The fellowship supports work that contributes to a deeper understanding of the cultural, intellectual, and artistic movements of the Renaissance period, especially in their wider European and global dimensions.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a PhD by the time of application (proof of degree required)
• Not be pursuing a second doctoral degree
• Be fluent in English and have at least a reading knowledge of Italian
• Possess a strong academic background in Italian Renaissance Studies
• Propose a project that can be substantially advanced using the resources available in London and Florence
• Be unaffiliated with either the Warburg Institute or Villa I Tatti in recent years (priority is given to new applicants)
• Proposals to revise a doctoral dissertation for publication will not be considered

Fellowship Terms: Villa I Tatti (Florence)

• • Fellows will reside in Florence and conduct research from January to June 2027.
  • This is a full-time residential fellowship; external teaching, employment, or concurrent fellowships are not permitted.

• • Fellows must live in the Florence area and be present at Villa I Tatti at least three days per week.

• • Fellows will have access to the Biblioteca Berenson, receive a reserved workspace, and participate in the intellectual life of the Center.
  • A monthly stipend of USD 5,200 will be provided.
  • A relocation supplement of up to USD 1,800 may be offered.
  • A rent-free apartment may be available (utilities excluded); if not, a housing subsidy will be provided.
  • Fellows are responsible for securing the necessary visa, permesso di soggiorno, and health insurance.

Fellowship Terms: Warburg Institute (London)

• Fellows will be based in London from September to December 2026.
• The fellowship is residential and may not be held concurrently with another award.
• Fellows must reside in London during the term, apart from short research-related travel.
• A monthly stipend of GBP 3,000 will be provided.
• Fellows will be given access to the Warburg Institute Library, Photographic Collection, and Archive, and assigned an academic advisor.
• Participation in the intellectual and academic life of the Institute is expected.
• Non-EU candidates are responsible for securing a UK visa. .

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted in English using the online application system by November 15, 2025 (midnight, Cambridge, MA time).
• Only one application per academic year may be submitted to I Tatti fellowships.
• Applicants must submit:
  • A research proposal (clearly identifying project goals, methods, and relevance to the fellowship themes)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Scan of PhD certificate
  • Other required supporting documents as detailed in the online portal