American Center of Oriental Research (ACOR) in Amman, Jordan - Pre-doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships

An endowed scholarship fund for non-Jordanian students to travel to and conduct archaeological research in Jordan.

DeadlineFebruary 15; February 15: Application deadline; April: Notification of applicants

Award amount$2,500; $3,000; $2,000; $25,000 (Amman Prize); $500 (Donald O. Henry); $25,000 total per award; $2,500 (Harrell Family); $1,500 (James A. Sauer)

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

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Core details, official source pages, and recent changes for this award.

Deadline

February 15; February 15: Application deadline; April: Notification of applicants

Opening date

2026-09-01

Award amount

$2,500; $3,000; $2,000; $25,000 (Amman Prize); $500 (Donald O. Henry); $25,000 total per award; $2,500 (Harrell Family); $1,500 (James A. Sauer)

Academic level

Undergraduate; Graduate

Eligibility

Jordanian citizens; U.S. or Canadian citizens; Enrolled graduate students; Must be a Jordanian citizen; Above-average qualifications; Varies by specific fellowship

Requirements

One recommendation; Completed application form; Must be an enrolled student; Residency at ACOR is required; Prior recipients are ineligible; Notify of any additional earnings

Official source pages

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FAQ

FAQ - American Center of Research

Frequently asked questions regarding the American Center of Research (ACOR) in Amman, Jordan, covering location, library access, operating hours, residency, and research affiliation policies.

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Fellowships, Scholarships, and Awards - ACOR

Overview of fellowship and scholarship opportunities offered by the American Center of Research (ACOR) in Jordan for students and researchers.

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Information page for the Kenneth W. Russell Fellowship, a scholarship supporting graduate students in archaeology and cultural heritage research in Jordan.

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Information page for the James A. Sauer Memorial Fellowship, providing details on award terms, eligibility, and application requirements for graduate students in archaeology.

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Jennifer C. Groot Memorial Fellowship

Official fellowship page for the Jennifer C. Groot Memorial Fellowship, providing funding for undergraduate or graduate students to participate in archaeological excavations or surveys in Jordan.

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Arabic Programming at the American Center of Research (ACOR)

An overview of ACOR's historical and current initiatives related to Arabic language instruction, immersion programs, and bilingual resources for scholars.

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Residences at the American Center of Research Overview

Information regarding accommodation facilities, amenities, and reservation procedures for scholars and students visiting Jordan at the American Center of Research.

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Frederick-Wenger Memorial Fellowship

Information page for the Frederick-Wenger Memorial Fellowship, an educational award for Jordanian undergraduate and graduate students provided by the American Center of Research.

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