The Next Generation Dissertation Research Fellowship 2026—funded through the Next Generation Emergency Research Support Fund—is a highly prestigious program supporting doctoral researchers in Slavic, Eastern European, and Eurasian Studies. Administered by the Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies (ASEEES), the fellowship offers a maximum stipend of $28,000 to support dissertation research travel and fieldwork.
Is citizenship a requirement?
No — applicants of any nationality may apply as long as they are doctoral students at U.S. universities.
Does the fellowship cover tuition?
No, tuition and home-institution fees are not covered.
Can I apply if I already hold another dissertation grant?
You may apply, but cannot hold overlapping grants for the same project.
Can research occur in multiple countries?
Yes — multi-site research is allowed within the rules.
What if my visa requires multiple shorte
Multiple research trips are permitted.
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Applications are now open and must be submitted by January 29, 2026.
Key Dates & Details
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Program Name | ASEEES Next Generation Dissertation Research Fellowship |
| Focus Keyword | Next Generation Dissertation Research Fellowship 2026 |
| Funding Amount | Maximum $28,000 |
| Eligibility | Doctoral students at US universities (any citizenship) |
| Field | Slavic, Eastern European & Eurasian Studies |
| Duration | Minimum 9 months research travel |
| Application Deadline | January 29, 2026 |
| Research Start | Must begin by December 31, 2026 |
| Official Website | www.aseees.org |
| Application Form | Click Here |
Table of Contents
Overview
The Next Generation Dissertation Research Fellowship 2026 supports emerging scholars conducting primary research across Slavic, East European, and Eurasian regions. The fellowship is open to doctoral students at accredited US universities, regardless of citizenship, and supports fieldwork-based dissertation projects across disciplines such as:
- Political science
- Anthropology
- History
- Sociology
- Literature
- Religion
- Cultural studies
- Economics
- International relations
- Geography
This fellowship was established in 2025 and reflects ASEEES’s commitment to strengthening the next generation of regional specialists.
Fellowship Scope
To be eligible, dissertation research must fall within:
✔ Slavic Studies
✔ Eastern European Studies
✔ Eurasian Studies
Most research funded by the fellowship must take place in the region itself, though short-term secondary research at additional sites—including the U.S.—is allowable. Preference may be given to applicants whose work is fully based in Eastern Europe or Eurasia.
Fellowship Value & Allowable Expenses
The Next Generation Dissertation Research Fellowship 2026 provides:
✔ Up to $28,000 in stipend funding
Funding may be used for:
- Living expenses during fieldwork
- International airfare
- Visa and migration costs
- Local transportation
- Research materials
- Evacuation insurance
- Health insurance
- Accommodation
- Archival and site-access fees
Important Notes
- The fellowship does not cover home institution tuition or fees.
- Fellows may not hold employment or teaching duties during the fellowship.
- Fellows may hold small additional grants only with prior ASEEES permission.
- Fellows cannot simultaneously hold another award funding the same project.
Research Duration Requirements
Applicants must commit to:
- At least 9 months of research travel
- Research must begin in 2026, no later than December 31, 2026
- Research must be completed within 15 months of starting
- Multiple research trips are allowed if required for visa restrictions
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Next Generation Dissertation Research Fellowship 2026, applicants must:
- Be a doctoral student at a U.S. university
- Have achieved PhD candidacy (ABD status) before research travel
- Be an ASEEES student member at the time of application
- Have a dissertation topic within the fellowship’s regional scope
- Possess sufficient language proficiency for fieldwork
- Be able to secure necessary visas
- Not have applied for this fellowship more than once
- Not have held the Cohen-Tucker Dissertation Research Fellowship for the same project
- Not hold any overlapping, identical-purpose fellowship at the same time
Note (starting 2027 competition): Applicants cannot hold both this fellowship and the ASEEES Dissertation Research Grant for the same project.
Selection Criteria
The fellowship is awarded based on:
- Scholarly qualifications
- Research significance for Slavic, East European & Eurasian Studies
- Quality of methodology and theoretical framework
- Feasibility of research plan
- Grounding in relevant scholarship
Applications must demonstrate the project’s capacity to advance regional knowledge.
Application Requirements
All materials must be submitted online. Requirements typically include:
- Completed online application
- Research proposal
- Dissertation abstract
- CV
- Letters of recommendation
- Timeline and research plan
- Language proficiency details
- Budget outline (if requested)
- Proof of ABD status
- ASEEES membership confirmation
Full application requirements are listed on the Submittable application portal.
Application Process
Step 1 — Prepare Materials
Ensure all documents are ready before the deadline.
Step 2 — Submit Online Application
Step 3 — Review Period
Applications are reviewed by ASEEES committees.
Step 4 — Notification
Fellowship recipients are expected to be notified in Spring 2026.
Step 5 — Research Travel
Start no later than December 31, 2026.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: January 29, 2026
- Award Notification: Spring 2026
- Research Start: No later than December 31, 2026
Contact Information
For inquiries:
📧 [email protected]
Website: https://aseees.org.
