Burton MacDonald and Rosemarie Sampson Fellowship
The Burton MacDonald and Rosemarie Sampson Fellowship supports Canadian students conducting research or archaeological fieldwork in Jordan in ancient Near Eastern studies and related fields.
Funder: American Center of Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $1,500 (4-week residency with room/board) or $2,500 (travel grant); single award; support for research or fieldwork in Jordan
Summary: Supports Canadian undergraduate and graduate students conducting research or archaeological fieldwork in Jordan in ancient Near Eastern studies, archaeology, biblical studies, or comparative religion.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to Canadian citizens and landed immigrants enrolled as students; two funding options available.
Description
The Burton MacDonald and Rosemarie Sampson Fellowship, administered by the American Center of Research (ACOR), is designed to assist Canadian undergraduate and graduate students in conducting research or participating in archaeological projects in Jordan. The fellowship supports work in Ancient Near Eastern languages and history, archaeology, biblical studies, or comparative religion. It honors Dr. Burton MacDonald and Dr. Rosemarie Sampson, recognizing their dedication to advancing scholarly engagement in the region.
Applicants may choose between two funding options:
- A four-week residency at ACOR in Amman, including room and board plus a $1,500 stipend.
- A $2,500 travel grant to support participation in an archaeological project or academic research in Jordan.
The fellowship is intended to provide partial support for essential expenses during the award period (typically May 1–April 30 of the following year).
