Harvard University is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States (founded 1636) and one of the eight Ivy League schools, widely regarded for their high academic standards, selectivity in admissions, and social prestige.
The Charles Warren Center awards Graduate Grants and Term Time Research Grants to Ph.D. candidates at Harvard working on American history topics. These grants are designed to support students who have passed their general examination and are engaged in historical research. Specifically, the Graduate Grants aim to fund students crafting projects centered on American history using historical methodology. The Term Time Research Grant offers one-semester awards to facilitate sustained dissertation research without teaching responsibilities, typically awarded to 6-8 students annually. These grants include a five-month stipend, with the amount set annually by GSAS, and cover tuition or fees for G-6 students, aiming to enable focused research efforts in American history.