Prize

AHA Prize in American History

American Historical Association Original Source
Award

$1,000 - $1,000

Deadline

May 15, 2027

Due in 425 days
Location

Global

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The AHA Prize in American History is awarded for an outstanding work on any subject relating to United States history that is the author's first book or scholarly equivalent. Originally called the John H. Dunning Prize, this biennial prize was first awarded in 1929, and has been awarded in odd-numbered years since 1991. The prize name was changed in 2023. Research accuracy, originality, and literary merit are important factors in the evaluation of submissions. Only books bearing a copyright of 2025 or 2026 are eligible for the 2027 award. Recipients are announced on the AHA website in October and recognized during a ceremony at the annual AHA meeting.

1 award
Decision 5 months

Who Can Apply

Applicants
individual

Application Details

Stages

  1. 1 single_stage

Review process

Committee review evaluates research accuracy, originality, and literary merit

Restrictions

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