Fordham-NYPL Research Fellowships in Jewish Studies
The Fordham-NYPL Research Fellowships in Jewish Studies support external scholars conducting on-site Jewish Studies research using NYPL’s Dorot Jewish Division collections and engaging with Fordham University.
Funder: New York Public Library
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Short-term: $1,250/week (2–4 weeks) | Mid-term: $25,000 (spring semester) | Long-term: $60,000 (academic year)
Summary: Supports scholars from outside the NYC area to conduct on-site Jewish Studies research at the NYPL's Dorot Jewish Division and participate in Fordham University’s academic community.
Key Information: Fellowship requires essential use of NYPL Jewish Studies collections and continuous on-site residency during the award period.
Description
The Fordham-NYPL Research Fellowships in Jewish Studies are a collaborative initiative between Fordham University’s Jewish Studies Program and the New York Public Library. These fellowships support scholars from outside the New York City metropolitan area who wish to conduct on-site research in Jewish Studies at the NYPL, particularly within the Dorot Jewish Division. Available in short-term (2–4 weeks), mid-term (spring semester), and long-term (full academic year) formats, the fellowships provide recipients with access to unique archival collections and the opportunity to engage with Fordham’s academic community. Fellows are expected to contribute to public scholarship through presentations and seminars, advancing Jewish Studies research by making essential use of the NYPL’s distinctive resources.
