Applications are now open for the French Institutes for Advanced Study (FIAS) Fellowship Programme 2027/2028. This prestigious 10-month fellowship offers international researchers the opportunity to conduct innovative research in France.
The programme is open to high-level scholars in Social Sciences and Humanities and related fields. It is fully funded with a generous monthly stipend, accommodation support, and research funding. There is no application fee. The deadline to apply is June 25, 2026. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.
Key Details:
- Fellowship Name: French Institutes for Advanced Study (FIAS) Fellowship Programme
- Duration: 10 months
- Host Country: France
- Degree Level: Postdoctoral and Senior Researchers
- Application Deadline: June 25, 2026 (6:00 PM Paris time)
- Application Fee: None
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What This Scholarship Offers:
- A net living allowance of 2,200 euros per month
- Accommodation or financial support for relocation
- An individual research and training budget of 2,500 euros per year
- One round-trip travel ticket from their home country
- Full social security coverage
- A personal office and full access to university libraries and research facilities
- Skills training opportunities
- A stimulating multidisciplinary environment with strong connections to local research centers
- Complete freedom to organize their own research according to their priorities and interests
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Hold a PhD degree plus at least 2 years of full-time research experience after the PhD
- Come from any country in the world
- Not have lived or worked in France for more than 12 months in the last 3 years before the deadline
- Submit a complete application in English only
- Propose a research project in Social Sciences, Humanities, or a related field
The programme welcomes researchers at all career stages, from postdoctoral to senior scientists. Artists who meet the eligibility rules can also apply. There is no age limit.
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Programs Available:
The FIAS Fellowship is open to all disciplines in the Social Sciences and Humanities and to research fields that interface with them. Eligible fields include:
- Anthropology
- Sociology
- History
- Political Science
- Philosophy
- Economics
- Geography
- Law
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Cultural Studies
- Archaeology
- Psychology
- Education
- Media and Communication Studies
- Environmental Studies
- International Relations
- Gender Studies
Applicants should check the specific priorities of each institute before applying.
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How to Apply:
- Visit the official FIAS website and create an account.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Prepare and upload all required documents including your CV, research proposal, PhD diploma, and recommendation letters.
- Submit your complete application before June 25, 2026.
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