The Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, Massachusetts, is offering fully funded fellowships for the 2026–2027 academic year. These fellowships are designed to support scholars, artists, critics, and curators engaged in research across the fields of art history, visual culture, and material culture. The program aims to promote critical engagement and encourage diverse methodologies in the study of art and its contexts.↚
Clark Art Institute Fellowships 2026–2027 – Fully Funded Research Opportunities in the USA
Available Fellowship Types
- Beinecke Fellowship
- Aimed at senior scholars, lasting from 8 weeks to a full academic year, funded by Frederick W. Beinecke.
- Caribbean Art and Its Diasporas Fellowship
- Supports art historians, artists, and writers studying contemporary visual and critical practices in the Caribbean and its diaspora.
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Fellowship Details
- Fellowship Period: July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
- Location: Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA
- Application Deadline: October 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
- Notification of Results: By the end of March 2026
- Residency Requirements: Fellows are expected to reside in Williamstown for the full duration of the fellowship
Fellowship Benefits
- Financial Stipend: Varies based on the length of residency, up to a maximum rate of $30,000 per semester.
- Accommodation: Private apartment in the Visiting Fellows’ House adjacent to the Institute.
- Workspace: Private office in the Clark Art Institute library.
- Travel: Round-trip travel cost coverage.
- Access: Access to libraries, art collections, and athletic facilities at Williams College
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Qualifications: Applicants must hold a PhD or possess equivalent professional experience.
- Professional Status: Open to artists, critics, and curators—independent or affiliated with institutions.
- Research Focus: Fellowships do not fund doctoral research or the conversion of a dissertation into a book.
Application Requirements
- Online Application Form: Complete the application through the official portal.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed professional history.
- Project Abstract: A brief summary of the proposed research (500 characters).
- Project Description: Detailed explanation of the research project (750 words).
- Project Timeline: Outline of the research timeline (250 words).
- Letters of Recommendation: Two letters supporting the applicant's qualifications and proposed research.
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