Fellowships for Research and Study at the Gennadius Library 2026-2027

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens is pleased to announce the academic programs and fellowships for the 2026-2027 academic year at the Gennadius Library. Opened in 1926 with 26,000 volumes from diplomat and bibliophile Joannes Gennadius, the Gennadius Library now holds a richly diverse collection of over 150,000 books and rare bindings, archives, manuscripts, and works of art illuminating the Hellenic tradition and neighboring cultures. The Library is an internationally renowned center for the study of Greek history, literature, and art, from the Byzantine period to modern times.

For Turkish nationals who are Ph.D. students and recent Ph.D.s (within the last 5 years) with research on intercommunal relationships, social history, or civil society of Byzantium or the Ottoman Empire, for work in the Gennadius Library for the full academic year. Stipend of $11,500 plus room and board at Loring Hall, and waiver of School fees.

For Ph.D. students and recent Ph.D.s (within the last 5 years), of any nationality, for work in the Gennadius Library for the full academic year. Research must focus on the role of the Eastern Orthodox church in the broader history of Hellenism. Stipend of $11,500 plus room and board at Loring Hall, and waiver of School fees.

Short-term travel award of $2,000 for Ph.D. holders and graduate students, for work at the Gennadius Library. Open to all nationalities. At least one month residency at the Gennadius required. School fees are waived for a maximum of two months.

For Ph.D. students and recent Ph.D.s (within the last 5 years), of any nationality, for work in the Gennadius Library for the full academic year. Stipend of $11,500 plus room and board at Loring Hall, and waiver of School fees.

For Ph.D. candidates and recent Ph.D.s (within the last 5 years) at colleges or universities in the U.S. or Canada, for work in the Gennadius Library for the full academic year. Stipend of $11,500 plus room and board at Loring Hall, and waiver of School fees.

For an established scholar (Associate Professor/equivalent or higher) working in any area related to the study of Greece in the Medieval through Modern periods for a project that benefits from the use of the Gennadius Library, School Archives, and/or other related sources. For research and contribution to the academic life of the Library for the academic year. S tipend $45,000, waiver of School membership fees, round-trip coach airfare to Athens, and lunches at Loring Hall, and an additional $2,500 available for developing and presenting contributions to the academic life of the School.