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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Kenneth W. Russell Fellowship

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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Deadline

February 15

Award amount

$2,500

Eligibility

For 2026-2027 cycle: Enrolled graduate students of Jordanian nationality; Even-numbered years: Jordanian student enrolled in an archaeology or cultural heritage degree program in any country; Odd-numbered years: Graduate student (any nationality except Jordanian) participating in an ACOR-approved archaeological research project in Jordan

Requirements

Completed application form; Project proposal narrative (800–1,200 words, excluding bibliography); Transcript(s) (first-year graduate students must submit both graduate and undergraduate transcripts); One recommendation from academic advisor

Application materials

Application form; Project proposal; Transcripts; Letter of recommendation

How to apply

Submit application materials by the February 15 deadline; Use the online application link provided on the page

Important dates

Application deadline: February 15; Notification date: April

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