Weatherhead Scholars Program

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Our Mission

The Weatherhead Scholars Program offers visiting faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and experienced practitioners the opportunity to spend up to one year at Harvard conducting research. 

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Apply to the Weatherhead Scholars Program
Funding Opportunity

The Weatherhead Scholars Program accepts approximately twenty-five affiliates annually through a competitive selection process. 

Postdoctoral Fellows and Visiting Scholars (Faculty) Deadline: November 4, 2025

Practitioners Deadline: March 5, 2026

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Undergraduate Research Assistants
Funding Opportunity

The Weatherhead Scholars Program (WSP) accepts applications from Harvard College students for positions as paid research assistants to the Scholars and Fellows. Harvard master's degree students are also eligible on a case-by-case basis.

Deadline: Rolling

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