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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James A. Sauer Memorial Fellowship

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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Deadline

February 15

Award amount

$1,500 (educational assistance)

Eligibility

Enrolled graduate students; Any nationality except Jordanian (for 2026-2027 cycle); Must be participating in an ACOR-approved archaeological fieldwork or research project in Jordan

Requirements

Completed application form; Project proposal narrative (up to 2,000 words, excluding bibliography); Transcript(s) (first-year graduate students must submit both graduate and undergraduate transcripts); One recommendation

Application materials

Application form; Project proposal narrative; Transcripts; Recommendation letter

How to apply

Submit application via the online link provided on the ACOR website.

Important dates

Application deadline: February 15; Notification date: April

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