The Lerner-Scott Prize is given annually by the Organization of American Historians for the best doctoral dissertation in U.S. women's history. The prize is named for Gerda Lerner and Anne Firor Scott, both pioneers in women's history and past presidents of the OAH. Submitted dissertations must be completed during the period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, to be eligible for the 2027 Lerner-Scott Prize. Applicants must email a PDF of their complete dissertation, including abstract and table of contents, to the Lerner-Scott committee, with "2027 OAH Lerner-Scott Prize Entry" in the subject line. Applicants must also provide a cover letter. By the November 1 deadline, each application must also include a letter of support from a faculty member at the degree-granting institution. Faculty members should email their letters separately to the committee chair, with "Recommendation for (applicant's name)" in the subject line. Please visit the award's website or contact the Organization of American Historians for more information.