Funding

The Motsepe Presidential Research Accelerator Fund for Africa is made possible by a generous gift from the Motsepe Foundation. The primary purpose of the Fund is to support faculty-led and student-driven research projects that focus on advancing key challenges and opportunities facing Africa. Applications open in early October each year and close in early December. 

With opportunities available during both winter and summer break, CAS offers funding for research, internships, study abroad, and special projects. The Center also collaborates with Africa-based organizations on internship programs during January and summer. Application deadlines fall on October 15 ( for winter) and February 1(for summer) each year. 

Our Graduate Research Travel Grants support travel to Africa for dissertation and thesis research or academic fieldwork throughout the academic year. Applications are due October 15 for winter or spring travel and March 1 for summer or fall travel. 

CAS is committed to supporting the activities of Harvard student organizations focused on Africa. Grants of up to $500 are offered to registered Harvard University student organizations to fund Africa-related events or activities per year. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis but must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the event date. 

CAS co-funds student travel with other centers and departments across the university. This list is meant to serve as a starting point and is not a full list of available opportunities at Harvard.