Must be United States citizens at the time of application (with specific exceptions for Environmental Arts and Humanities or postdoctoral fellowships in Ancient, Medieval, Early...; Foreign nationals who have lived in the US for three years immediately preceding the deadline may apply for specific fellowships.; Graduate students in the humanities must be 'all but dissertation' (ABD).; Previous winners are not eligible.; Undergraduate students are not eligible.; Winners may not hold a full-time job during the fellowship term.
Requirements
All materials must be submitted in English.; Letters of recommendation are required for most categories.; Applicants in literature, musical composition, and visual arts must provide names and contact information for three references.; Applicants must disclose all other fellowships and awards expected during the residency.
Application materials
Online application form; Letters of recommendation (or references for specific disciplines); Project proposal
How to apply
Submit an online application via the official portal.; Read discipline-specific guidelines before applying.; Register for information sessions if desired.; Pay application fees based on submission date and number of categories.
Important dates
October 7, 2025: Information session; October 27, 2025: Information session; November 7: Early deadline; November 15: Final deadline; November 30: Deadline for letters of recommendation; February/March: Finalist interviews
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