Ellis W. Hawley Prize

Eligibility Requirements

Awarded for the best book-length historical study or dissertation on the political economy, politics, or institutions of the U.S., concerning its domestic or international affairs from the Civil War to the present.

How to Apply

Apply directly through Organization of American Historians's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the October 1, 2026 deadline.

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