The Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers
Nine-month residential fellowships at NYPL for scholars, writers, and artists pursuing book projects that rely on the Library’s research collections and foster interdisciplinary exchange.
Funder: New York Public Library
Due Dates: September 25, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $90,000 stipend for a nine-month fellowship; 15 fellowships awarded annually; includes office, computer, and full library access.
Summary: Nine-month residential fellowships for scholars, writers, and artists pursuing book projects that benefit from the New York Public Library’s collections.
Key Information: Fellows must be in residence in New York City and work at the Library five days a week during the fellowship term.
Description
The Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers at the New York Public Library offers highly competitive, nine-month residential fellowships to academics, independent scholars, creative writers (including novelists, playwrights, poets), translators, journalists, and visual artists working on book projects. The program is designed for those whose work will benefit directly from access to the research collections of the Library’s Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. Each year, 15 Fellows are appointed, joining a vibrant intellectual community, with opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange and public engagement.
Fellows receive a stipend, a private office, computer, and full access to the Library’s resources. They are expected to work primarily onsite, participate in Center activities, and contribute to the broader scholarly and literary community through presentations and discussions.
