FAQs
FellowshipsFind answers to some of the most common questions about NEC Fellowship Programs.
Age limit
No, there isn’t.
Application
Whichever you are the most familiar with – whether MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.
Health insurance
No, it does not. The health insurance valid throughout the fellowship is the sole responsibility of the Fellow, and it is compulsory.
Institutional affiliation
No, that is not an eligibility criterion. Independent scholars are also welcome to apply.
Interview
It is 20 minutes long: the applicant will present her/his project for 5 minutes, and the remaining 15 minutes will be reserved for questions and answers.
Partners
Yes, that is possible.
The apartment provided by NEC for a Fellow can usually accommodate a couple, too. However, please be aware that the apartment’s maintenance costs for the additional guest must be covered by the Fellow.
PhD diploma
Yes, provided that you include evidence (e.g. from your university) that you have successfully defended your thesis and you are therefore to be awarded the PhD degree.
In the case of Romanian applicants, that evidence should consist of a validation document from CNATDCU.
Reapplying
Yes, you can.
Yes, you can. However, please be aware that priority will be given to candidates who have not received NEC funding before.
Our fellowship applications guide also provides step-by-step information on the application process.