Scholarship USA: Clark Art Institute (2025) (Fully Funded)

Scholarship USA: Clark Art Institute (2025) (Fully Funded)

Scholarship USA: Clark Art Institute (2025) (Fully Funded)

The Clark Fellowship is now open for international postdoctoral researchers for the academic year 2025-2026. This fully funded fellowship at The Clark Art Institute, USA, offers opportunities for scholars, critics, curators, and museum professionals to undertake research projects that enhance the understanding of visual arts and their cultural significance.

Scholarship Overview

  • Level of Study: Postdoctoral
  • Institution: Clark Art Institute
  • Study in: USA
  • Fields of Focus: History, Visual Culture, Theory, Interpretation
  • Program Duration: 1 to 10 months
  • Application Deadline: October 15, 2024 (Applications open in summer 2024)

Scholarship Benefits

The Clark Art Institute Fellowship offers financial support based on need and earnings, up to $30,000 per semester. Fellows’ travel expenses to and from Clark will be reimbursed for both the scholar and an accompanying family member. Additional benefits include:

  • Housing: Fellows are provided with fully furnished apartments in a recently refurbished late 19th-century house near the Clark campus. Apartments range from one to two bedrooms with common spaces. Housing includes all services except long-distance telephone.
  • Office Space: Fellows have access to a private office in the Manton Research Center from 8 am to 11 pm (early closing times on weekends). Computers and IT support are available upon request.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Language: English proficiency
  • Eligible Countries: All countries
  • Professional Background: Applicants may come from academia, museums, or other professional backgrounds.
  • Qualifications: Applicants should hold a PhD or demonstrate equivalent professional experience. They can be employed full-time, part-time, or be independent scholars, curators, or critics.
  • Skills: Excellent writing and research skills, with experience in empirical research and qualitative analysis.

How to Apply

To apply for the Clark Art Institute Fellowship, follow these steps:

  1. Application Form: Complete the application form available online.
  2. Project Description: Upload a 500-character description of your proposed project.
  3. Referee Information: Provide the information of your referees, who must send a one-page letter to research@clarkart.edu.
  4. Submission Requirements: After submitting your application, send the following documents to research@clarkart.edu:
    • A curriculum vitae (PDF; 3 double-spaced pages or fewer)
    • A statement (PDF; 3 double-spaced pages or fewer) in English outlining the assumptions and critical commitments of your project, situating it within existing research, and explaining its unique contributions and disciplinary need.

For detailed information about the fellowship, visit the official website.

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