Elizabeth A. Whitehead Distinguished Scholar Grant

Elizabeth A. Whitehead Distinguished Scholar Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA)
Amount: US $40,000
Last Updated: November 01, 2025

Summary

The Elizabeth A. Whitehead Distinguished Scholar program at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens offers established scholars the opportunity to conduct research that contributes to the academic program of the School. The program includes a stipend of $40,000, travel expenses, and housing. Scholars engage with the academic community and participate in various activities, enhancing their expertise while exploring Greece's rich cultural heritage.

Overview

NOTE: Applicants are encouraged to consult with the Mellon Professor well in advance of the October 31 deadline when planning their proposed contributions to the academic program of the School. Mission The American School of Classical Studies at Athens advances knowledge of Greece in all periods, as well as other areas of the classical world, by training young scholars, sponsoring and promoting archaeological fieldwork, providing resources for scholarly work, and disseminating research. The ASCSA is also charged by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Tourism with primary responsibility for all American archaeological research, and seeks to support the investigation, preservation, and presentation of Greece’s cultural heritage. Elizabeth A. Whitehead Distinguished Scholar Project The Whitehead Distinguished Scholar shall pursue research on a project that uses the facilities of the School and enriches its academic program. Whitehead Scholars participate in the academic life of the School in a variety of ways, especially by working closely with Regular and Student Associate members of the School during the winter term (late November to late March) on the subject of their expertise, and by joining School trips and excursions throughout Greece. Compensation Stipend of $40,000 plus round-trip coach airfare to Athens, board at Loring Hall for the Whitehead Scholar (one-half senior rate for spouse and one-half student rate for dependents), School housing, and hotel and transportation on any or all of the field trips and excursions that comprise the Regular Academic program.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. An established scholar working in any area related to the mission of the School who possesses a significant record of publication and teaching and is affiliated with a Cooperating Institution. Applicants should hold the rank of Associate Professor (or equivalent) or higher. Previous holders of the Whitehead may apply if the previous term was at least five years prior. Applicants should have reasonable expectation of being granted leave to take up the position should it be awarded. Successful applicants are normally given about four weeks from late December to early January to accept or decline the award. The Whitehead Scholar is considered a fulltime position, and holders may not accept other forms of employment during the tenure of the award.