Kenneth W. Russell Fellowship
The Kenneth W. Russell Fellowship from the American Center of Research funds graduate research in archaeology and cultural heritage, alternating annually between Jordanian and non-Jordanian recipients.
Funder: American Center of Research
Due Dates: February 15, 2027
Funding Amounts: $2,500 award (one per cycle); annual cycle alternating between Jordanian and non-Jordanian recipients
Summary: Supports graduate study or research in archaeology/cultural heritage, alternating annually between Jordanian students and non-Jordanian researchers in Jordan.
Key Information: 2026–2027 cycle is for Jordanian students only; next non-Jordanian cycle in 2027–2028.
Description
The Kenneth W. Russell Fellowship is a named award from the American Center of Research (ACOR) that operates on a two-year rotating cycle to support both Jordanian and non-Jordanian graduate students. In alternating years, the fellowship provides educational assistance to a Jordanian student enrolled in an archaeology or cultural heritage degree program (in any country), or supports a non-Jordanian graduate student conducting fieldwork or research in Jordan as part of an ACOR-approved archaeological project. The fellowship also maintains an ongoing commitment to Bedul education assistance, awarding annual prizes and certificates to outstanding tawjihi finalists from Umm Sayhoun.
