[College Art Association](https://www.collegeart.org)

April 2026 (application deadline, projected)

$10,000 unrestricted award; includes one-year CAA membership and conference registration

Supports emerging visual artists (recent or final-year MFA) transitioning from graduate study to professional practice.

Applicants must demonstrate financial need and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

--- ## Description This fellowship supports graduate students in the visual arts who have recently received an MFA (or equivalent terminal degree) or are in the final year of such a program. The goal is to foster the professional growth of emerging artists at a pivotal career stage, offering both financial support and professional opportunities through the College Art Association (CAA). Fellows receive a $10,000 unrestricted award, complimentary CAA membership for one year, and free registration for the next CAA Annual Conference. --- ## Due Dates - April 2026 (application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Each fellow receives an unrestricted $10,000 award. - Additional benefits: one-year free CAA membership and complimentary registration for the next Annual Conference. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. - Must have recently earned an MFA (or equivalent terminal degree) in visual arts, or be in the final year of their program. - Must demonstrate financial need. - A CAA individual member ID or non-member ID is required to apply (free account creation available). - Scholars from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. --- ## Application Process Applicants will need to submit: - Curriculum Vitae (CV) - Artist statement (maximum four double-spaced pages, 12-point font) - Artist media: up to 6 images (still work) or up to 5 minutes (video work) - Two letters of recommendation (include contact information for recommenders) - CAA member or non-member ID Applications are submitted through the CAA portal. For assistance with membership or account creation, contact the [CAA membership department](mailto:membership@collegeart.org). --- ## Additional Information - The fellowship is highly competitive and recognizes both artistic merit and financial need. - Honorable mentions also receive a complimentary one-year CAA membership and conference registration. - For program or application questions, contact the program manager (see below). --- ## External Links - [Program Page: CAA Professional Development Fellowship in Visual Arts](https://www.collegeart.org/programs/fellowships-and-scholarships/professional-development-fellowship-visual-arts) - [CAA Fellowships and Scholarships Overview](https://www.collegeart.org/programs/fellowships-and-scholarships) - [CAA Membership Account Creation](https://account.collegeart.org/Security/Sign-In?returnurl=/Home) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Department | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------------|---------------------------------------|---------------| | Cali Buckley, Manager, Grants and Awards & Director, CAA-Getty International Program | [cbuckley@collegeart.org](mailto:cbuckley@collegeart.org) | | | General Inquiries | [info@collegeart.org](mailto:info@collegeart.org) | 212-691-1051 | | Membership Assistance | [membership@collegeart.org](mailto:membership@collegeart.org) | |

CAA Professional Development Fellowship in Visual Arts

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