Predoctoral Dissertation Fellowships
CASVA Predoctoral Dissertation Fellowships support doctoral research in the visual arts through residency, scholarly resources, and participation in the academic community at the National Gallery of Art.
Funder: Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Full application deadline for Predoctoral Dissertation Fellowships)
Funding Amounts: $30,000 per year; fellowships range from 12 to 36 months; travel and housing support included for many awards.
Summary: Supports advanced graduate research in the visual arts, often including residency and research travel, to assist in completing doctoral dissertations.
Key Information: Applicants must be nominated by their department chair and have advanced to doctoral candidacy.
Description
The Predoctoral Dissertation Fellowships offered by the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts (CASVA) support graduate students undertaking research in the history, theory, and criticism of the visual arts. These fellowships are designed to help doctoral candidates complete their dissertations and may include opportunities for research travel, curatorial work, and participation in the scholarly community at the Center. Most fellowships require or offer a one-year residency at the Center, providing access to a vibrant community of scholars, office space, and housing (as available). The program encompasses a range of fellowships, each with specific focus areas such as European art, American art, or topics outside these regions. Fellows engage in lectures, colloquia, and collaborative projects, benefiting from the Center’s resources and the broader academic environment of the National Gallery of Art.
