Prize

Raymond J. Cunningham Prize for Undergraduate Articles

American Historical Association Original Source

Award

$500 - $500

Deadline

May 15, 2026

Due in 60 days

Location

Global

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The American Historical Association offers the Raymond J. Cunningham Prize annually for the best article published in a journal written by an undergraduate student. The prize recognizes outstanding scholarly work by undergraduates that demonstrates excellence in historical research and writing. The prize selection committee typically gives preference to articles that incorporate primary sources. The award provides $500 each to both the author and the journal that published the article. Recipients are announced on the AHA website in October and recognized during a ceremony at the AHA annual meeting.

1 award

Decision 5 months

education history historical research undergraduate research primary sources historical writing American history world history

Who Can Apply

Applicants: individual

Application Details

Stages

1 single_stage

Required documents

cover_letter writing_sample

Review process

Prize selection committee reviews nominated articles published in journals

Additional benefits

networking

Restrictions

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Key Information

Award Amount: $500 - $500
Application Deadline: May 15, 2026 at 23:59 UTC

Due in 60 days

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