Official FAQ page for the American Academy in Rome's Rome Prize, covering eligibility, application deadlines, fellowship benefits, and residential life expectations.
Must be a United States citizen at the time of application (exceptions apply for specific fields); Foreign nationals who have lived in the US for the three years immediately preceding the application deadline may apply for specific fellowships; Undergraduate students are not eligible; Previous winners of the Rome Prize are not eligible to reapply
Requirements
Must demonstrate a need to be in Rome or Italy (for scholars); Must disclose all fellowships and awards expected to hold during residency; Must have health and hospitalization insurance; Must not hold full-time jobs during the fellowship
Application materials
Separate application forms for each category; Project proposal; Examples of strongest recent work
How to apply
Submit applications online via the official portal; Pay additional fees for multiple category submissions; Submit joint applications in one dossier with a primary applicant
Important dates
November 7: Early application deadline; November 8-15: Extended application period (additional fee applies); Mid-March: Notification of applicants
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