gerald D. Feldman Travel Grant Program Requirements
The program is open to highly qualified researchers in the humanities and social sciences.
Eligible applicants must:
- Be researchers in humanities or social sciences
- Be in the qualification phase of their academic career
- Hold at least one of the following qualifications:
- Master’s degree
- M.A. degree
- State examination qualification
- German Diplom qualification
- Be of any nationality
- Demonstrate strong academic ability
There are no age restrictions for applicants.
Academic Requirements
Applicants are expected to demonstrate academic achievement and research potential.
Applicants should generally provide:
- Evidence of previous academic work
- A clear research plan
- Relevant qualifications
- Research objectives for the proposed stay
Published work is expected from applicants in most cases.
However, doctoral students may apply without prior publications if they demonstrate strong research potential and a suitable project plan
Application Date and Process
All application papers must be submitted via the application portal in German or English. A complete application will comprise the following information:
- completed application form;
- an academic CV
- a detailed presentation (max. 2000 words) of the intended research project, stating the sources which justify the stay in the specific host countries or at the institutes;
- copies of certificates (examinations, PhD certificate);
- list of publications (not mandatory for the applications of PhD students);
- a reference opinion from an expert which should provide information on the applicant’s status and the progress of work and be sent from the reviewer by e-mail ([email protected]) directly to the Max Weber Foundation’s central office;
- a letter confirming supervision by the host institution in Germany is mandatory if a research stay in Germany is planned.
Application Deadline
04 October, 2026
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