The Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art support doctoral research in American art history, fostering innovative and inclusive scholarship through the American Council of Learned Societies.
Funder: American Council of Learned Societies
Due Dates: October 28, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $45,000 stipend plus up to $4,500 travel/research allowance; nine to twelve months; ~7 awards/year
Summary: Supports graduate students researching the history of American art and visual culture, emphasizing inclusivity and scholarly innovation.
The Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art support doctoral students at U.S. institutions who are engaged in dissertation research or writing on the history of art and visual culture of the United States. The program welcomes projects encompassing all aspects of American art, including Native American art, and encourages a range of scholarly perspectives and backgrounds. Fellows may pursue their research at their home institution or another appropriate location and may optionally participate in residencies through the Consortium of Humanities Centers and Institutes. The fellowship aims to advance humanistic scholarship by fostering innovative, inclusive research in American art history.