About This Scholarship
All nationalities. Automatically considered for all admitted Harvard GSAS PhD students. No separate application required.
Harvard funds the vast majority of PhD students admitted to GSAS. Funding is multi-year and renewable. Apply to the PhD program — no separate scholarship form.
Eligibility Requirements
- Apply to and be admitted to a Harvard GSAS PhD program
- Outstanding academic and research record
- Strong letters of recommendation
- All nationalities eligible
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
15 December 2026
Results Announced
31 March 2027
Programme Start
Varies — check official website
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Harvard GSAS Merit Fellowship cover?
Full tuition, annual stipend (~$43,000), and health insurance for 5 years of PhD study
Who is eligible for the Harvard GSAS Merit Fellowship?
All nationalities. Automatically considered for all admitted Harvard GSAS PhD students. No separate application required.
When is the deadline for the Harvard GSAS Merit Fellowship?
The deadline is 15 December 2026. Results are announced around 31 March 2027.
What fields of study does the Harvard GSAS Merit Fellowship cover?
The scholarship covers: Natural Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Medicine & Health Sciences.
Is there anything special about the Harvard GSAS Merit Fellowship?
Harvard funds the vast majority of PhD students admitted to GSAS. Funding is multi-year and renewable. Apply to the PhD program — no separate scholarship form.
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